Greater Los Angeles guide
Best Hair Extensions in Los Angeles: Top 10
Hair extensions in Greater Los Angeles range from tape-ins and wefts to keratin bonds and I-tips, and each method has different installation, maintenance and removal needs. This guide lists ten providers, the methods each one publishes, and the questions to ask so your quote covers the full cost of the hair, installation and upkeep.
A quick note on terms: keratin-bond extensions attach extension hair with a keratin-based bond. They are a different service from keratin smoothing, which is a treatment to reduce frizz.
At a glance
| # | Provider | Area | Relevant services listed | Official link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LDM Hair (Larry Dean McDaniel) Featured | West Hollywood (8490 Santa Monica Blvd #4, West Hollywood, CA 90069) | I-tip, skin-weft, clip-ins, wigs/falls | Website (opens in a new tab) |
| 2 | Extensionist LA | Woodland Hills (San Fernando Valley) | Tape-in, wefts, I-tip, K-tip, clip-in | Website (opens in a new tab) |
| 3 | Hair Extensions Los Angeles by Anastasia | Santa Monica (Santa Monica Blvd) | Keratin-bond, beaded weft, tape-in | Website (opens in a new tab) |
| 4 | Halls of Ivy Salon | Los Angeles (S La Brea Ave) | Beaded weft, keratin tip, I-tip, tape-in | Website (opens in a new tab) |
| 5 | Ramos Carreon Salon | Los Angeles (Beverly Blvd, 90036) | Tape-in and individual | Website (opens in a new tab) |
| 6 | Double-O Salon | Eagle Rock | Extensions (method: confirm) | Website (opens in a new tab) |
| 7 | Taboo Hair Care | Los Angeles (W 3rd St, 90048) | Extensions by consultation | Website (opens in a new tab) |
| 8 | SPACE Salon | Mar Vista (Venice Blvd) | Tape-in (install, touch-up, removal) | Website (opens in a new tab) |
| 9 | Hair by David DTLA | Downtown Los Angeles (S Figueroa St) | KLIX extensions | Website (opens in a new tab) |
| 10 | EA Salon | Hollywood (N La Brea Ave, 90028) | I-tip extensions | Website (opens in a new tab) |
Extension methods in plain terms
- Tape-in
- Thin wefts sandwiched onto small sections of your hair with adhesive tape. Re-taped and moved up periodically.
- Keratin bond / K-tip
- Small strands bonded to your hair with a keratin-based bond applied with heat. Removed with a solvent.
- I-tip
- Individual strands attached with small beads or cylinders, without glue or heat.
- Beaded or hand-tied weft
- A row of beads anchors a weft of hair. Moved up as your hair grows.
- Clip-in
- Temporary wefts you put in and take out yourself.
Which method suits you depends on your hair and routine. Ask each provider to explain their recommendation.
The ten listings
Featured No. 1 · Publisher's own business
LDM Hair (Larry Dean McDaniel)
Our featured first listing is LDM Hair, with Larry Dean McDaniel. LDM's menu lists I-tip and skin-weft extensions, clip-ins, and wigs and falls, planned with Larry at a consultation.
LDM Hair's menu lists haircuts, color, extensions, keratin smoothing, weddings and house calls with Larry Dean McDaniel. Skin and nail services on the same menu are provided by separate specialists, not by Larry.
- Area
- West Hollywood (8490 Santa Monica Blvd #4, West Hollywood, CA 90069)
- Format
- Private salon + house calls
- How to book
- Book online, or call/text (714) 875-1904
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Extensionist LA
Its menu lists the widest range of methods here: tape-ins, hand-tied and other wefts, I-tips, K-tips and clip-ins. Located in Woodland Hills.
Extensionist LA in Woodland Hills specializes in extensions (tape-ins, hand-tied and other wefts, I-tips, K-tips, clip-ins) and also lists color, keratin treatments, blow-dry styling, brow threading and lash lift and tint.
- Area
- Woodland Hills (San Fernando Valley)
- Format
- Extension-specialist salon
- How to book
- Contact form, phone or email
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Hair Extensions Los Angeles by Anastasia
A Santa Monica studio focused on extensions, with color matching and blending cuts included in its process.
Hair Extensions Los Angeles by Anastasia in Santa Monica lists keratin-bond, beaded weft and tape-in extensions, with custom color matching and blending cuts.
- Area
- Santa Monica (Santa Monica Blvd)
- Format
- Extension-specialist studio
- How to book
- Online booking page and phone
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Halls of Ivy Salon
Lists four methods and requires a 30-minute consultation first.
Halls of Ivy Salon on South La Brea lists haircuts, barbering, color, silk press, special-event styling, a keratin smoothing treatment and four extension methods (beaded weft, keratin tips, I-tip, tape-in) after a consultation.
- Area
- Los Angeles (S La Brea Ave)
- Format
- Salon
- How to book
- Online booking link and phone on the service menu
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Ramos Carreon Salon
Extensions are offered by consultation.
Ramos Carreon Salon on Beverly Boulevard lists cuts, color (highlights, babylights, balayage), keratin treatments, Brazilian blowouts, braiding, updos, wedding styling by consultation and tape-in and individual extensions by consultation.
- Area
- Los Angeles (Beverly Blvd, 90036)
- Format
- Salon
- How to book
- Phone and email on the services page
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Double-O Salon
Extensions are listed; ask which methods its stylists install.
Double-O Salon on Eagle Rock Boulevard lists cuts for adults and kids, color and grey blending, keratin treatments, hair extensions and wedding packages.
- Area
- Eagle Rock
- Format
- Salon (open 7 days)
- How to book
- Phone (listed on the site)
Visit official website (opens in a new tab)
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Taboo Hair Care
Extensions are offered by consultation; confirm the methods used.
Taboo Hair Care on West 3rd Street lists cuts, color, balayage, color correction, keratin smoothing, perms and relaxers, extensions by consultation and bridal packages by consultation.
- Area
- Los Angeles (W 3rd St, 90048)
- Format
- Salon
- How to book
- Online booking for some stylists; phone for others
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SPACE Salon
Lists tape-in installs plus touch-ups and removal as separate services.
SPACE Salon on Venice Boulevard in Mar Vista lists cuts, vivid and fashion color, platinum, balayage, perms, a keratin treatment (Keratin Complex is named as a brand partner) and tape-in extensions with touch-ups and removal.
- Area
- Mar Vista (Venice Blvd)
- Format
- Salon
- How to book
- Online booking, phone/text or email
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Hair by David DTLA
Offers KLIX extensions, priced by consultation.
Hair by David DTLA on South Figueroa lists haircuts, blow-drys, full and touch-up color, balayage and color correction by consultation, Keratin Complex smoothing and KLIX extensions by consultation.
- Area
- Downtown Los Angeles (S Figueroa St)
- Format
- Salon
- How to book
- Contact page and social links
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EA Salon
Lists I-tip extensions alongside cut and color.
EA Salon on North La Brea in Hollywood lists unisex cuts, color, highlights and lowlights, color correction, I-tip extensions, Keratin Complex smoothing, updos and perms, and welcomes walk-ins.
- Area
- Hollywood (N La Brea Ave, 90028)
- Format
- Salon (walk-ins welcome)
- How to book
- Phone (listed on the site)
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Questions to ask before you book extensions
- Hair sourcing. What type of hair is used, where does it come from, and is it included in the quote or bought separately?
- Method fit. Which method do they recommend for your hair density and lifestyle, and why?
- Blending. Is color matching or a blending cut included?
- Maintenance. How often are move-ups or re-tapes needed, and what does each one cost?
- Removal. How is removal done, and is it priced separately?
- Aftercare. Which products and tools to use and avoid, and how to sleep, swim and work out with extensions in.
- The complete quote. Ask for one written number covering hair, installation, blending and the first maintenance visit, so you can compare providers fairly.
Extension hair cost and installation labor are often quoted separately. When comparing providers, compare the full first-year cost, not just the install price.
Book a consultation with Larry
LDM Hair is a private salon at 8490 Santa Monica Blvd #4, West Hollywood, CA 90069, open Tuesday to Saturday by appointment. Start with a consultation to plan your cut, color or event.
Book a consultation (opens in a new tab) Call (714) 875-1904 Text Larry
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