How to Fake a Bob, Lob, and Mid-Length Cut With Long Extensions

Long hair extensions give you plenty of length, but that doesn't mean you're stuck wearing your hair long every day. With the right styling tricks, you can create the look of a bob, lob, or mid-length haircut without cutting your extensions.

It's a simple way to switch up your look while keeping your long hair available for another day.

Begin with your desired parting whether it's a middle or side part and brush down the top of your hair.

 

Loosely gather the lower half of your hair at the back of your head. Don't pull it too tightly because you want the finished style to have some natural movement.

 

Tuck the length under itself and fold the ends towards the back of your neck. You should pin the folded hair under the top layer using bobby pins.

 

Pull some strands at the front and sides to make a natural bob look. You may need to bend the hair slightly using a flat iron or curling iron.

Tip: Keep the ends slightly uneven rather than creating an overly perfect shape. A little movement makes the faux bob look more like an actual haircut.

 

Part your hair where you normally wear it and smooth the visible layers.

 

Part the hair into two – the upper one and the lower one.

 

Determine the desired length of your lob. A lob that ends at your shoulders or collarbones is normally the best choice.

 

Pull the lower part of your hair extensions and fold the excess below it; make sure the fold sits near your shoulders, not too high up in the back of your neck.

 

Pin the folded hair with hairpins without making it too tight.

 

Release the top section and gently smooth it over the pinned hair. Check the sides to make sure no long pieces are peeking out.

 

Add loose waves or a slight bend to the visible ends if desired. Pull out a few face-framing pieces for a softer, more natural hair finish.

Create your preferred part and smooth the top layer. Remove any obvious tangles before you begin.

 

Separate the lower portion of your human hair extensions from the hair that will remain visible.

 

Select the point where you wish the length of the hair to be, either near the upper back, shoulders, or the chest area.

 

Tuck the excess hair beneath so that the hair becomes as long as you wish it to be.

 

Pin down the tucked hair beneath the top layer. Do it by moving from one side to the other.

 

Loosen the top layer and run your hands through it.

 

Look at the style from the front, sides, and back. Adjust any uneven sections and secure loose pieces with additional pins if needed.

Once you've created your desired length, check the back and sides before heading out.

Use enough bobby pins to hold the folded sections securely, but avoid creating unnecessary tension. Place pins underneath the visible hair so they stay hidden.

For a longer event, carry a few extra pins with you for quick touch-ups.

Versatility is probably one of the major benefits that come with using long hair extensions. It is possible to have your long hair on one day, have your faux lob on another day, and have your faux bob on yet another day.

High-quality human hair extensions make these changes easier because they can be styled, curled, straightened, and reshaped according to the look you're creating.

Indique's premium human hair extensions offer the length and styling flexibility to experiment with different silhouettes without immediately reaching for the scissors.

When creating a shorter look from long extensions, avoid:

You don't need to cut your long hair extensions to experience a shorter hairstyle.

With a little folding, tucking, and pinning, you can turn one long set into a faux bob, lob, or mid-length style whenever you're ready for a change.

Think of it as getting multiple hairstyles from the same extensions, without giving up the option to go long again tomorrow.