What Are I-Tip Hair Extensions?

Updated 2026-10-02. By Devan, hair extension specialist.

I-tip extensions are individual strands of human hair with a small stick tip that is threaded into a micro bead and clamped, with no glue or heat. They are close cousins of nano rings; nano rings use an even smaller bead, which sits flatter on fine hair.

I-tip or nano ring?

Both are reusable and moved up every 8 to 10 weeks. Nano rings are smaller and more discreet near the hairline; I-tips are slightly faster to fit on thick hair.

Questions

Can I buy I-tip hair here?

Yes, as a special order. We confirm the lead time before payment.

Fremont Hair Extensions, private studio at 2033 Gateway Pl, 5th Floor, San Jose, CA 95110, about 15 minutes from Fremont. By appointment, 10am to 7pm daily. Phone (510) 491 9651.