Some methods earn a permanent spot behind the chair. The Tape-In Express Weft is one of them. It installs like a tape-in, wears like a weft, and gives stylists a hidden row effect with far fewer attachment points than a traditional install. If you haven't added it to your method lineup yet, here's what the process actually looks like — and why it's become a go-to for density-focused clients.
What Makes This Method Different
The Express Weft is a hybrid: part tape-in, part weft, built on a 10" spine that you customize on the fly. Instead of committing to a fixed row width, you're cutting to the exact placement and density each client's hair calls for. Layer in BELLAMI's RootReplica™ Technology, and the row disappears into the scalp the way natural growth would — no visible tape line, no rigid seam.
The Install, Step by Step
- Lay the bottom piece flat. Start with a clean, sectioned base and lay the first piece down smooth — this is what everything else stacks onto.
- Remove the tape from the top piece. Peel it away just as you would with a classic tape-in.
- Stack and press. Sandwich the two pieces together directly over the base row, pressing firmly so the bond sits flat against the scalp.
- Cut to fit. Because the spine is continuous, you can trim it to whatever width the section needs — no waiting for a pre-cut piece to match.
Stylist Tip: The flatter that first piece lays, the more convincing the hidden row effect will be. Take the extra beat to smooth it before you stack.
Behind the Chair: A Real Refresh
One guest had been wearing this method for a full year before her most recent appointment. Between the last install and this one: a full root touch-up, a refreshed color, and a brand-new set of Express Wefts. The result reads seamless — proof that the method holds up to repeat installs and color services without losing that natural, undetectable finish.
The Shade: 24K Glimmer #3/24
This install used 24K Glimmer, a hybrid blend pairing a rich Walnut Brown base with Golden Blonde highlights. It's a dimensional pick for clients who want warmth without losing depth at the root — the kind of shade that reads natural even under studio light.
Every Express Weft is crafted from 100% virgin Remy hair, cut-to-fit for tailored width and placement, and built for the density-driven client who wants a weft's fullness without a beaded foundation.
