Can You Get Hair Extensions with Short Hair? Everything You Need to Know

Many women with short hair assume that hair extensions are out of the question, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. At EH Salons, we’ve helped hundreds of clients transform their short, fine, or blunt-cut hair with expertly matched extensions that blend beautifully and last.

If you’ve been wondering whether hair extensions work on short hair, this guide will walk you through the best methods, what to expect, and how we create flawless result, every time.

Is It Possible to Get Hair Extensions with Short Hair?

Yes, you can absolutely get extensions with short hair, but the method and amount of hair used make all the difference.

The key to a seamless transformation is:

• Choosing the right extension method (or a combination)

• Using the right amount of grams to create a natural transition

• Working with an experienced stylist who understands how to blend layers and add movement

Jennifer Jackson, EH Stylist: “Short hair often needs more hair and more precision. Our goal is to build out shape, fullness, and a soft blend, never a harsh line.”

Best Hair Extensions Methods for Short Hair

1. Invisible Tape Extensions

• Ultra-flat, flexible, and ideal for filling in sides or adding crown volume

• Easily hidden even in short layers

• Perfect for clients who want lightweight comfort and minimal visibility

2. Weft Hair Extensions

• Add body, length, and density

• Applied along the nape and mid-sections for a strong foundation

• Great for blending short hair into longer styles with weight and movement

3. Hybrid Method (Tapes + Wefts)

Our most recommended approach for short hair.

• Combines the seamless blend of tapes with the length and volume of wefts

• Ensures density from root to end, even on blunt bobs or pixie grow-outs

• Allows stylists to custom-build the perfect structure for each client

How Much Hair Do You Need?

Clients with short hair usually need more grams than average to ensure a natural finish.

• For a full transformation: 200g–250g

• For light length and side filling: 100g–150g

We also focus on strategic placement, filling in the sides, building crown density, and ensuring the extension hair doesn’t overpower your natural texture or movement.

Hair Extensions for Short Hair at EH Salons

At EH Salons, hair extensions are what we do best. With salons across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, and Sydney — we customise every extension install to suit your hair length, texture, and vision.

Whether you’re growing out a short cut or just want a big change, we’ll guide you through the right method, grams, and aftercare, so your extensions look and feel like your own.

Ready to transform your short hair?

Book a free consultation with one of our specialists and explore what’s possible.