Half Up Half Down
Half up half down is that girl of hairstyles – flirty, glam and always ready for the spotlight. It gives you the best of both worlds: a sleek snatched top with long, flowing lengths that move, bounce and turn heads wherever you go.
Here at Hairnicorn, I specialise in half up half down installs using the quick weave technique and high-quality hair extensions, creating sleek, feminine styles that are perfect for birthdays, graduations, parties, big events or just when you want to step out looking unreal.
Every install is designed to be flawless, comfortable and long-lasting, so you can feel confident, look stunning and capture content that looks amazing on camera.
📍 Based in Hackney, East London. 💖
Welcome to the Hairnicorn Half Up Half Down guide
This page has been created to give you everything you need to know before booking your appointment. Here you’ll find helpful information about the hair extensions required, the application method used, how to maintain your style so it lasts, how to safely remove the extensions, and important booking policies. This guide ensures you arrive fully prepared for your appointment and helps you get the best possible results from your half up half down style. ✨
Hair Extensions for Your Half Up Half Down Appointment
To achieve the best results for your half up half down style, clients should bring the following hair extensions to their appointment.
Recommended Hair
• 2 packs of Remy Chaser hair extensions (pink packet)
• Available in most London hair shops such as Pak's Cosmetics
• Also available online through TikTok Shop
• Approximately £10 per pack, making them a very affordable option • With proper care, the style can last up to 2–3 weeks Choosing Your Colour
• Please purchase the hair in your desired colour
• For the most natural result, I recommend choosing a colour that closely matches your natural hair colour
For Faux Highlights
If you would like a highlighted effect, bring:
• 2 packs of your natural hair colour
• 1 pack of your desired highlight colour
This creates a beautiful blended highlight look within the style. Using Virgin or Raw Hair Clients are welcome to bring virgin or raw hair extensions.
However, please note:
• The hair wefts will be cut
• The hair will be glued using the quick weave method to achieve the half up half down style
This ensures the style is secure, sleek, and long-lasting.
Half Up Half Down Application Method
This style is installed using the quick weave method, which allows for a sleek finish while helping protect your natural hair.
Step 1 – Braiding the Base
The natural hair at the lower section of the head is braided down to create a flat foundation for the style.
Step 2 – Protecting the Natural Hair
A protective cap is placed over the braided section. This acts as a barrier between the natural hair and the hair glue used for the extensions.
Step 3 – Installing the Hair Extensions
Hair extensions are then glued onto the protective cap using the quick weave technique. This creates the length, fullness and movement in the “half down” portion of the style.
Step 4 – Preparing the Top Section
The natural hair at the top of the head is carefully straightened using heat. A heat protectant is applied first to help protect the integrity of the natural hair strands.
Step 5 – Creating the Half Up Ponytail
The top section of hair is then sleeked and moulded into a ponytail or bun, creating the signature half up half down look.
This method allows the style to appear full, sleek and glamorous while keeping the natural hair underneath protected.
Removing Half Up Half Down Extensions
There are many helpful tutorials available on TikTok and YouTube that demonstrate how to safely remove ponytail and half up half down extensions at home.
When removing a half up half down quick weave, it’s important to be gentle to protect your natural hair.
Recommended Removal Method
1. Saturate the Hair with Water
Thoroughly wet the installed hair with warm water. The glue used in the quick weave method is water-soluble, meaning it begins to break down when it becomes wet.
2. Gently Loosen the Extensions
Once the glue has softened, carefully begin to separate and remove the hair extensions. Do not pull or force the hair.
3. Remove the Protective Cap
After the extensions have loosened, the protective cap underneath can be gently removed along with the remaining tracks.
4. Wash and Detangle
Once the install has been removed, shampoo and condition the natural hair and detangle carefully.
Taking your time during removal helps ensure your natural hair remains healthy and protected.
Half Up Half Down Maintenance
With the right care, your half up half down style can last 2–3 weeks while staying sleek and fresh. Proper maintenance helps protect your natural hair and keep the extensions looking beautiful.
Night Care
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Gather the bottom hair extensions into a loose hair band.
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Wrap the hair and ponytail with a satin scarf to protect it while you sleep.
Keeping the Ponytail Sleek
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Use hairspray to control any flyaways and keep the top section smooth.
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Gently smooth the hair with a soft brush or your scarf to maintain the sleek finish.
Protect the Style from Moisture
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Avoid excessive moisture, steam, or sweating around the scalp to prevent the style from loosening or frizzing.
General Care
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Be gentle when touching or brushing the extensions.
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If properly maintained, your half up half down style will stay full, sleek, and glamorous for 2–3 weeks. ✨
Hair Preparation Guide
HAIR PREPARATION GUIDELINES
Please arrive:
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With clean, fully dried hair
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Free from heavy oils or product build-up
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Fully detangled
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• Blow-dried straight (unless discussed otherwise)
Arriving unprepared may reduce styling time or affect your final result.