Jessie Mac

Microbead hair extensions in Penrith.

Microbead extensions, also called I-tips, are heat-free: each strand is clamped into a small bead rather than fused with heat or glue. That's worth knowing if you'd rather avoid added heat on your natural hair.

Also called

  • I-tips
  • itips
  • micro bead
  • micro link extensions
Microbead I-Tip hair extensions clamped into neat, individual sections

How Microbead works

Because nothing is fused, a microbead install can often be moved up the hair as your own hair grows, rather than redone from scratch. The price depends on how much hair you'd like.

A good fit if

  • You'd rather avoid heat or glue on your natural hair
  • You'd like an install that can be adjusted as your hair grows
  • You want individually placed strands for a natural look

Not sure it's the right one? Your consultation recommends the best method for your hair.

Microbead prices in Penrith

Guide prices from our booking system. How much hair you need, and your final price, are confirmed at your consultation.

Partial volume

50g

$599

about 1 hr 45

Half head

100g

$899

about 2.5 hrs

Most popular

Full head

150g

$1,199

about 3 hrs

Luxe transformation

200g

$1,399

about 4 hrs

From consultation to aftercare.

  1. 1

    Consultation

    Your colour, texture and thickness are matched, the right method is chosen, and your final price and timing are confirmed.

  2. 2

    Fitting

    Your hair is sectioned and extensions are placed from the nape upward, blended into your own hair as it goes.

  3. 3

    Aftercare

    Keep it clean and conditioned, have anything tight loosened, and give your natural hair a break after two to three months.

Questions, answered.

  • Yes. I-tips (or itips), micro bead and micro link extensions are names for the same heat-free method: strands clamped into small beads.

  • From $599 for a partial top-up (50g) to $1,399 for a luxe transformation (200g). A full head (150g) is $1,199, our most popular. Your consultation confirms how much hair you need.

  • Often, yes. Because the beads aren't fused, they can usually be moved up the hair as it grows rather than needing a full reinstall straight away.

  • Properly fitted extensions shouldn't. Tension is the real risk, not the method itself, so if a style ever feels tight or causes headaches, have it loosened rather than pushing through. The American Academy of Dermatology also recommends giving your natural hair a break after two to three months.

  • Yes, Afterpay is available as a payment option when you pay through Square.

Start with a consultation.

Tell us about your hair, add a few daylight photos and pick a time. We'll confirm it and send your holding deposit link.