
Invisible Bead Extensions
in Pittsburgh
Hand tied · Hand crafted · Hand picked
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One of the most trusted IBE providers in the Pittsburgh area.
Invisible Bead Extensions are designed to protect your natural hair while delivering length, volume, and a seamless, natural finish you can run your fingers through. No tape. No glue. No damage. Just beautiful hair, beautifully placed.
At Lost Sheep Salon, every install starts with a thorough consultation — color match, density goals, lifestyle, the works. We use the certified IBE method end to end so the foundation row stays comfortable, the wefts blend invisibly, and your install still looks fresh weeks after you leave the chair.
What makes IBE different.
Most extension methods either glue, fuse, or tape hair to your own — which means heat, chemicals, or adhesives pulling on the root every day. Invisible Bead Extensions are different.
A foundation row of tiny silicone-lined beads is hand-placed along your scalp. A weft of hair is then stitched onto that row — so the weight is distributed across the row, never pulling on a single strand. The beads sit flat and stay hidden under your natural part.
That’s where the “invisible” comes from. You can wear your hair up, down, in a ponytail or topknot, and the install stays out of sight.
- ✦Hand-tied weft method
- ✦Zero tension on the scalp · zero exposed beads
- ✦Custom color matched to you in-salon
- ✦Complete styling freedom from day one
- ✦Heat tools, swimming, workouts — no restrictions
- ✦Wefts re-tie up at move-up appointments — same hair, refreshed
From consultation to finish.
- 01
Consultation
We sit down — in person or via a sent-in photo — and talk through your goal. Length, density, color, lifestyle. We match your color in the salon and quote the hair.
- 02
Install Day
Plan on about an hour for one row, two for two rows. We hand-place the beads, stitch in the wefts, then cut and blend so they disappear into your natural hair.
- 03
Live In Them
Workouts, beach days, ponytails — wear your hair how you want. We send you home with care instructions, the right brush, and our cell if you have questions.
- 04
Move-Ups
Every 8–10 weeks, we slide the rows back up to your roots. Same hair, refreshed install, no starting over.
IBE install pricing in Pittsburgh.
These are install-labor prices. The cost of the hair / wefts is quoted at your consultation, because it depends on the length, color, and density your goal requires.
* Install labor only. Hair / weft cost is separate and quoted at your consultation. Move-up pricing is set with your stylist based on your install size and growth.
A boutique salon, 15 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh.
2712 Center Street · Pittsburgh, PA 15205
Tue–Fri 10 AM – 8 PM · Sat 9 AM – 3 PM
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What are Invisible Bead Extensions (IBE)?+
Invisible Bead Extensions are a hand-tied weft method where wefts of hair are stitched onto a foundation row of tiny, silicone-lined beads anchored to your own hair. There's no tape, no glue, no exposed beads, and zero tension on the scalp — which is why IBE has become the go-to method for stylists who care about long-term hair health.
Will Invisible Bead Extensions damage my hair?+
The whole point of the IBE method is to protect your natural hair. Because the beads carry the weight and there's no heat, glue, or pulling, IBE is considered one of the gentlest extension methods available — when it's installed properly by a trained stylist. At Lost Sheep we follow the certified IBE method end-to-end.
How much do Invisible Bead Extensions cost in Pittsburgh?+
Install labor at Lost Sheep Salon is $200 for one row (Volume & Fullness) and $400 for two rows (Full Transformation). The cost of the hair / wefts is separate and quoted at your consultation, because it depends on length, color, and how much hair your goal requires.
How long do hand-tied extensions last?+
With proper care and regular move-up appointments, a single set of hair can last roughly six to twelve months — sometimes longer. The wefts get re-tied up to your roots as your hair grows, so you're never starting over from scratch.
Can I style my hair normally with extensions?+
Yes. Because IBE sits flat against the head with no exposed bonds, you can wear your hair up, throw it in a topknot, work out, swim, and use heat tools as normal. The extensions move with your hair and blend into your natural part.
How do I book an IBE consultation in Pittsburgh?+
Booking starts with a consultation so we can match your color, talk through your goal length and density, and quote the hair. You can book online through our booking system or text the salon directly at 724-840-4080.
“The best service I have ever had. The warmest greeting and the kindest women welcome you as soon as you step foot inside that door. The atmosphere is top notch and very professional. I don't think I can ever go anywhere else now. It's really the best and most relaxing salon I've ever been in.”
— B.S. · 2 months ago
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