Shade 5: The Step Before Light Brown
Shade 5 sits between medium brown (4) and our light brown hair extensions range at shade 6 — the point where brown starts lifting without becoming a light shade. A pick for brightness, staying brunette. The wave is the donor's own, never permed — pattern varies slightly from photos. As light brown K-tip extensions go, shade 5 is a step darker; see our shade 6 wavy K-tips.
Why 24-Inch Needs More Packs Than 18-Inch
Pack weight is fixed at 20 grams, but strand count falls as length rises:
- 18": 30-33 k-tips
- 20": 27-29
- 22": 25-27
- 24": 22-24
Same weight, fewer strands — a 24" reads thinner than an 18" at the same pack count, so longer lengths need more packs. These light brown K-tip extensions bond with keratin, heat-safe to 356°F, one inch from the part. As wavy K-tip extensions go, strand counts vary since handmade.
Who Should Order Wavy Light Brown K-Tips
Natural brunettes at level 5 with waves, wanting length without color, fit here. The K-Tip hair extensions advantage: bonds go where density is missing, reading as movement, not a solid curtain. These light brown K-tip extensions need more care than dark brown — stagger the bonds, place under the surface. Finger-separate bonds daily, air-dry to hold the wave. As wavy K-tip extensions go, this option suits light brown hair extensions shoppers and wavy hair extensions fans. See the full K-tip hair extensions range, or the shade 5 genius weft for a full-head install. PRO gets 20% off.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many k-tips are in a bundle at each length?
18": 30-33, 20": 27-29, 22": 25-27, 24": 22-24.
Do I need more packs if I order a longer length?
Yes, the same 20g spreads over longer strands.
What is the difference between shade 5 and shade 6?
Shade 5 sits one step darker than shade 6.
Is the wave natural or permed?
Fully natural; never permed.
Will the bonds be visible at a lighter brown shade?
Less forgiving than at darker levels, but proper placement keeps them hidden.
