Scroll through Instagram and chances are, you’ll probably be inundated with a hair extension ad or two from a brand promising easy application and beautiful results even Rapunzel would envy. But, where do you start when it comes to looking for hair extensions? With so many options on the market, it can be daunting to know if you're ordering good hair or just a flammable ball of scraps. That's where I, a hair extension enthusiast and wearer for 14-plus years, comes in. What are hair extensions? how to care for them?

I've compiled a list of the eight best online hair extension brands I've worn and loved. Before you place your next bundle order, get familiar with a few terms that will help guide your hair journey.

What are human hair bundles? They are made out of real human hair collected from a donor's head.

What is 100 percent virgin hair? Virgin hair that has not been processed, dyed, or treated. This is the purest form of hair extensions.