The Many Reasons My Clients Choose NBR Hair Extensions
March 1, 2021
Hi, I'm Shannon Reiley, founder of LightStyling Hair in Longmont, Colorado, and the first Colorado-certified Natural Beaded Rows (NBR) stylist, trained by the method's creator, Danielle K. White. I specialize in NBR and hand-tied weft extensions, along with color and cuts, and every new client starts with a warm, zero-pressure free consultation. If you're vetting the person before you ever sit in the chair, I get it. This is my story, my craft, and exactly what you can expect from me.
I grew up in a family of athletes. Sports taught me discipline, teamwork, and how to keep showing up even when something is hard, and honestly, those lessons carried straight into my career behind the chair. I learned early that mastery is not a single lucky moment. It is thousands of small, careful reps done with intention.
Somewhere between the basketball court and the salon chair, I realized I wanted to build people up, not just physically but in the way they see themselves. Hair became my way of doing that. When someone catches their reflection and stands a little taller, that is the win I chase now. It is the same feeling I used to get sinking a shot at the buzzer, except now it lasts far longer than one game.
Building LightStyling Hair has been the most personal project of my life. There were seasons of growth that pushed me, seasons that asked me to find balance, and seasons where this work quietly sustained me through hard times. I poured all of it into creating a space that feels calm, honest, and genuinely yours the moment you walk in.
My Natural Beaded Rows journey began in early 2017, and it changed everything about how I approach extensions. I was the first stylist in Colorado to become certified in this method, and I do not say that to brag. I say it because when you are trusting someone with your hair, you deserve to know exactly who is doing the work and where their training comes from.
NBR was created by Danielle K. White at DKW Styling in 2011 and is taught through her official NBR Education program (Source: NBR Education, https://nbr.education/about-nbr). Learning directly within this lineage means I am not improvising a technique I found online. I am practicing a specific, tested method the way it was designed to be done.
I chose NBR because it is built around the health of your natural hair. No glue, no tape, no heat bonds, and no tension that pulls at your scalp. The wefts are hand-tied into a discreet beaded row that lies flat, moves naturally, and gets adjusted as your hair grows. If you want the full breakdown, I put together a complete NBR extensions guide that walks through how the method works from start to finish.
The demand for extensions is real and growing. The global hair extension market reached roughly USD 3.75 billion in 2024, with women making up about 85 percent of buyers (Source: Market.us, https://market.us/report/global-hair-extension-market/). With that much interest, there are a lot of methods out there, and not all of them protect your hair. I stand behind NBR because I have seen what it does when it is done right.
Here is the line I come back to again and again: your hair is the crown you never take off, so make sure you love it. You wear it every single day, in every photo, on every ordinary Tuesday and every big occasion. That is exactly why I refuse to compromise the health of your natural hair for a short-term look.
Loving your hair and loving yourself are more connected than people admit. When my clients feel good about their hair, they carry themselves differently, and that ripple effect is the whole reason I do this. My job is never to talk you into more than you need. It is to help you feel like the most confident version of you.
Sitting in my chair should feel like exhaling. I keep the energy calm, the conversation honest, and the pressure at zero. You will never hear a hard sell from me. I would rather you leave with clarity than leave with a commitment you were rushed into.
I take time to actually listen: to your hair history, your routine, your lifestyle, and what you have loved or hated about past experiences. From there, we build a plan together. You are always in the driver's seat, and I am the guide who has done this thousands of times and genuinely cares how it turns out for you.
Natural Beaded Rows and hand-tied wefts are my specialty and my true passion. These extensions add length, volume, and dimension while lying flat and comfortable against your head. Because the beaded foundation is gentle and adjustable, your natural hair stays protected between move-up appointments.
People often ask me about the different types of wefts, so I wrote up the difference between hand-tied and machine wefts to help you understand what actually goes on your head. If you are curious about investment, I also break down how much NBR extensions cost, and your exact price is always quoted at your free, no-pressure consultation so there are no surprises. And when you're ready to maintain your look at home, you can browse my curated extension shop for the products I actually trust.
Extensions are only part of the picture. I also do color and cuts, and I love blending the two so your extensions and your natural color read as one seamless, lived-in result. Whether you want a soft dimensional blend, a fresh shape, or a full transformation, I tailor every service to your hair and your goals.
Every new client relationship starts with a free consultation, and I mean it when I say there is zero pressure attached. This is your chance to ask every question, see if we click, and get an honest, customized recommendation. Your exact price is quoted at this free, no-pressure consultation, and if NBR is not right for you, I will tell you. Your trust matters more to me than any single booking.
Who is Shannon Reiley?
I'm the founder and lead stylist of LightStyling Hair in Longmont, Colorado. I specialize in Natural Beaded Rows and hand-tied weft extensions, plus color and cuts. My whole approach is built around protecting the health of your natural hair.
What is a certified NBR stylist?
A certified NBR stylist has completed formal training in the Natural Beaded Rows method created by Danielle K. White through NBR Education (Source: NBR Education, https://nbr.education/about-nbr). Certification means the technique is done to a specific, tested standard rather than improvised. It's your assurance that the person installing your extensions was trained properly.
Where is Shannon located?
I'm based right here in Longmont, Colorado, at LightStyling Hair. Clients travel from all over the Front Range to see me, and I welcome new faces from across the region.
What does Shannon specialize in?
My specialty is NBR and hand-tied weft extensions, and it's my genuine passion. I also offer color and cuts, and I love blending them with extensions for a seamless result. Everything I do prioritizes the long-term health of your natural hair.
Do I need a consultation?
Yes, and it's free and completely no-pressure. A consultation lets me understand your hair and goals so I can give you an honest, customized recommendation. It's also the best way for us to make sure we're a great fit before any appointment.
How long has Shannon done NBR?
My Natural Beaded Rows journey began in early 2017, and I was the first stylist in Colorado to become certified in this method.
I would love to meet you and hear what you want for your hair. When you're ready, book a free consultation and let's talk it through together, with zero pressure and plenty of honesty. Remember: your hair is the crown you never take off, so make sure you love it.
