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Invisible K-tip Extensions in the East Village
Extensions
Fully customized to your texture and tone. Raw hair, wash, cut, and treatment included. Every install starts with a consultation.
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or call & text (646) 633-9975$35 consultation · credited to your install
★ 5.0 · 16+ Google reviewsMaster StylistAll TexturesConsultation-ledEast Village NYC
“"She actually checked my scalp before quoting me. I'd never had that before."”
— Maya R. · Google review
Why PHD Studio
Built around you, not a template
01
Consultation-led, every time
No surprise pricing, no install-the-same-day pressure. We walk through condition, density, and goals before anything else.
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K-tip only — done right
Invisible placement, scalp-safe install, and a real plan for your maintenance cycle. One method, deeply specialized.
03
Customized to your texture
Color-matched, cut into your natural shape, and blended for every texture from fine straight to 4C coils.
The Process
The install, end to end
01
Consultation
Scalp + density check, color match, goals review. $35, credited to your install.
02
Custom order
Raw hair sourced and color-customized to your exact tone — no off-the-shelf bundles.
03
Install day
4-6 hours. Wash, K-tip placement, cut, and treatment all included. No add-ons.
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Aftercare
Take-home kit + 2-week check-in. Detailed wash + sleep guidance.
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Maintenance
Move-up appointments every 4-6 weeks to keep placement invisible and scalp healthy.
Most clients book 1–2 weeks after their consultation.
Investment
Transparent pricing, end to end
$35 consultation deposit credited toward your install. Raw hair, color match, cut, and treatment all included.
Pricing includes raw hair, install, color match, cut, treatment, and aftercare kit. Maintenance moves are billed separately.
$35 consultation · credited to your install
Recent installs
The work
Real clients, real installs. No filters, no extensions catalog stock photos.
Reviews
What clients say
5.0· 16 reviews
Read all 16 reviews on Google →
Britnie Stingelin
a year ago
Google
“THE BEST hair color I've ever received! Lataye recreated exactly what I wanted. I left with vibrant, healthy, and undamaged hair. She took the time to consult with me, making sure she was clear about my options and the process. Her salon is clean, inviting and fun. Lataye is so sweet, knowledgeable, and a true blonde specialist! She also gave me a beautiful cut. Highly recommend!”
Ariel Malloy
a year ago
Google
“I absolutely loved my F-tip install by Lataye. It looked so natural which is exactly what I wanted. I kept them in for a little over 3 months and I can not wait to put them in again. Lataye was so professional and took the time to explain the process of the installation. She also was available for any questions I had afterward about maintenance and upkeep.”
Cece Lindsey
a year ago
Google
“I just had to come and leave a review with the amazing service i was rendered. The professionalism, the talented to get me the exact color I wanted from the picture. The environment was clean products used were top of the shelf. Just know that I will be back. Thank you Lataye 😘”
Michele Humes
2 months ago
Google
“Lataye is a highly skilled colorist, a clear communicator, and a true pleasure to chat with. I had an incredible corrective color session with her and would recommend her to anyone.”
sheila
5 months ago
Google
“A true, skilled professional who approaches her work with joy and great attention to detail. I love our fun conversations, too.”
summer pruett
5 months ago
Google
“Lataye is fantastic!! She has given me the most gorgeous blonde highlights and bayalage for over a decade!! She provides consistently wonderful service in a calm atmosphere within a fun neighborhood!! Love going to get my hair done in NYC by Painted Hair Dreams!”
NYC K-tip Specialist
5.0 · 16 Google reviews
Master Stylist
Lataye Studwood
Founder, PHD Studio
Meet your stylist
The K-tip specialist the East Village trusts
trusts
I narrowed my whole business down to one method because I wanted to be the best at it. K-tip is the most discreet, scalp-safest method for the women I see — and the only one I install.
12+years
Specializing in K-tips
2,000+installs
Across every texture
4.9★
Average client rating
Book a consultation with Lataye
$35 · credited to your install
Visit
The studio
A private, calm one-chair studio in the East Village. No retail counter, no rush, no double-booking.
PHD Studio
508 E 12th St
New York, NY 10009
East Village
East Village
L to 1st Ave · 2 min walk
By appointment only
Text (646) 633-9975
Text (646) 633-9975
FAQ
Good questions, real answers
Still have a question? Text Lataye directly at (646) 633-9975 — she answers personally, usually within an hour.
How long do K-tip extensions last?
8-12 weeks before a move-up. Hair can be reused for 2-3 cycles depending on condition.
Will they damage my hair?
Properly installed K-tips are one of the gentlest methods. We do a scalp check at every consultation — if your hair isn't ready, I'll tell you.
Why is the consultation $35?
It books a dedicated 30-minute slot and covers the scalp + density assessment. The $35 credits to your install if you book one within 60 days.
Do you work with curly / natural hair?
Yes — all textures, fine straight through 4C. Color-match and texture-match every time.
Can I bring my own hair?
I work with raw hair sourced for each client. I don't install hair that wasn't color-matched by me.
How do I maintain them?
I give you a take-home kit and a 2-week check-in. Move-up appointments every 4-6 weeks.
Start your consultation
Reserve your install consultation
Every install starts here. Tell me a little about your hair and your timeline — within the hour I'll send your consultation booking link with available slots in the next 7 days.
Lataye StudwoodMaster Stylist · Founder, PHD Studio
30-minute consultation — scalp + density check, color match, install plan
$35 deposit · credited toward your install
Lataye personally reviews every request — no team handlers
Consultation slots within 1 hour, M–F
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Ready when you are.
you
30 minutes, $35, credited to your install. The first step is the only commitment.
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508 E 12th St · East Village NYC · By appointment only