How to Properly Take Care of Your Hair Extensions
We’ve consulted with experts at top expert to inform us
on the dos and don’ts when it comes to preserving
these hairdo additions.
Why is it important to take care of your extensions?
Hair extensions are wonderful. You can add length to
your hair or a beautiful streak of color. They can cover a
bad cut or color and allow you to tie short hair in a
ponytail. With all the glorious things they can do, can
you return the favor and take good care of your
extensions? Proper care of extensions ensures they'll be
around for a while.
Take your extensions out before going to bed
Unlike sewn-in extensions, clip-
in extensions must be removed
before you go to bed. The tiny
combs can dig into your scalp
while you sleep, which can be
painful. They also tend to be
more fragile than sewn-in
extensions.
Wash Your Extensions Once a Month using a gentle shampoo
Place the extensions in a tub or
sink, and dampen them with
lukewarm water. If you can, use
a handheld shower head. Apply a
small amount of shampoo and
gently massage the fibers. Rinse
the lather out, and repeat with
the conditioner.
Hang the extensions up to dry don't brush them while they are wet
Pat them dry with a soft towel
first, then clip them to a pants
hanger. Place the hanger in your
shower, or in a well-ventilated
area. Wait until the extensions
are dry before you brush or style
them. If you brush them while
they are wet, the fibers will frizz.
Comb extensions using a wide-toothed comb
Make sure that the extensions
are dry. Start combing them
from the ends first, and work
your way to the top. Never
comb straight down from the
top to the ends.
Take your extensions out before going to bed
When your extensions are dry, comb a little bit of leave-in
conditioner evenly. Don't overdo it because they'll become greasy
easier than your natural locks.
Take care when heat styling your extensions
It is best to avoid heat styling,
such as straightening or curling,
all together, especially on
synthetic extensions. If you must
heat style them, be sure to use a
heat protecting spray, and a
lower temperature.
Only wear extensions in a ponytail if they were made to be worn that way.
Some extensions will fall apart
in a ponytail. Read the labeling
when buying new extensions to
see if you can use them in a
ponytail. If it doesn't say
whether or not you can, it is
best to be on the safe side and
do not put them in a ponytail.
Avoid using heat styling on your hair, such as straightening or curling.
must heat style your hair, use a
heat protecting spray and a
medium to low temperature.
• Don't tie your hair back just
after you get the extensions.
Wait a few days.
