Hair Extension Care
Hair Extension Care: Keep Your Extensions Looking Beautiful
Hair extensions are an excellent choice for those looking to add volume and length to their hair, but to ensure that your extensions stay beautiful and long-lasting, it is essential to follow a specific care routine. Here are some essential tips that you can follow to care for your hair extensions easily and safely.
1. Application and Maintenance
Choose a Qualified Professional: Hair extensions should be applied by an experienced professional. This ensures that the extensions are placed correctly, minimizing the risk of damage to your natural hair.
Regular Maintenance: The maintenance interval varies according to hair growth, but should generally be done between 45 days and 2 months. It is essential that the adhesive strips are completely cleaned before reapplying new tapes, ensuring the durability and adhesion of the extensions.
2. First 48 Hours
Avoid Washing Your Hair: After applying hair extensions, it is recommended that you do not wash your hair for 48 hours to ensure that the adhesive tapes or other fixing methods are properly fixed.
3. Washing and Moisturizing
Shampoo and Conditioner: Use sulfate-free products to avoid dryness. Never apply conditioning creams or oils close to the roots to prevent the strands from slipping.
Frequent Moisturizing: Hair should be moisturized regularly to keep it healthy and beautiful. However, be careful when applying products, focusing on the lengths and ends, avoiding the roots.
Chemical Procedures: Perform all chemical procedures before applying hair extensions or during maintenance to avoid damaging the extensions.
4. Drying and Styling
Careful Drying: Prefer to let your hair dry naturally, but if you use a hair dryer, always use it on a low temperature and keep a safe distance. After showering, the adhesive strips should be dried with the help of a hair dryer on a low temperature. Avoid sleeping with wet hair.
Avoid Excessive Heat: Use flat irons and curling irons sparingly. Always apply a heat protectant before using any heat tool to protect both the extensions and your natural hair.
5. Proper Removal
Using a Remover: When removing the tape-in extensions, use a suitable remover to prevent hair breakage or compromised technique. Never remove the extensions dry or with force, as this can cause damage to your natural hair.
Extra Tip: To remove adhesive residue, use a small amount of acetone or isopropyl alcohol, only on the strips, never directly on your head.
6. Nighttime Protection and Care
Sleep Carefully: Before going to bed, tie your hair in a low ponytail or loose braid to prevent the extensions from tangling or fraying overnight.
Silk Pillowcases: Use silk or satin pillowcases to prevent friction and prolong the life of the extensions.
7. Choosing Products
Adhesive Tapes: Choose high-quality adhesive tapes to ensure a secure and long-lasting hold. We recommend Walker Tape.
By following these tips, you will ensure that your extensions remain beautiful, healthy and long-lasting. Remember, investing time in daily care of your extensions will make all the difference in their appearance and longevity.
