HOW TO CARE OF HAIR EXTENSIONS: SHAMPOO, STYLING, BEST PRODUCTS, DO'S AND DON'TS
Great, you've got your hair extensions in and your mirror says you look your best, but now you're asking yourself: can I brush my hair? Can I use oily products? What hair products should I use to keep my human hair extensions silky and soft?
After paying a lot for this service, it is common to have all these questions in your mind, especially because someone might tell you that taking care of hair extensions is difficult, but that is not true!
The longer you care for your hair extensions, the better you will find your natural hair after removal.
If you think finding your natural hair longer, stronger and fuller than before is a myth, it's not! Hair extensions can really help restore your natural hair, especially if you use chemical colors or stressful and extremely hot styling tools.
Hair extensions will not cause any damage to your natural hair if you seek a professional hairdresser for application and maintenance and follow basic rules in your regular hair care routine.
Hair care routine for hair extensions
Step 1: Brush your hair extensions before washing them
Even if everyone generally only brushes wet hair, it is extremely healthy for both natural hair and hair extensions to brush them before the shampoo routine. This way you brush less when they are wet, which prevents hair from breaking during that process.
You should use hair brushes specifically made for hair extensions, the gentlest on your hair, as other non-specific brushes won't help detangle your strands without damaging them.
Step 2: how to wash your hair extensions
One of the most frequently asked questions about caring for hair extensions is: Can I wash my hair every day with extensions? And the answer is the same as if you were just talking about your natural hair.
It is recommended to wash your hair 2 to 3 times a week, not every day, because you should always take care of your scalp and avoid dandruff and greasy hair. Do not wash your hair with your head down and only use Hair Extensions Shampoo because general products may not be as gentle on your strands, especially on the roots of your strands which depending on the system you have (keratin fusion, tape, etc.) ) can be more or less delicate.
Step 3: best products to have silky and soft hair extensions
After applying your specific shampoo, you need to restore hydration to your natural hair and extensions. In this case, don't rely on conditioners for dry hair or other drugstore products, only use conditioners like the ones you find in SEISETA Hair Extensions Care that can help you hydrate your hair and protect your hair extensions from discoloration, dryness and tangles. Also, stay away from oily products that can destroy the bonds of your extensions, so be careful!
Step 4: do's and don'ts of drying hair extensions
First of all, if you have a towel on your hair, do not rub your hair and towels, even if you use the most hair-friendly cloth, as this is extremely damaging to both your hair and extensions. In summer, you may want to let your hair dry naturally, but this is something you should avoid as wind drying can cause tangles and dehydration, and the sun is also not a good friend to the color and hydration of hair extensions !
Don't use your hair dryer too hot and always be gentle with your hair!
Step 5: Using hair straighteners and styling tools on hair extensions
You'll have longer, fuller hair with extensions, so you can try all kinds of styling, even straighteners or hairbrushes for beach waves or curly hair. Remember to always apply a heat protectant and don't use these tools every day!
Step 6: How to Sleep with Hair Extensions
To avoid damage to your fantastic hair extensions, make a braid or a ponytail before you go to sleep, this way you will avoid difficult detangling in the morning and your hair will always look beautiful!
Maintenance of hair extensions in the salon
Depending on the hair extension system you have, you will need to make maintenance appointments with your stylist to replace or reapply strands. Remembering to attend these special appointments can help your hair extensions last as long as possible! Some salons often offer 2/3 shampoos as part of the full service application, especially for long lasting systems like keratin.
Which products and situations should you avoid with hair extensions?
If the regular hair care with hair extensions is not that different from the one that lovingly cares for natural hair, there are some things you should stay away from. One of the most dangerous things for hair extensions is chemicals, such as perming curly hair with chemical perms, or staying in a pool for too long without protecting your hair! Of course, you should also not do anything like pulling out your hair strands or cutting them without a professional hairdresser, because in that case, if you damage your natural hair, it is only your fault!
