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Extension
Maintenance

Let's be real, you just spent a lot of money and a good chunk of your day with me to get the hair you've always wanted. So why wouldn't you want to take the best possible care of it!? Here are the Do's and Don'ts of the extension world as well as some product tips and tricks to ensure you get the most of your new locks!

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DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE OR REATTACH EXTENSIONS AT HOME. THIS CAN CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO YOUR NATURAL HAIR.

If you are having problems with your extensions, please contact me ASAP to avoid further issue.

BRUSHING

  • Use a boar bristle or Wet Brush daily to remove any knots or tangles around each installed row.

  • Gather the hair into a ponytail and securely hold close to the scalp. Begin brushing from the ends, carefully working your way up toward the scalp.

  • Brushing your hair before it gets wet will keep the hair from tangling while washing.

  • Hold/place hand at the point of attachment when brushing.
     

WASHING

  • Brush extensions thoroughly before washing to remove any tangles.

  • Now that your hair is thicker, you may decide to divide the hair into two sections on either side of the head to wash or multiple ponytails and wash section-by-section.

  • SHAMPOO:​

    • Use a sulfate-free and paraben-free shampoo​.

    • Begin at the scalp and massage shampoo into hair using a "Z" formation. Do not use a circular motion or flip head upside down as this causes tangles.

    • Part hair and rinse all the way to the scalp. If you used the ponytail method to section hair, rinse one at a time. Follow up with a final rinse.

  • CONDITION:

    • Use a sulfate-free and paraben-free conditioner.​

    • Apply conditioner from mid-shaft down to the tips o your hair and leave on for 2-3 minutes. NOTE: adding conditioner near the point of attachment may lead to sliding out.

    • Rinse completely.

    • Use a conditioning masque once a week.

DRYING

  • Towel dry or air dry hair as much as possible before using a blow dryer.

  • The use of leave-in conditioners, heat protectants, as well as treatment oils from mid-shaft to ends is recommended to protect your extensions.

  • Using a blow dryer, rough-dry your hair.

  • Starting at the ends and working your way up toward the scalp, round brush the hair.

  • Avoid direct heat on the point of attachment.

STYLING

  • It is safe to use thermal tools like curling wands, flat irons, etc.

  • Temperature setting depends on your natural hair. You may use between 270F - 350F on your extensions as long as proper heat protectants are applied before styling.

  • Keep all hot tools away from the point of attachment to ensure extensions do not melt or fuse together.

PRODUCTS

  • Use professional grade products recommended by your stylist to maintain the health of your natural hair and extensions.

  • Avoid alcohol-based products close to the point of attachment as it may compromise the bonding agent and cause sliding.

SWIMMING

  • Before swimming, wet your hair with fresh tap water and apply a small amount of leave-in conditioner to the ends.

  • Tie in a loose ponytail or braid.

  • Once you are finished swimming, rinse the extensions with fresh water and spray with leave-in conditioner.

SLEEPING

  • Brush your hair gently and loosely braid before sleeping.

  • Do not go to bed with wet hair as it can cause tangling close to the scalp. If this occurs, schedule an appointment with your stylist to remove immediately.

  • A silk pillowcase or bonnet is recommended.

COLORING

  • DO NOT ATTEMPT TO COLOR YOUR HAIR EXTENSIONS AT HOME. Please consult your stylist for all color services and inquiries.

SUNSCREEN

  • Avoid use of chemical based sunscreens as this can discolor the hair. Please use mineral based sunscreens only.

  • Recommended sunscreens include: Sun Bum, Goldie Locks and Coola.

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Let's Work Together

Got a question about your extensions? Having issues with them? I am always just a message or call away! Always, ALWAYS reach out with any issues you may be having.

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