In this blog post you will learn how to properly take care of your brand new hair extensions for them to last a long time.
How Often To Wash Your Hair?
I advise washing your hair twice a week if you have extensions in it.
If you wash your hair more frequently, you run the risk of your hair extensions drying out. Your extensions are more prone to break in dryer hair, which can lead to increased loss and more frequent replacements.
For the healthiest outcomes, I STRONGLY suggest washing twice when you wash your hair! Make sure you rinse your hair well after shampooing to ensure that no product residue remains in it. Conditioning your hair is also advised. Conditioner has to be sprayed on your hair from the mid-shafts to the ends. Concentrate on dry or damaged sections of your hair during conditioning.
Hair Products Matters The Most!
The products you use on your hair have an impact on its health whether or not you wear extensions. Because of this, you've probably heard of sulfate-free shampoos and are aware of the buildup of hair products in your hair. The same factors that affect your natural hair also affect how you attempt to maintain your hair extensions. What items, therefore, are you meant to use—or stay away from—to maintain the health of your hair extensions?
USE SULFATE FREE HAIR PRODUCTS
Why are sulfate-free hair extensions important? Because hair extensions aren't being refilled with oil or nutrients as your actual hair is, they are more likely to dry out than your own hair. This implies that you should stay away from anything that might lead to the drying out of your extensions. Sulfates have the potential to dry out your extensions, increasing their vulnerability to breaking or shedding. Thus, it's crucial to select just hair care products devoid of sulfates. It is much more crucial to select solutions that keep your extensions moisturized if you live in a dry area like United Arab Emirates or Saudi Arabia.
USE OIL AND SERUM REGULARLY
To maintain your hair extensions hydrated and prevent all the issues that arise from dry extensions, you must use oil or leave in products on them. The amount of oil you need depends on how much hair and hair extensions you own, but you can always start small and work your way up. Starting from the mid-shaft and working your way out to the ends, put extra if needed on areas that are prone to tangle.
OTHER HAIR STYLING PRODUCTS
A hair mask is an excellent additional tool for maintaining the right moisture levels in your hair and extensions. I recommend using a hair mask instead of conditioner once or twice a month for optimal outcomes.
Prior to using heat styling on your hair, make sure you use a heat and UV protectant. High heat can burn and discolor blonde extensions, and this damage is sadly permanent.
You may also use hair spray, texture spray, and dry shampoo—professional salon type products—with your hair extensions. If so, "less is more" is always my mantra! If you are using a lot of styling products, make sure to shampoo your hair twice to ensure that all of the product has been removed.