CARE INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR NEW HAIR EXTENSIONS
Hair Extensions are an accessory and not a part of your natural hair, therefore you need to take special care off them. Which means extra time out of your day for the extra length and thickness you have added to ensure they stay looking healthy and intact.
Please read our care instructions so you can get the most out of your new and existing hair extensions!
DAILY CARE
Brush your extensions free of knots daily, and before washing. Make sure you hold the base of your extension to avoid heavy pulling and tension.
Make sure Tapes and Tip / Beaded Extensions are free of knots and matting where your hair and the extensions meet at all times at the root area. Run your fingers through gently and pull apart any pieces that may be stuck together.
As your extensions are not attached to your scalp they are not nourished by the natural sebum/oils that nourish your own hair, so you will find that they can dry out especially with heat styling.
They need to be hydrated and we recommend 1-2 pumps of a hydration oil or cream at least once a day (morning routine)
We recommend investing in a silk / velvet scrunchy to tie your hair away in a braid or loose pony whilst sleeping to avoid tangles and messy bed hair. To maintain a wavy style, sleep with a loose scrunchie and the very top of your head whilst in bed. Silk pillow cases are perfect to reduce friction and prevent breakage, keeping your hair smooth and shiny.
PRODUCTS
What you use on your new hair extensions makes a massive difference on the overall condition and longevity of your new hair. Please be aware, any thing that is not recommended by your extentionist will void any guarantee of the hair quality, manageability and longevity. All types of hair extensions and hair extension systems require hydration and moisture based ingredients ONLY!
Any home care products with the following ingredients cannot be used;
SULFATES : THIS INCLUDES SLS SODIUM LAURYL AND LAURETH SULFATE.
ALCOHOL : THIS INCLUDES ETHANOL, ETHYL ALCOHOL, SD ALCOHOL 40, PROPANOL, ISOPROPYL AND PROPYL.
PARABENS : THIS INCLUDES BENZYLPARABEN, ETHYLPARABEN AND PROPYLPARABEN. MINERAL OIL, COCONUT OIL, PEPPERMINT OIL, TEA TREE OIL, CITRUS OIL, NON- WATER SOULABLE SILICONESSUCH AS DIMETHICONE. SUNSCREENS CONTAINING AVOBENZONE,.
PROTEINS : THIS INCLUDES HYDROLIZED WHEAT PROTEIN, HYDROLIZED MILKK PROTEINS, HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN, CASEIN, FORMALDEHYDE.
WASHING & STYLING
DO NOT wash your hair after a tape and tips installation.
We recommend washing your extensions 1-2 times a week to preserve the natural oils and sebum for scalp health and hair shine.
Everyday washing and heat styling can strip the moisture and oils out of the hair and overtime shorten the lifespan of your extensions. Limit your heat styling and always use an extension safe heat protector when you are using any hot tools.
If your own hair is oily and needs more regular washing then we recommend washing the top section, crown, and sides forward in a basin.
The use of dry shampoo is another option (make sure its free of proteins)
DO NOT SLEEP WITH WET HAIR EXTENSIONS We recommend drying of your scalp and the top of the extensions to maintain scalp health
Hydration ONLY masks for extra nourishment 1-2 every fortnight.
If your extensions are prone to tangling whilst washing, add conditioner or hydrating mask / oil to the mid-lengths and ends prior to shampooing.
OLAPLEX and k18 CANNOT BE USED ON EXTENSIONS
Try to avoid using conditioner at the roots of your hair and hair extension. Mid lengths and ends only!
Use a detangle brush and leave your conditioner / mask in your hair for 5-10 minutes for extra nourishment.
Always try to rinse your hair with cooler temperatures to seal the cuticle and boost shine in your hair extensions.
SWIMMING
If you are swimming with your extensions, we recommend wetting with your hair tap water first.
You must prevent the hair from tangling in water, so tie a low pony and plait your hair in a braid and tie off at the ends.
Once you are out of chlorine and / or saltwater RINSE IMMEDIATELY with tap water and apply conditioner to hydrate and oil / serums as soon as your hair in dry.
Try using Swimming Caps and Pre-Conditioning your hair if you are regularly in the pool.
MAINTENANCE
Extensions should last a minimum of 6 months if maintained and correct hair care products are used. Not following our care guide instructions can lead to the longevity being alot shorter, requiring replacement of your hair extensions.
Lighter colours have been pre treated (bleached) and colour processed and will not last as long. With correct care and product use many are re-used for 9-12 months.
Darker colours have lasted as long as 12-18 months.
They are a human hair product so no 2 sets can be compared as there is the human element.
Environmental factor such as regular time spent in the sea, sun, icy weather, as well as Mechanical factors such as heat styling will fade off any colour naturally overtime.
Protect your scalp and hair by wearing a hat or UV-protection extension safe hair products when in the sun.
We recommend talking to your stylist about toning the extensions every few visits for regular upkeep of colour.
We recommend extensions to be maintained every 6-8 weeks, any longer we cannot guarantee the condition and quality of your hair and the extension hair attached.
6 weeks is ideally recommended for maintenance appointments for tapes, tips and MFT & FT methods. Invisible can last up to 9-10 weeks.
Salon visits for a wash and blow-dry appointment is ideal for your stylist to check in on your hair and hair extensions.
