Refrain from wetting your hair for 48 hours after applying extensions, including after the initial maintenance. This ensures that the keratin bonds and tape extension adhesive settle properly, which helps prevent the extensions from slipping due to premature exposure to cleansing agents.
Finding small amounts of naturally shed hair trapped within the bonds over time is typical and does not suggest that the extensions are causing hair loss from the scalp.
Experiencing some discomfort in the first 3-7 days following the application of extensions is common.
It is crucial to use SULFATE-FREE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER/MASK to preserve the hair's longevity and integrity.
Keep conditioner, mask, or oils away from the tape adhesive or keratin bond tips to avoid slippage.
Avoid brushing your hair when it's wet to minimize unnecessary stress and friction.
Avoid getting TAN anywhere on the hair extensions as this can cause PERMANENT staining.
sleeping with extensions
Avoid sleeping with wet hair. Before going to bed, gently gather your hair into a soft, loose ponytail, bun, plait, or braids to prevent tangling during sleep. Opt for a silk or satin pillowcase to let your hair breathe overnight. Use a tangle teaser, holding the roots and gently brushing down to avoid knots, then lightly brush the surface, being careful not to apply too much pressure to protect your hair and extensions before sleep.
swimming with extensions
Activities that create a consistently moist environment, particularly swimming in seawater and chlorine, can reduce the lifespan of your hair extensions. Before swimming, thoroughly wet your hair and apply a small amount of sulfate-free conditioner to the mid-lengths and ends. Secure your hair in a loose high ponytail, bun, or braids to prevent chlorine and saltwater from adhering to it. If feasible, wear a swimming cap. After swimming, shampoo your hair three times to completely remove any saltwater or chlorine, and then apply a reparative treatment.
styling with extensions
Maintain a low temperature to safeguard your hair and extensions. Always use a heat protectant before applying heat. Opt for a leave-in treatment. Choose shine spray over serum. Refrain from using strong-hold hairsprays, as they can dehydrate your extensions. Consider dry shampoo as a gentle alternative for texturizing. Extensions can be styled with blow drying, straightening, or curling.
washing with extensions
Use sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner. Avoid tipping your hair or head upside down to wash. Instead, lean your head back into the water while showering to ensure even saturation and cleansing from the top down. Apply conditioners, detanglers, and masks only from the mid-lengths to the ends, steering clear of the tape adhesive and keratin bond tips. After showering, apply your leave-in treatment and heat protectant. To dry your hair, wrap it with a microfiber headwrap or towel to remove moisture. When using a hairdryer, opt for medium to low heat and finish with a cool shot once the hair is completely dry.
brushing with extensions
Brush your hair three times a day with a tangle teaser or a brush that lacks harsh bristles and small ball tips to prevent matting. Avoid using hard brush strokes or stiff-bristled brushes, as they can create excessive friction. When brushing, hold your hair at the ponytail and brush downwards; after the ponytail is smooth, use a soft brush to gently go over the top and mid-lengths of your hair. Gently separate your bonded strands with your fingers and brush close to the scalp, starting from the nape and working up section by section until the entire head is done. To detangle, use a wide-tooth comb from the mid-strands to the ends of your hair, but avoid using a comb near the scalp, extension adhesives, and tips.
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