Tips for Helping Your Hair Extensions Last Longer

When you find those perfect extensions, you want to do everything in your power to keep them in good shape for a long time to come. Extensions can last anywhere between three months to a year or more depending on how often you use them and how well you take care of them. By taking the time to maintain your extensions, you can extend their usable life and continue to enjoy them for years. But taking proper care of your extensions is not as difficult or time-consuming as you may think. Read on to learn how to wash, dry, detangle, and store your new hair extensions.

The key to washing your extensions is to hydrate them as much as you can. Because hair extensions don’t get the same natural oils and nutrients that your hair does, it’s vital to moisturize them as much as possible. For the best results, use shampoo and conditioner that is sulfate- and alcohol-free. These strip the extensions of their natural sheen, making them dryer and more likely to become tangled. Apply a moisturizing conditioner before and after shampooing the extensions. Apply the product gently and be mindful not to scrub too hard. To ensure the extensions remain moisturized, rinse them with cold water after you finish cleaning them. Them, squeeze out any extra water and don’t rub them dry with a towel.

To remove the tangles from your extensions, gently brush them out after cleaning them. Use a wide-tooth comb or a soft bristle brush to prevent breakage when you’re removing any knots. Begin by stacking the wefts on top of each other. Carefully brush the extensions, starting at the bottom and working your way to the root. If you encounter a tough knot, remove the individual extension from the group and gently work out the tangle. Remember never to brush the extensions when they are wet. Wait until they are about 90 percent dry or brush them before you wash them.

After cleaning your extensions, let them air dry. Using a hair dryer can lead to heat damage, which will shorten the usable life of your extensions. Air drying will prevent tangles and make the extensions last longer. To dry them, lay them on a towel and let them sit until they are completely dry.

Whenever you can, refrain from using heat on your extensions. Just like your real hair, your extensions can get heat damage. Don’t use a hair dryer on them. If you need to apply heat to style your Bohyme hair extensions, set the straightener or curling iron to the lowest setting possible.

You’re not done yet! Next, you must learn how to store your extensions properly. Put them in an airtight container or bag, or place them back in the packaging that you got them in. Before storing them away, make sure they are clean and totally dry.

If you follow these tips, you can be sure that your extensions will remain in great condition for a long time to come. Visit us at Luxe REMI to view our whole selection of quality hair extensions.