HOW TO CARE
FOR YOUR
new hair!
In order to protect and lengthen the life of your hair,
I recommend the following tips.
Your extensions will thank you later!
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Cleanse
+ Do not wash your hair for 24-48 hours after installation.
+ Brush hair to remove any tangles and to prevent tangling B E F O R E showering.
+ Use a SULFATE FREE shampoo + conditioner to prolong your hair color and extensions. Making sure to keep the water temps low.
+ Use Moisture adding products. Avoid products containing protein. {things labeled keratin, reparative etc.}
+ Gently shampoo all of your natural hair, and in between your rows as well.
+ Do not scrub vigorously. We suggest a double shampoo to fully clean the hair.
+ Rinse well. Do not leave any product behind.
+ Apply conditioner mid-length down, avoid placing on the root/bond area. For even distribution, use a wide tooth comb and brush the conditioner through your hair and extensions.
+ Rinse well. Do not leave any product behind.
+ Only wash 2-3 times each week adding a weekly mask to strengthen + nourish your hair.
+ If you are struggling stretching your wash days out try using a Dry Shampoo to absorb the excess oils. {avoid spraying directly on the bonds/point of attachment} Or wearing your hair in braids, pulled up or, my favorite, a half up top knot!
PRO TIP: try to avoid touching your hair throughout the day. The oils/lotion on your hands can add more oil to your hair.
Shampoo + Conditioners:
OLAPLEX No. 4 / OLAPLEX No. 5 / OLAPLEX No. 8 / A I I R Jade Oil / THE WIZARD detaingler
Styling
+ Keep the temperature down on all your tools - 330-350 is perfect.
+ If you need a higher heat on your natural hair you can raise the temperature when you finish styling the extensions.
+That goes for your hair dryer too ladies! Medium/low heat only, too high of heat will boil the water in your strands and cause unnecessary damage.
+If possible, let air dry, making sure the tops of the wefts are dry with the dryer and then letting the lengths air dry.
+ ALWAYS use a Heat Protectant!
+ Avoid using styling products (like mousse + gel) with alcohol listed in the top 5 ingredients. They can be drying to your hair/extensions.
Styling + Heat/UV Protectants + Dry Shampoo:
OLAPLEX No. 6 / OLAPLEX No. 7 / THE WIZARD detaingler / PERK UP dry shampoo
Sleep
+ Do Not sleep with your hair wet. Always make sure it is fully dried.
+ Pull into a loose pony tail, braid(s) or high bun before going to bed, using a silk scrunchie.
+ Adding a silk pillow case will help keep your hair (+ skin) smooth too!
+ Make sure to use your Extension brush, at the root, morning and night. And your Wet Brush on the ends throughout the day.
Extra tips
+ SPF isn't only for your skin...the sun can do damage on your hair too! Like make your hair/extensions dry + brittle and fade your beautiful color.
+ Always make sure that when you're going to be spending a lot of time outside (even on cloudy days) you are adding a UV protectant into your routine.
+ NEVER GET SUNSCREEN ON YOUR EXTENSIONS!
+ Make sure it is absorbed into your skin before letting your hair down.
+TO SWIM: Coat with leave in conditioner + water from mids to ends, then style your hair into braids or a tight bun.
+ The conditioner will create a barrier between your hair and the water. And the braids/bun will keep it together so you want have any tangles.
+ Adding a filter to your shower head cuts down on minerals that can be harsh for your hair.
