Hair Extension Maintenance 101

 When you get hair extensions installed, proper care for them can lengthen their life.

How do I take care of my new hair extensions? 

Once you’ve taken the time and invested the money to get hair extensions, you want to do everything you can to take quality care of the hair. 

If you take proper care of the extensions, you can keep them looking their best and lasting over time. Extensions can have a long life with a little bit of attention. 

Can I wash my hair extensions?

Use a shampoo specifically made for hair extensions. At Art of Impact, your stylist will make sure you have the best products for your specific hair & extensions.

Start by making a lather with plenty of water and applying it to the crown of your head. There are no extensions up here. Gently allow the lather to run onto the extensions. Very little rubbing is required. Rinse very well. 

It’s recommended that you wash your hair less frequently. Your stylist will give you all the specifics for your custom extensions and care method.

Can I use conditioner on my hair extensions? 

After shampooing you should use a conditioner, but even if you don’t shampoo, you should rinse your hair, gently towel dry, and use a leave-in conditioner. You should use the leave-in conditioner daily. 

This will give your hair the moisture and protection it needs. Your Stylist will recommend the best leave-in conditioner for your type of extension.

Do not go to bed with wet hair extensions. 

You will want to leave time for your hair to air dry or use a low heat setting on your hair dryer. 

Depending on how your extensions are applied, it’s important to not expose your extensions to high heat.

How to sleep with hair extensions? 

Take the time to gently brush out your hair, extensions included, before going to bed. Make sure your hair is completely dry. 

You can braid or twist your extensions if desired. You can tie them off or use bands. You may want to use a lightweight leave-in conditioner overnight. When you wake up, the extensions will be softly curled and looking their best.

Do I need a silk pillowcase for my hair extensions?

Here at Art Of Impact, we highly recommend using a silk pillowcase for your hair extensions. Silk is the best available fabric to keep extensions from being pulled or damaged.

Cotton pillowcases create too much friction against your hair. There is less moisture loss with silk. Cotton wicks moisture from your hair. 

With hair extensions, there is no oil being naturally distributed from the hair shaft, so any extra moisturize must be added by you. Don’t let your pillow take it away.

Be sure to ask your Stylist for her advice.

She is your expert. Make your appointments for regular maintenance at the salon. The result you can expect is a long life from your new extensions.

Other suggestions – avoid salt water or chlorinated water. They are very harsh.

Avoid using any high-heat appliances on your hair extension. 

Most of all, enjoy your extensions. Get out there, have a great time & look fabulous!