October 22, 2023
Hello Gorgeous. We're so glad you landed on this page. Congratulations; you being here means that you are invested in the proper care and maintenance of your extensions to ensure that they always look like the first day your wore them. Now let's get down to the nitty-gritty of maintaining your luxury hair extensions. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to care for your clip-in extensions and ponytail extension at home:
1. Gentle Detangling. Before and after each use, be diligent in ridding the hair of any knots or tangles. For best results, use a special hair extension brush or wide-tooth comb, starting at the tips of the hair and working your way up the hair shaft to the root. Be kind and patient with your extensions. Don't pull or tug, or do any rough vigorous movements, to avoid stress and tension on the hair fibers.
2. Washing. Washing your extensions removes dirt, product build-up, and restores the life of the hair. Frequency of this step will depend on how often you wear your extensions and how much product you've used over the timespan of the previous wear and wash. Once you've completed step 1, full a sink or basin with lukewarm water and generously mix in sulfate-free shampoo. It's important not to make the water too hot and shock the strands. We recommend tying your clip-in extensions together with a hair tie as close to the base as possible, right under the clips, to keep a good handle on your extensions during this process. With a wide-tooth comb and the hair submerged in the water, using a downward motion only, repeat step 1. Once clean, discard the water and rinse the extensions under cool water until all shampoo is out of the hair. Cool water locks back in the moisture.
3. Conditioning. After washing, apply a light-weight conditioner to your extensions. Place the conditioned hair extensions into a plastic bag or plastic shower-cap, close it and let the hair sit for about 15 minutes. This will allow the conditioner to "work its magic" and really add an extra boost of luster and softness. Rinse the conditioner out completely under cool water.
4. Drying. Now that the wash and condition is complete, pat the hair dry with a microfiber towel. If you don't have one, a t-shirt works well too. The hair should be damp, not soaking or dripping wet. Remove the hair tie and carefully separate all of your extension pieces. Lay each piece out individually flat on a towel to air dry. Don't use styling tools on wet extensions. This can damage the hair fibers.
5. Styling. Our hair extensions can be styled just like your natural hair. Always use a thermal heat protectant before applying heat to your hair extensions and keep heat usage to a minimal. When using hot tools, such as curlers and flat irons, keep heat to a low-medium temperature. Remember that just like your natural hair, excessive heat use can damage your hair extensions, resulting in loss of their luster and texture over time. Damaged hair extensions cannot be repaired.
6. Storage. When not installed, secure your luxury hair extensions on our custom hair hanger. Hang your hair in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and humidity to protect the hair quality. When traveling with your hair extensions, secure them in the complimentary silk extension bag that they arrived with.
7. Avoid Overuse. While clip-in hair extensions and ponytail extensions are designed for multiple use, it's important to note that wearing them constantly can put stress on not just the extensions, but your natural hair as well. Take breaks from wearing your extensions. Remove them before sleeping and let your scalp and hair breathe.
8. Routine Maintenance Checks. Inspect the clips on your clip-in extensions to ensure they are all present and secure to the weft. If any are missing or loose, have it repaired before installing them again.
By following these simple steps and consistent care, you'll ensure that your investment in luxury hair extensions is secured. Your clip-ins and ponytail extensions will remain smooth, soft, voluptuous, and looking brand new each time. Treat your hair extensions with that same tender love & care you do your natural hair, and you'll continue to enhance your hairstyle and lifestyle with confidence, comfort, and ease.