If you have recently gotten hair extensions placed in your hair you probably already know that h
Here are some important tips to remember when it comes to taking care of your hair extensions.
Once you get hair extensions you want to be careful with any product you place in your hair including your shampoo and conditioner. Look for a gentle shampoo and not one that has harsh ingredients such as a dandruff or oily scalp shampoo. The more abrasive the shampoo is, the more it will basically eat away at the hair extensions bond and you may not get the full length of time from your extensions.
When it comes to conditioner, be sure that you are applying the product to the ends of your hair rather than your scalp. Conditioner can loosen the bond on your hair extensions which is why you need to be careful when applying the conditioner.
Don’t be afraid to brush your hair once you get hair extensions. If you have quality hair extensions and you got them done by a professional stylist it is very rare they will be pulled out from simply brushing your hair. In fact you should make sure you brush your hair at least once a day so that you get any of your natural hair that is loose out of the hair extensions or else you may end up with several tangles and knots in your hair.
If you use a hair dryer or a flat iron, be sure that you use an ionic one. Never ever use the heating tool directly on the bond of the hair extension as it will end up melting it and you can also burn your scalp as well. You may consider cutting down on the amount of heat styling you do with your hair extensions. For example you may choose to only straighten your hair every other day instead of every day as this can help you lengthen the amount of time your hair extensions last.
If you properly take care of your hair extensions you can enjoy them for up to six months. But if you don’t follow these tips you may just find yourself going back to the salon after only two months.
