Taking Care of Hair Extensions
Taking care of hair extensions can be a pain but with the amount of money invested in hair extensions, you need to maintain it properly in order to extend its life for as long as possible. Whether synthetic or real, here are few basic steps towards maintaining hair extensions.
Basic shampooing
Make sure your hair extensions are always clean. Always use a good quality shampoo and conditioner for your extensions. Hair tends to tangle when sweat and dirt builds up. Brush and remove all tangles before washing your hair. After washing, slowly brush your hair so as not to disrupt the extensions.
Styling
Always use a brush with soft bristles and start brushing at the end of the hair and slowly work your way up. Remember to brush in a downward motion. If your extensions are made of real hair, you can use any type of styling tool but with synthetic hair, you may have to talk to your stylist who will advice you based on the type of extension.
Coloring
It is advisable to stay away from coloring even if you have human hair extensions. If you really want to color them, then 1st you need to get your real hair colored before you affix your extensions. Alternately you can add highlights by attaching different colored extensions in the same way as highlights are applied to real hair. Always go to a stylist to color your hair.
Swimming
Taking care of hair extensions while going for a swim is imperative. Wear a swim cap that is made of latex and try not to expose your hair to too much to chlorine. After coming out of the water, wash your hair to remove any chemicals that may have creeped inside the cap.
In the long run, hair extensions care becomes as easy as caring for real hair and you can keep your hair extensions for a long time.
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