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Aftercare

Hair Extension Aftercare

How to make your extensions last.

Most extension problems are care problems, not installation problems. None of this is difficult. It just has to be consistent.

  • Washing

    • Use a sulfate-free shampoo and a moisturizing conditioner.
    • Keep conditioner and oil-based products away from the bonds and roots; they loosen the attachment.
    • Rinse thoroughly so nothing is left to build up around the attachment points.
  • Drying

    • Always dry the hair before you sleep on it. Going to bed with wet extensions is the fastest way to matting.
    • Dry the roots and the attachment area first.
  • Brushing

    • Brush from the ends first and work your way up to the roots.
    • Support the hair at the root with your other hand so you are not pulling on the attachment.
    • Brush gently and never force a tangle.
  • Sleeping

    • Tie the hair in a loose braid or a loose ponytail before bed.
    • A silk or satin pillowcase reduces friction overnight.
  • Heat & styling

    • Always use a heat protectant.
    • Avoid excessive heat. Extension hair cannot repair itself the way growing hair can.
  • Swimming

    • Avoid chlorine and salt water where you can; both dry the hair out.
    • If you do swim, wet the hair with clean water first, tie it up, and rinse and condition afterward.
  • Maintenance appointments

    • Book your move-up or re-tape on schedule for your method. Leaving it too long risks matting and breakage.
    • Come in for the appointment rather than attempting removal or adjustment at home.
Maintenance

When to come back, by method.

Leaving a move-up too long is the single most common cause of matting and breakage. These are the intervals to plan around.

Maintenance interval for each hair extension installation method
MethodWhat happensInterval
Sewn-In WeftMove-up6–8 weeks
Micro-Link / I-TipBead move-up6–9 weeks
K-Tip FusionRemoval & re-bond8–10 weeks
Tape-In & Invisible Weft Tape-InRemoval & re-tape4–8 weeks
Halo & Clip-InUpkeepNone
Ponytail ExtensionsUpkeepNone

Please come in for removal and adjustment rather than attempting either at home. That is where most avoidable damage happens. Compare the methods.

Next step

Due for a move-up?

Get in touch and we will get you back in the chair before it becomes a problem.