Tips to Take Care of Your Extensions

Taking care of your hair extensions- no matter whether it’s raw hair or any other is imperative. If you wish to maintain the durability of your extensions, this is something that must be taken very seriously. In the absence of a proper caring regime, you will lose the beauty of your extensions. Chances are you might even have to replace them. This means wastage of time, money, and energy. In case you haven’t yet bought your hair extensions, Knockout Virgin Hair is there to suit your needs.  Not only so we promise diversity but also quality.

Hair extensions work beautifully to add length to your hair, cover bad hair cuts or color, and allow your hair to be styled in a variety of ways. With all the amazing things that raw human hair extensions can do, it’s important to take good care of them to return the favor.  Once you have bought your hair extensions, it’s important to maintain your extension to keep them in their pristine state. For the purpose, there are a few simple rules that can be followed. These tips extend the lifespan of your extensions significantly and also keep them in really good condition. Here are a few tips that shall serve the purpose:

Storing Hair Extensions:

The task of storing your hair extensions takes just a few minutes and those few minutes can make a lot of difference. When using clip in hair extensions, make sure to shut close all the clips once it is removed from the head. Before storing it away, always brush it once. Make sure to store the extensions in a cool and dry place that is away from direct sunlight. To prevent the formation of mold and the growth of bacteria, ensure that the extensions are completely dry when stored. You can store your extensions in the box packaging that it came in or buy a hair box specifically meant for storage purposes.  Use a hair tie to gently secure the extensions close to the base of the wefts and roll the extensions into a circle while placing it in the box.

Products to Avoid:

Using the right products is important which if neglected can cause damage to your hair extensions. This is a crucial step that will make all the difference and determine whether your extensions will stay tangle-free, soft, and manageable or not. Always watch out for ingredients such as Isopropyl, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Alcohol Denat, Propanol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, SD Alcohol 40, Ethanol, SLS, and Propyl. Buying alcohol and sulfate-free products is a complete must as these ingredients are known to strip the hair of its natural oil which makes it dry and tangle-prone. With prolonged usage, these ingredients can shorten the longevity of your extensions. In addition to avoiding these ingredients, prevent using sticky products such as hair wax, hair gel, hair spray, etc. that are likely to clog your extensions.

How to Properly Brush Your Hair Extensions:

Whether you own raw Indian hair extensions or any other, make sure to treat it gently and brush it in an apt manner. For the purpose, stack the wefts on top of one another to gather all the hair together. Next, start brushing your extensions slowly by starting from the bottom of the hair and working up towards the root. If there’s any pesky knot that you encounter, take the individual weft and brush it lightly. Do not be too harsh or you will end up with hair breakage.  Do not brush while the hair is still wet. Instead, brush when its 80% dry or before washing.

How to Prevent Tangling?

Tangling is a normal occurrence when dealing with hair- both natural as well as extensions. The reasons for this can be many- inadequate or poor brushing, weather concerns or dryness, etc. One of the most common reasons why extensions tend to matt or tangle throughout the day is because of the combination of heat, sweat, and friction. The sweat that occurs at the back area of your scalp or nape during the day leads to the generation of heat. This heat along with the salty and acidic sweat dries out your hair extensions. When using extensions along with natural hair, the mentioned factors and the movement of head lead to tangling and matting of the hair. Weather is also responsible for tangling. To ensure your hair stays tangle-free, comb frequently using a soft-bristle brush. Also, make use of proper hair-care products.

By following a good routine, you can wear your hair extensions for years and never have the quality compromised. Enjoying thicker, fuller and healthier-looking locks get easier when you know how to care for it.