Aftercare Guide

A consistent routine, tailored to your install.

Wash 2–3 times weekly, unless Dan’Yel recommends a different schedule for your scalp, texture, or installation method.
Confirm when you may first wash your hair after installation; timing depends on the attachment method.
Use sulfate-free, extension-safe shampoo and products approved for your method.
Gently cleanse your scalp and rinse thoroughly. Keep the lengths flowing downward rather than piling or rubbing the hair together.
Apply conditioner to mid-lengths and ends, keeping it away from bonds, beads, tape tabs, and attachment areas.
Gently blot excess water, then fully dry your scalp and attachment areas using controlled, low heat.

Protect your hair while you rest.

Braid your hair into a loose, low braid before bed.
Make sure your scalp, attachment areas, and extensions are completely dry before sleeping.
Use a silk or satin pillowcase, bonnet, or scarf to reduce friction.
Avoid tight ponytails, tight braids, or buns that pull on your installation.

Keep your daily routine gentle.

Use an extension-safe brush recommended by Dan’Yel for your texture and installation.
Support the hair above the area you are detangling to reduce pulling at the attachments.
Work in small sections, starting at the ends and gradually moving upward.
Do not drag bristles through bonds, beads, tape tabs, or weft stitching.
Follow your texture-specific detangling routine. Do not force a brush or comb through knots.

Style with care between appointments.

Apply an extension-compatible heat protectant to the lengths before heat styling.
Use the lowest effective temperature and avoid repeated passes over the same section.
Keep hot tools away from bonds, tape tabs, beads, and attachment areas.
Only use flat irons and curling irons on fully dry hair.
Keep oils, heavy conditioners, and styling buildup away from attachment areas.

Reserve your next visit before you leave.

I-Tips and Microlinks: book move-up appointments every 6–8 weeks, or sooner if Dan’Yel recommends it.
K-Tips: follow your personalized maintenance and professional removal schedule. K-Tip bonds are not moved up like beaded extensions.
Tape-Ins, Hybrid, and Classic Installs: follow the maintenance schedule confirmed for your specific method.
Contact Dan’Yel early if you notice slipping, tangling at the roots, or uncomfortable pulling.
Never attempt to tighten, reposition, glue, or remove attachments yourself.

Small habits make a difference.

Do not sleep with wet or damp extensions.
Avoid tight hairstyles that put tension on your roots or attachments.
Do not bleach, color, chemically treat, or use bond-removal products at home.
Ask Dan’Yel for a swimming routine before exposing your installation to pool or salt water.
Do not pick at attachments or pull apart matted hair. Arrange professional help instead.

Your Extension Aftercare Guide