Hair Extension Aftercare Guide
Congratulations on your new extensions! Follow these steps to keep them looking fabulous.
Recommended Products
- Sulfate-Free Shampoo & Conditioner
(Pureology, Colorproof, Amika, Oribe, Kerastase, Leaf & Flower) - Hair Oil (Ends Only) – Leaf & Flower Oil
- Leave-In Conditioner Spray
(Colorproof Pure Release or Pureology Color Fanatic) - Mousse & Hairspray – salon-grade only
⛔ Avoid: Conair, Revlon, Ovation, grocery/drugstore brands
💡 Only buy professional products from salons for best results.
💡 Only buy professional products from salons for best results.
First 48 Hours (applies to tape and fusion extensions not weft)
- Do not get your hair wet!
- Avoid washing, sweating, saunas, or hot tubs.
Washing Tips
- Detangle first with a gentle brush
- Shampoo upright using lukewarm water and circular motions
- No lather? Use clarifying shampoo, then regular shampoo (Avoid Redken clarifier – too drying)
- Condition only mid-length to ends (not on bonds/tops of tapes or around beads)
- Let conditioner sit 5+ minutes, then rinse
- Pat hair dry—never rub!
Drying & Styling
- Apply leave-in conditioner or oil to ends
- Dry attachments first, then rest of hair
- Blow dry with grain (roots to ends)
- Use cool shot to reduce frizz & boost shine
- Always dry hair completely before bed
(Wet bonds = tangling & slipping) - Use only professional hot tools (T3, Dyson, Babyliss, etc.)
Daily Maintenance
- Brush multiple times daily using an extension-safe brush
- Wear hair in low ponytail or loose braid for sleep & activity
- Wash 1–3x per week
- No box dye! Ask your stylist for color options
Sun, Sweat & Water
- Apply leave-in conditioner before sun/salt/chlorine
- Use mineral-based sunscreen only
- recommend Sun Bum mineral based sunscreen - Avoid the ingredient avobenzone – causes brassiness
- Rinse & clarify after exposure to sweat, salt, or chlorine
Upkeep & Expectations
- It is normal to lose some extensions during the time they are in your hair. Please keep them in a baggie and contact the salon for reinstall. Every so often is normal, but not groups at a time—if this happens, please contact immediately!
- Dry attachments immediately after hot yoga, steam, sauna, etc.
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