Hair extensions are a great way to add length, volume, and even color to your natural hair.
Follow these tips to avoid damaging your extensions and you will be able to keep them looking their best.
Can You Use Any Normal Brush On Hair Extensions?
The short answer is No. Brushing your hair with any normal hairbrush after washing can result in quite a bit of damage. This can cause breakage, and damage to the hair cuticle, and will also deteriorate the hair extension bonds. So what choices do you have?
Your best options are a wide-toothed comb or a brush design that is appropriate for your hair extensions.
Avoid using brushes with metallic or hard plastic bristles.
An ideal brush for hair extensions should have soft plastic bristles that won't damage your hair.
Do not use massage bristles that have nodules directly on your extensions. The nodules can get stuck in the bonds causing more damage.
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How Often Should I Be Brushing My Extensions?
Dry extensions should be brushed carefully and gently and at least twice a day, focusing on the ends first. Gently work your way up from the ends to the roots, then take the extra time to brush back down to the ends. You need to be thorough to keep from tangling or matting the hair.
If you have both extensions and natural hair, it's best to brush them separately. This will avoid unnecessary damage to your natural hair.
Can I Brush Wet Hair Extensions?
It's very important to remember to always brush your hair extensions while they are dry and before washing them. You need to remove and avoid tangles so you can easily manage your hair when it’s wet. You should never brush wet hair extensions.
Why Are My Extensions Tangling?
It can be frustrating when you spend money on new hair extensions, and then realize that they are tangling more than your natural hair!
There are a few reasons why this may be happening. This may be happening if your hair is especially dry. Dryness occurs when weather is changing when you are using heat styling tools, or when your hair is not getting enough hydration.
It will be a priority to use a deep conditioner or hair mask once a week. You could also choose a daily leave-in conditioner. Apply the conditioner only to the ends to avoid greasy roots, which can cause your extensions to slip, especially tape in hair extensions.
If you believe dryness is causing your tangles, you can view our list of favorite vegan hair masks to moisturize both your natural hair and extensions.
Extensions are also prone to tangling if they are too tight. This puts a strain on your roots and causes the hair to break. Be very gentle when brushing and detangling your hair. It's a great idea to visit your stylist if you think your extensions might need to be readjusted.
Finish with A Great Shampoo
Once you've brushed your hair tangle-free, it's time to shampoo and condition! It's important that your shampoo is sulfate free and has ingredients that strengthen your natural hair to help prevent breakage. This ensures your natural hair stays healthy and is strong enough to support your beautiful extensions!
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Hair extensions are a great way to change up your look, but it's important to know how to care for them properly. By following these simple tips, you can keep your extensions looking their best for a long time.
Enjoy your new look!
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