Hair extension after care
and FAQs
How to care for your hair extensions
Do not wash hair for at least 2-3 days to allow the hair extensions to adhere completely.
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Brush your hair daily! Always start at the ends moving up.
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Use a sulfate-free and paraben-free shampoo. Begin at the scalp and massage shampoo in a "z" formation to wash.
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Use a sulfate-free and paraben-free conditioner. Apply conditioner from mids to ends leave in for 2-3 mins. Do not apply conditioner near scalp, it will cause extensions to slip out.
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Towel dry or air dry hair as much as possible before blow drying. Always put in a leave-in conditioner/heat protectant as well as treatment oils to protect your extensions.
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Avoid products that have oil and alcohol near the point of attachment this will cause the extensions to slip out. Use professional grade products only.
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When using hot tools keep away from point of attachment to ensure extensions do not melt or fuse together.
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Before sleeping brush and loosely braid hair. Do not go to bed with wet hair!
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When swimming wet hair and add leave-in conditioner. Tie a loose ponytail or braid. After swimming rinse hair extensions and spray leave-in conditioner.
FAQs
Q: Do hair extensions damage your hair?
A: No, when installed correctly by a professional
Q: How much do hair extensions cost?
A: Cost depends on the look your wanting to achieve. Hair extensions can range from $1,000 up to $2,800+
Q: How long do hair extensions last?
A: Each method is different. K tips have no move up appointments they stay in the hair for 3-4 months. The hair will be removed and tossed after the 3-4 month mark. Weft extensions on the other hand need to be move up every 4-7 weeks. The extension hair will last anywhere from 5-9 months. If you take extremely good care of your extensions they can possibly last up to 12 months.
Q: Are the extensions heavy/can I feel them?
A: This will be different for everyone. K tips might feel lighter or not be felt at all because of the small individual bonds. Wefts can feel heavier because of the amount of hair per row.
Q: Can I wash my hair the same/style it?
A: Of course! Bellami and Hot Heads hair extensions are 100% human hair and should be treated as such.