How do I care for my hair extensions?
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Q : If I don’t have time to read all the tips below, what’s most important?
A : Treat your premium hair extensions as if they were your own hair. Our hair extensions are virgin, but they are not indestructible. Excessive chemical (perming and coloring) and mechanical (blow drying and curling iron) applications will eventually lead to damage that is irreparable.
Q : How often should I wash my extensions?
A : Often enough to keep the extensions clean. We recommend at least once or twice per week. But if your daily routine includes exercise or swimming, your extensions should be washed immediately after any rigorous activity.
Wear a cap when swimming or keep your hair extensions above the water. Chlorine and salt water can cause the hair to tangle and mat. We recommend that you wear your hair away from the nape of your neck (e.g. a ponytail) when engaging in exercise.
Q : How do I wash my hair?
A : Ask your stylist for recommendations as to shampoo and conditioner appropriate for your hair pattern, texture and finish. Be certain to brush your extensions prior to washing. And when washing, move hands in a downward motion.
When a large amount of water is added at once to medium luster and low luster hair, hair can swell up and tangle. Gradually wet the hair, add a bit of conditioner, and using a comb with widely spaced teeth, gently comb through the hair before washing.
Q : Any styling techniques for my extensions?
A : For medium and low luster, we recommend finger combing or using a comb with widely spaced teeth, before brushing. For any luster, whether combing or brushing, start at the ends of your hair and gently work your way up. Always comb or brush in a downward motion. Do not comb or brush harshly. Be certain that your combing or brushing routine doesn’t end until your reach the very top of the weft of each extension.
Heat is one of your hair's worst enemies; the more you use it, the shorter the life of your hair extensions. Be careful when using blow dryers and curling irons. It is best to let your hair dry naturally and to limit the use of flat and curling irons to 1 to 4 times per month.
Q : Does Arjuni recommend any styling products for my hair extensions?
A : To enhance the hair's natural pattern and shine, we recommend an ACV (Apple Cider Vinegar) rinse. Purchase organic ACV at your local food market. After washing and conditioning your hair, gently rinse with cold water. Then, spritz hair with the ACV rinse, which is 1 teaspoon of ACV mixed in 1 cup of water. Do not rinse.
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Q : If I don’t have time to read all the tips below, what’s most important?
A : Treat your premium hair extensions as if they were your own hair. Our hair extensions are virgin, but they are not indestructible. Excessive chemical (perming and coloring) and mechanical (blow drying and curling iron) applications will eventually lead to damage that is irreparable.
Q : How often should I wash my extensions?
A : Often enough to keep the extensions clean. We recommend at least once or twice per week. But if your daily routine includes exercise or swimming, your extensions should be washed immediately after any rigorous activity.
Wear a cap when swimming or keep your hair extensions above the water. Chlorine and salt water can cause the hair to tangle and mat. We recommend that you wear your hair away from the nape of your neck (e.g. a ponytail) when engaging in exercise.
Q : How do I wash my hair?
A : Ask your stylist for recommendations as to shampoo and conditioner appropriate for your hair pattern, texture and finish. Be certain to brush your extensions prior to washing. And when washing, move hands in a downward motion.
When a large amount of water is added at once to medium luster and low luster hair, hair can swell up and tangle. Gradually wet the hair, add a bit of conditioner, and using a comb with widely spaced teeth, gently comb through the hair before washing.
Q : Any styling techniques for my extensions?
A : For medium and low luster, we recommend finger combing or using a comb with widely spaced teeth, before brushing. For any luster, whether combing or brushing, start at the ends of your hair and gently work your way up. Always comb or brush in a downward motion. Do not comb or brush harshly. Be certain that your combing or brushing routine doesn’t end until your reach the very top of the weft of each extension.
Heat is one of your hair's worst enemies; the more you use it, the shorter the life of your hair extensions. Be careful when using blow dryers and curling irons. It is best to let your hair dry naturally and to limit the use of flat and curling irons to 1 to 4 times per month.
Q : Does Arjuni recommend any styling products for my hair extensions?
A : To enhance the hair's natural pattern and shine, we recommend an ACV (Apple Cider Vinegar) rinse. Purchase organic ACV at your local food market. After washing and conditioning your hair, gently rinse with cold water. Then, spritz hair with the ACV rinse, which is 1 teaspoon of ACV mixed in 1 cup of water. Do not rinse.