Protect Your Extension Investment at Home

Proper home care is the single biggest factor in how long your extensions last and how good they look between appointments. The good news is that extension maintenance is simple once you build the habits. Here is everything you need to know from The Hair Extensions Studio by Fluff in Denver.

Brushing: The Most Important Habit

Brush your extensions twice daily — morning and night — with a loop brush or extension-safe detangling brush. Start from the ends and work upward in small sections. Hold the hair above where you are brushing to avoid pulling on the bonds. This prevents tangles from building into mats, which is the number one extension maintenance failure.

Washing

Wash your hair 2 to 3 times per week maximum. Use sulfate-free shampoo and apply it to the scalp area, letting suds run through the lengths without scrubbing the extension hair directly. Condition from mid-shaft to ends, avoiding the bond or bead area. Rinse thoroughly — product buildup near bonds can cause slipping.

Drying

Never go to bed with wet extensions. Wet hair tangles dramatically while you sleep. Gently squeeze excess water with a microfiber towel, apply a leave-in conditioner to the ends, and blow-dry at least 80 percent before bed. Focus on drying the bond area thoroughly to prevent loosening.

Sleeping

Braid your hair in a loose braid or low ponytail before bed. Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase — the reduced friction prevents tangling and extends the life of both your extensions and your natural hair. Never tie your hair up with rubber bands or metal-clasped ties.

Products to Avoid

No sulfates. No products with high alcohol content near the bonds. No heavy oils applied directly to the bond or bead area — oil breaks down adhesive and loosens beads. Keep dry shampoo away from the roots near bonds as powder buildup can cause slippage.

Questions about your extension care? Ask your Fluff Denver extensionist.