Keeping sew-in extensions tangle-free requires daily care and proper habits. Here are some practical tips:
1. Daily Combing Tips
Use a wide-tooth comb or a special extension comb
Comb gently from the ends of the hair, gradually moving up to the roots, avoiding pulling on the seams.
Comb at least twice a day (morning and evening), especially for long hair or curly extensions.
* Avoid using fine-tooth combs or plastic combs, which are prone to static electricity and pulling.
2. Shampooing and Conditioning
Frequency of shampooing: 1-2 times a week. Excessive washing can make hair dry and tangled.
Gentle technique:
Wet hair with warm (not too hot) water.
Rub shampoo into foam and apply, avoiding rubbing the seams directly.
Apply conditioner only to the ends of the hair, avoiding the roots of the extensions (to prevent the adhesive from loosening).
Rinse thoroughly: residual conditioner can cause hair to be sticky and tangled.
Wash with some care:
You can absolutely wash your hair extensions, but it pays to take a little extra care. Be sure to wash and condition from top to bottom rather than washing your hair upside down or piling it up on top of your head. Put shampoo/conditioner in your hands and run hair through your palms. Avoid washing hair upside down in the sink or scrunching on top of your head.
- Choose hydrating or moisture-replenishing shampoos and conditioners. A leave-in spray conditioner is great, especially on ends.
- Be extremely careful when combing or brushing hair. Work from the ends slowly toward the scalp, gently removing tangles. Do not yank, scrub, or rub the hair.
3. Drying and Styling
Blot dry: Use a microfiber towel to gently press to absorb water, avoiding friction.
Low-temperature blow-drying: Use cold air or low temperature to dry the roots of the extensions, and let the ends dry naturally.
Reduce heat tools: Curling irons and straighteners can easily damage the extensions due to high temperatures. If you need to use them, spray heat-insulating spray in advance.
4. Night protection
Braid or tie a loose ponytail: Braid your hair into a loose braid or low ponytail before going to bed to reduce friction.
Use a silk/satin pillowcase: Reduce static electricity and friction between the hair and the pillowcase to prevent frizz and knots.
5. Avoid the following behaviors
❌ Scratching the scalp or seams with your nails.
❌ Using hair care products containing alcohol or sulfates (easy to make hair dry).
❌ Combing forcefully when the hair is wet (easy to break and knot).
6. Regular maintenance
Find a professional hairstylist for adjustment every 6-8 weeks: Check if the extensions are loose and trim the split ends.
Deep care: Use special hair extension care oil or protein repair mask once a month to keep hair smooth.
🥲What to do if it is tangled?
Spray a small amount of hair spray or water to soften the tangled area.
Use your fingers to gently separate the big knots, and then use a wide-tooth comb to comb from bottom to top.
If it is seriously tangled, cut off the small knots that cannot be untied to avoid pulling and damaging the real hair.
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