How to Care for Hair Extensions & Extend Their Lifespan

We all want our extensions to last longer while maintaining their gorgeous look.
But how exactly should you clean and maintain them to prevent tangling? This guide will answer all your questions and provide effective solutions to keep your extensions looking flawless.

🔍Why My Clip in Hair Extensions Dry?

Chemical Products 🧪

Hair dyes and color-treated/strong chemical shampoos

External Factors 🌡️

Heat styling, friction, and rough sleeping habits contribute to tangling and dryness.

Incorrect Washing🛁

Infrequent cleaning or brushing causes tangles and shedding.

💡How to Keep The Spanlife of The Clip-In Hair Extensions?

Step 1: Brush the Hair

Remove the clip-in hair extensions from your head and place them neatly on a hair extension storage rack.

Use a wide-tooth comb or a soft-bristle brush to gently brush from top to bottom, carefully removing any tangles.

Step 2: Water Temperature & Product Selection

Use lukewarm water to wash the extensions. Add about 2–3 pumps or a small amount of shampoo into the water.

We recommend using hair care products that are alcohol-free, sulfate-free, and specifically formulated for color-treated or extension hair to help protect the color from fading due to harsh chemicals.

Step 3: Clean Each Weft Individually

To ensure every strand is thoroughly cleaned, wash one weft at a time or tie all the wefts together into a ponytail shape for washing. This helps minimize tangling during the process. Avoid getting the clips wet.

Avoid using purple shampoo or any shampoo with bleaching agents that could damage the hair.

Step 4: Washing Technique

Soak the extensions in water, gently rinse the hair, and lightly massage in the shampoo.

Then apply conditioner or a hair mask, focusing especially on the ends. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes. Be sure to handle the hair gently during rinsing.

After 3–5 minutes, rinse thoroughly. Lay the extensions flat on a towel and gently pat and squeeze them dry. If the hair feels slippery after rinsing, there may still be some product residue left.

Step 5: Air Dry the Hair

The best way to dry clip-in extensions is by letting them air dry naturally. Place them on a towel or hang them on a storage rack in a well-ventilated area.

Alternatively, use an ionic hair dryer on a medium heat setting to gently blow dry from the ends, finishing with a cool shot to seal in smoothness.

Step 6: Lock in Moisture

Apply a small amount of coconut oil, hair serum, or detangling spray to the ends. Then, if desired, use a flat iron to straighten and style.

Q&A

The less you wash your extensions, the longer they’ll last. We recommend washing only when there’s noticeable product build-up. We recommend washing them after every 10-15 wears or once a month.

Not necessarily. Unless there is a significant amount of product buildup (such as hairspray), washing is not required. Instead, you can gently brush out the curls using a soft-bristle brush, starting from the ends and working your way up. To straighten the extensions, you may use a flat iron—just be sure to apply a heat protectant spray beforehand and use a low to medium heat setting to help preserve the hair quality.

Enjoy your new hair! For more tips and support, please reach out to our customer service team or contact your extension specialist.

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