This article provides a detailed guide on
how to enjoy longer lasting natural hair extensions. This is especially
important because they are very expensive and requires special care.
Guide on fixing the hair;
To ensure that your weft extensions do not shed after fixing it, I recommend
that you follow the instructions below:
>Do not cut the wefts. This is
because most of the extensions are either hand-tied or feature a very thin
weft, which makes your weave virtually undetectable and easier to fix. Because
of this, when the delicate weft is cut, this loosens the hair in the weft
causing what appears to be shedding.
However if you do cut the weft you need to seal it.
Guide on Sealing the Weft
Step 1:
There are many sealants to choose from to bond the hair. As always do your
research, some websites recommend using anything from clear nail polish,
bonding glue to fabric sealant, so you’ll have to determine what’s best for
you. Carefully follow the instructions provided.
Step 2:
Once you have prepared the sealant to use, lay the wefts on a covered, flat
surface. Apply the sealant directly to the weft of the hair as you would if you
were going to “glue” or bond the hair but instead of installing the hair,
simply allow the sealant to dry. DO NOT let sealant touch the actual hair. Wait
10 – 15 min to allow drying time or blow-dry for a quicker result. After the
hair has dried, repeat on the other side.
Step 3:
When you or your hair professional is fixing the hair, after cutting each weft,
you can also seal the ENDS of each piece for added security.
If you don’t feel like sealing the wefts yourself, make sure that you let your
hair professional know ahead of time that you are planning to have your wefts
sealed so that he or she can be prepared!!
Do not put a needle through the wefts or pierce the wefts. If fixing a sew-in
weave, sew over and around the weft using a blanket stitch method. This method
secures the weft without actually penetrating it.
>Do not split the wefts
>Post Installation Maintenance
Once natural hair is cut from a donor's head, it stops receiving much-needed
nutrients that nourish and keeps the hair soft, shiny & tangle-free. It's
therefore vitally important to maintain and treat your natural hair extensions
with the appropriate maintenance products that will restores/maintain softness,
silky luster and keep it tangle-free.
Using the appropriate product range will ensure that your hair extensions keep
its silky texture and last for a long time. I would recommend you use mild
shampoos & conditioners; preferably sulfate-free and silicon free hair care
products.
*Using the wrong maintenance products on your hair extensions will result in
dry, dull, tangled, damaged and unmanageable hair extensions.
>Recommended Maintenance Regime
Step 1: Detangle your hair
This is a very important step prior to shampooing your hair.
Ensure that your hair is free of tangles or snares (especially at the back of
the neck). Using a wide tooth or a detangling brush, gently comb out your hair
extensions. Always comb or brush hair from the bottom up, small sections at a
time. The more careful you treat your extensions the longer they will last.
Support your attachment when brushing or combing your hair.
Step 2: Wash
Shampoo your hair at least once a week Shampoo your hair more often if you have
increased perspiration or have been in a dusty environment. Curly textures
require frequent shampoos or co-washes to look its best hair.
Wet you hair slowly and apply shampoo generously. Do not massage or rub the
hair against itself.
Gently comb hair with a wide tooth comb or your fingers to remove any tangles
and wash in a downward motion. Rinse shampoo out thoroughly.
Apply a moisturizing conditioner or mask. Use a wide tooth comb or fingers to
work the conditioner into your hair. Put on a shower cap and wait for at least
10 - 30 minutes, and then rinse out conditioner out thoroughly.
Air dry hair or set the hair, while wet, on rollers for curls
When hair is completely dry, apply more serum or light hair to hair if required
If you must use heat, to dry or style the hair, be sure you use a leave in
conditioner first and heat protector
Co-Wash: Substitute conditioner
for shampoo Wash your hair in a downward motion, working conditioner from the
top down in one motion. Rinse well and then style. This is great for curly
styles. it also moisturizes the hair and prevents it from being dry and frizzy.
Step 3: Deep Condition
To keep you hair in tip- top shape, use a deep conditioner or hot oil treatment
in your hair twice a month. More or less, depending on the hair's need. This is
very important if you have colored the hair or use hair straighteners.
Step 4: Styling
As mentioned in step 1, always keep your hair extensions tangle free. Brush or
comb gently and avoid any excess tension. Always comb or brush hair from the
bottom up, small sections at a time. The more careful you treat your extensions
the longer they will last. Support your attachment when brushing or combing
your hair. We also strongly recommend the use of a de-tangling brush to comb
your hair extensions every day so that it does not develop tangles especially
in the nape area.
Our Natural Hair Extensions can be styled
as you would your own hair. You can blow dry, curl with curling iron,
straighten with a flat iron, dye with a hair dye, and style it as you would
your own hair.
Heat is your hair biggest enemy. The
more you use it, the shorter the life span of your hair. Use heat in
moderation. Do not use high temperatures. High temperatures can damage the hair
and permanently alter the hair texture. Get a heat protector to spray on your
hair before using a wand or straighteners. Use styling products that are
alcohol free.
Put your hair "up" at night. Plait, pin or roll (using bendy rollers)
your hair before going to sleep. This is important in preventing tangles. Never
sleep with loose wet hair, for it may tangle while you sleep. Sleep with a
satin cap or on a satin covered pillow.
Am sure this article was helpful. Enjoy a longer lasting natural virgin hair.
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