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Hair Extension Brushes, Tools and Maintenance
01-03-2017Share
Whether you've taken the plunge and got your new hair extensions or are still toying with the idea here's a handy guide to looking after your new hair.
Prevention is definitely better than cure!
Now, I can be lazy sometimes and wash my hair in the bath, that said not when I have my extensions in. Use a shower head opposed to dunking your head right in. Gently massage your head making sure not to tangle the strands, try not to over rub the hair either, it's just not necessary. Remember your new hair doesn't have a running bloodstream going to it like your own hair does. If you have super greasy hair I recommend Nioxin as it strips all the oils and build up from the scalp leaving a great base for a fabulous conditioner. If like me you have fairly normal hair then you can use pretty much any shampoo you like, this is the beauty of the micro ring. In days gone by this was never possible with the sole use of glue, oils would break down the bonds and effectively reduce the longevity of your extensions.
Conditioners are key here; we advise using something with keratin in, Golwell kerasilk is one of the best on the market to keep your new hair in tip top condition. Use this on mids to ends and leave for as long as possible. Once done squeeze excess water and towel dry gently.
I tend to leave my hair until after I've done my makeup, which gives it a little more drying time. After this I section my hair off, we recommend a tangle teezer if you have problems getting a comb through. Invented in 2007 by Shawn Pulfrey, this has been a god send to anyone who wears extensions.
Once sectioned use your favourite protection spray again on mids to ends and dry your hair as normal. I like Uniq one as it pretty much covers all my hair needs including heat damage, shine, frizz control and colour fade protection. It even has UVA/UVB protection in so I don't need to use lots of separate products. Avoid tugging on the strands, keep the bottom section out and dry first, just as your hairdresser would. Let down the next section and repeat.
Styling Your New Extensions
The good news is you can use all heat appliances on your new hair as long as you opted for real hair. I love my hair poker straight and usually blow dry as above and reach for my Cloud Nine straighteners.
As much as I absolutely adore dead straight shiny hair, now and then I love to mix it up with curls and waves. I'm a huge fan of the lived in wave, that style that says "I woke up like this". After getting this wrong for many years I finally found a technique that works a treat. The secret is to use two different styling tools, yes that's right ladies get your straighteners out alongside a barrel curler. Using the straightener at an angle, then alternate the tools to get that effortless look. Leave out the ends, this will achieve a bed head chic Kim Kardashian would be envious of.
Now if the thought of washing, drying and styling your hair all the time fills you with horror then worry not, I always use dry shampoo in-between washes to extend the life of my clean hair. Not washing it all the time will give a health benefit too as many people over wash the hair causing breakage and dry ends. I’ve even been known to use talcum powder if my dry shampoo has been used up (mention no names).
Prepare Your Hair Extensions for Bed
This depends on what style you are going to opt for the following morning. The best way is to plait the hair but this will leave kinks so I usually wear it in ponytail. This restricts the movement of the hair during the night. Once a week I wash my hair as normal but leave the Kerasilk conditioner in. I wake up the next day shower it off and I’m left with super soft hair.
Follow these simple rules and you can't go wrong, if you've done your research and found a true professional with a passion for what they do, then go for it. The good news is at New Image Hair Extensions Manchester you're guaranteed for 3 months. If you've lost a few they will replace them free of charge. You also get a free maintenance appointment should you need some pushing back up or moving. If you need any extra advise they are always on hand.
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