Hair Extensions Aftercare Guide
Updated: Sep 23
Professional Hair Extension Aftercare Advice from The Little Hair & Beauty Studio, Newark-on-Trent
Good aftercare is essential for keeping your hair extensions looking beautiful and helping them last as long as possible. Using the right products, brushing correctly and following your recommended maintenance routine will help protect both your natural hair and your extensions.
Always use professional products suitable for human hair extensions. Products that are too harsh or unsuitable can cause dryness, tangling and may affect the bonds or attachment points. If you’re unsure which products to use, ask your hair extension technician for advice.
Regular maintenance appointments are essential to keep your extensions looking their best and to protect your natural hair. Your technician will advise how often you should return based on your chosen extension method and your natural hair growth..
After Your Hair Extension Fitting
Colouring Your Hair Extensions
We recommend having your natural hair coloured before your extensions are fitted. Avoid applying colour, bleach or lightener directly onto the bonds, tapes or attachment points, as this can weaken them and affect the lifespan of your extensions. Always speak to your extension technician before colouring your hair or extensions.
Brushing Your Hair Extensions
Brush your extensions gently at least twice a day using a hair extension-friendly brush. Support the hair at the roots and start brushing from the ends, gradually working your way upwards. Take extra care around the bonds, tapes or attachment points and avoid pulling or tugging.
Washing & Drying Your Hair Extensions
Before washing, gently brush through your extensions and make sure the attachment points are separated and free from tangles. Wash your hair upright in the shower using professional products suitable for hair extensions. Avoid washing your extensions more often than necessary, as this can cause unnecessary dryness and wear.
Washing
Gently smooth shampoo through the hair rather than rubbing or scrubbing. Apply conditioner through the mid-lengths and ends, keeping it away from the bonds, tapes or attachment points. Rinse thoroughly and gently squeeze out excess water before patting dry with a towel.
Drying
Gently towel dry your hair without rubbing or twisting. Always dry the bonds, tapes or attachment points thoroughly and never go to bed with wet or damp extensions. Use a heat protectant before blow-drying and keep excessive heat away from the attachment points.
Holidays, Swimming & Sunbeds
Take extra care of your hair extensions on holiday. Avoid prolonged contact with chlorine, salt water and sun cream, as these can cause dryness, tangling and discolouration, particularly in blonde extensions. Keep your hair tied up when swimming and rinse it thoroughly with fresh water afterwards. When using a sunbed, protect your extensions by covering the hair and keeping the attachment points away from excessive heat.
Sleeping With Hair Extensions
Never go to bed with wet or damp hair extensions. Make sure your hair is completely dry, gently brush through it and secure it in a loose plait or low ponytail before sleeping. This helps reduce tangling and matting overnight.
Hair Extension Maintenance Appointments
Regular maintenance is essential for keeping your hair extensions looking their best and protecting your natural hair. Your recommended maintenance schedule will depend on the extension method, your natural hair growth and how well your extensions are cared for at home. If you’re unsure when your next appointment is due, contact our team at The Little Hair & Beauty Studio in Newark-on-Trent for advice.
Need Hair Extension Advice?
Thinking about hair extensions or need advice about your existing extensions? Our experienced team at The Little Hair & Beauty Studio in Newark-on-Trent are happy to help.
