Washing

Extensions make it possible to go longer between washes, 1-3 times a week is ideal. I recommend a moisture based, nourishing shampoo & conditioner to keep extensions soft and long-lasting. My go-to is LANZA’s Keratin Healing Oil shampoo & conditioner.

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Brushing

Brush through extensions 2-3 times a day, especially before wetting them. Using a detangling brush, start at the bottom and work your way up.

K-TIPS: Only lightly brush over top of bonds with a k-tip specific hairbrush. Tilt head and brush thoroughly below bonds. Use your fingers to manually separate bonds every few days.

WEFTS: Do not brush above wefts. Thoroughly brush below weft and in between rows.

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Styling​

Avoid high pony tails or any excessive over-directing of the extensions for 2 weeks. Avoid tight or slick back styles as much as possible to avoid excess tension on your hair. Never use anything above 350 degrees with styling tools. Always use heat protectant. A couple of our favorites are LANZA KHO smooth down spray, and LANZA neem plant silk serum. Avoid heat at the bonds of K-Tips at all times.

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Products​

Always use sulfate & paraben free products. Extensions need moisture, I suggest a leave in conditioner after each time you shampoo. My favorite is UNITE 7 seconds leave in conditioner. Our biggest advice to keeping extensions looking and feeling brand new is to use a deep conditioning mask once a week. We suggest Redken’s All Soft  Deep Treatment Mask.

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Sleeping​

Do not sleep with wet hair, it could cause your extensions to mat, tangle, and create unwanted frizz. Do not Sleep in a top bun or tight pony. This will put excess tension on your hair and could potentially cause damage. Sleep with it down, in braids, or a low pony. A silk pillow case can help even more to ensure soft, silky hair in the morning.

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Summer Maintenance​

Avoid chlorine on your extensions at all times, as it can cause discoloration. If swimming in salt water, wet your hair down before hand and add a leave in conditioner to help to protect your extensions. The wrong sunscreen can create unwanted pink/orange tones. We suggest a mineral sunscreen: specifically CeraVe hydrating mineral sunscreen.

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