Hair Care Guide

Make Your Extensions Last for Years

Your extensions are an investment. Proper care makes the difference between 6 months and 5+ years of wear. Follow our expert guide for hair that stays beautiful install after install.

Texture-Specific Care

Care Routine for Your Texture

Each texture has unique care needs. Select your extension texture below for tailored recommendations.

Straight Hair Care

  • Use a lightweight leave-in conditioner to prevent weighing down hair
  • Apply a heat protectant before any thermal styling
  • Brush gently from ends to roots
  • Wash every 7-10 days to maintain natural oils
  • Sleep with a silk scarf or bonnet to reduce frizz

Recommended Products

Leave-in conditionerHeat protectant sprayLightweight serum

Wavy Hair Care

  • Detangle with a wide-tooth comb while hair is wet
  • Scrunch with a microfiber towel to enhance wave pattern
  • Apply curl cream or mousse to damp hair
  • Refresh waves with a water-based spray between washes
  • Avoid brushing when dry to prevent frizz

Recommended Products

Curl creamMousseRefreshing spray

Curly Hair Care

  • Co-wash between full wash days to maintain moisture
  • Apply products using the LOC method
  • Finger detangle or use a wide-tooth comb only when wet
  • Pineapple hair at night to preserve curls
  • Deep condition weekly for optimal hydration

Recommended Products

Curly Girl CustardDeep conditionerCurl defining gel

Kinky Hair Care

  • Moisturize daily with a water-based leave-in
  • Seal moisture with natural oils like jojoba or argan
  • Protective style regularly
  • Use a satin pillowcase or bonnet every night
  • Trim ends every 8-12 weeks

Recommended Products

Leave-in sprayNatural oilsMoisture cream
Daily Care

Your Daily Routine

Simple steps every day to keep your extensions looking their best.

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Morning Refresh

Lightly mist with water or a refreshing spray. Gently fluff or reshape your style.

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Moisture Check

Feel your ends — if dry, apply a small amount of leave-in conditioner or oil.

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Protect & Style

If heat styling, always use a protectant. Keep manipulation minimal.

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Night Routine

Wrap hair in a silk scarf or bonnet. For curly textures, pineapple at the crown.

Weekly Care

Weekly Care Essentials

Deeper care practices to keep your extensions healthy long-term.

Weekly

Deep Conditioning

Apply deep conditioner, cover with a cap, and let sit for 15-30 minutes. Rinse with cool water to seal cuticles.

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Every 7-14 days

Wash Day

Use a sulfate-free shampoo. Focus on scalp cleansing. Let extensions air dry when possible.

As needed

Detangling

Always detangle when wet with conditioner. Start from ends and work up. Use a wide-tooth comb or fingers.

Monthly

Product Buildup Check

Clarify with a gentle clarifying shampoo to remove buildup, then follow with deep conditioning.

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