WAYS OF WASHING YOUR CLIP-IN HAIR EXTENSIONS
What are ways you can wash your clip-in hair extensions?
One of the methods that are more preferred for adding length to the hair is through the use of clip in hair extensions. Reasons for making use of such extensions are the following:
To maintain a particular look while trying to make hair grow
To enjoy two different hairstyles
Simply, extensions are fun and at the same time very easy to use. However, the real challenge is how to maintain them, extending its lifespan and use.
Considered one of the biggest problems in having hair extensions is when they no longer have their shine like when it was purchased the first time. Even if the extensions are of higher quality, later, they will look scraggly. Know that there are ways of maintaining clip-in hair extensions. Such methods are as follows:
Wash and Dry
If the hair extensions are made from human hair, probably, theyβll become dirty like that of real human hair. With this, you can have them washed using the typical shampoo and conditioner. The former opens the hair follicles so the cuticles can be cleaned and the latter then closes the hair follicles conditioning it making the hair smooth and shiny. It helps to choose products that are high-quality and not just picking random brands from the store. We aim at conveying that one should treat the extension just like real human hair.
But how to wash the extensions?
Prepare three buckets filled with water. Add shampoo to one bucket, and then conditioner to the other. Have the extensions submerged first in the water, and to the bucket mixed with shampoo, and lastly, to the conditioner. Use a styling comb to free the strands. Wash them thoroughly so the extensions wonβt stiffen up, and then hang them to dry.
Leave-In Conditioner
Might as well be informed that there are some extensions that are advised not to get wet. With this, you must try a different method and this can be through the use of leave-in conditioner that is silicone-based. When combined with serums, such conditioner helps in keeping the hair in its best shape. However, it may be costly and can only come in very small volumes.
Whichever method you prefer, the important thing is that you are able to maintain your clip-in extensions in its best state and be able to use it for a longer time.
