How to Wash Your Hair with Hand Tied Extensions
Washing your hair with hand tied extensions requires special care to ensure the extensions remain in good condition. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you wash your hair with hand tied extensions:
- Brush your hair: Before washing, carefully brush your hair to remove any tangles and knots. Make sure to use a brush specifically designed for hair extensions to prevent damage.
- Use sulfate-free shampoo: Choose a sulfate-free shampoo that is gentle on both your natural hair and the extensions. Avoid using products with harsh chemicals that can weaken or damage the extensions.
- Wet your hair: Gently wet your hair with warm water, avoiding excessive rubbing or scrubbing to prevent tangling or pulling on the extensions.
- Apply shampoo: Pour a small amount of sulfate-free shampoo into your hand and massage it into your scalp and hair, focusing on the roots. Avoid rubbing the extensions too vigorously to prevent damage.
- Rinse thoroughly: Rinse your hair with warm water, ensuring all shampoo is washed out completely. Use your fingers to carefully detangle any knots in the extensions while rinsing.
- Condition your hair: Apply a lightweight, sulfate-free conditioner to the mid-lengths and ends of your hair, avoiding the roots and the attachment points of the extensions. Leave the conditioner on for a few minutes before rinsing thoroughly with warm water.
- Detangle gently: Use a wide-tooth comb or extension-friendly brush to detangle your hair while it is still wet. Start from the ends and work your way up to the roots, being careful not to pull or tug on the extensions.
- Pat dry: Gently pat your hair with a soft towel to remove excess water, avoiding rubbing or wringing your hair to prevent damage. Allow your hair to air dry or use a blow dryer on a low heat setting.
- Avoid heat styling: Limit the use of heat styling tools on your hair to prevent damage to the extensions. If you must use heat, make sure to use a heat protectant spray and set the tool to a low temperature.
- Maintain regular care: Wash and condition your hair with hand tied extensions regularly to keep them looking healthy and maintain the longevity of the extensions. Follow the care instructions provided by your stylist to ensure proper maintenance.
