How to Wash Clip-In Extensions
Many women and men are hesitant to wear a lace front wig or synthetic wig. Extension pieces are wonderful for improving hair length or thickness. Hair extension pieces are usually very thin and not detectable. After investing in hairpieces many people ruin their investment by washing the hair improperly.
- Use a shampoo and conditioner that is specially formulated for the type of extension hair that is being washed. Beauty supply stores and Wal Mart sells a full line of cleansing products for both synthetic and human hair extensions.
- Follow the directions listed on the shampoo and conditioner. The cleansing directions will be not the same as when cleansing natural hair. Use the amount and cleansing techniques that are listed on the bottle. Many products require that the sink is filled with cool or tepid water before the hair is added.
- Do not scrub the hair. This may create tangling and matting of the extensions. Instead swish the hair around the sink or bowl of water to cleanse it.
- If the conditioner has a wait time follow the instructions. Not letting the conditioner sit on the hair can make the hair appear dry and not have a sheen when it is worn.
- Dry the extensions my placing them on a rack or even a wig form. If a blow dryer is used, only dry on the cool setting.
- Use wig or weave sheen or shine sprays to bring life back to the hair. Spraying the wrong types of sprays can cause build up or for the hair to look dirty to soon.
Always double check labels before buying or using hair products on extensions. Purchasing products made specifically for extensions helps to prolong the life of the extension. Use these tips when washing clip-in extensions.