The Golden Rule
The golden rule is to take care of your hair extensions as you would take care of your own naturally growing hair.
Maintaining hair extensions is easy with the correct products and at-home maintenance. With proper care, hair extensions can last up to 12 months, depending on the amount of wear.
Glam Seamless hair extensions are made with 100% human hair, which can be styled and washed just like your own hair. However, remember that the more you wash and style your extensions, the shorter their lifespan will be. Try to keep washing and product use to a minimum, and follow our recommended at-home, expert hair care tips below.
Ready to Wear Extensions At-Home Hair Care
Do Daily
- Brush gently
Do Every 5 Wears
- Shampoo & Condition
- Apply Leave-In Conditioner
- Apply Hair Mask
- Apply Serum
Semi-Permanent Extensions At-Home Hair Care
Do Daily
- Brush 2 – 3 times per day
- Sleep on a silk pillowcase or use a hair wrap
Do Every Few Days
- Shampoo & Condition
- Apply Serum
Do Once Per Week
- Apply Hair Mask
General Semi-Permanent Extension Tips
Wash Frequency: Wash 2 - 3 times per week.
After Installation: Avoid washing your newly installed extensions for 48 - 72 hours after application to allow the point of attachment to set properly and ensure they adhere firmly to your hair. Use care when washing your hair the first time; be sure not to pull, twist, or rub the extensions.
Mind the Scalp: Only use shampoo on the roots or scalp; apply conditioner to the mid-length to ends. Avoid applying conditioner to the attachment points to keep them strong and secure – this helps prevent slippage.
Brush Carefully: Gently brush your hair 2 - 3 times a day to detangle your hair and stimulate blood flow to the scalp, which helps healthy hair growth. Brush your hair from the ends up to the roots, flip your head upside down, and brush your hair from the nape to the crown to distribute oil from your scalp to your hair.
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Rest Well: Sleep on a silk pillowcase or with your hair in a satin scarf to help prevent damage and keep hair breakage-free. Before you sleep, put your hair in a loose braid or bun for effortlessly Glam hair in the morning. Never sleep with wet hair.
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Semi-permanent extension Wash Prep
Always Brush Gently Before Washing: This lets you get your natural hair and extensions tangle-free before getting them wet, since wet hair is more vulnerable to breakage and damage from pulling.
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Choose Extension-Specific Products: Use a shampoo and conditioner formulated for your extensions to increase your hair's longevity. Choose sulfate- and paraben-free formulas to gently cleanse impurities and product build-up, while delivering optimal hydration.
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Hydration, Hydration, Hydration: Unlike your own naturally growing hair, hair extensions don't have a hydration source. Apply a nourishing hair mask once per week from the mid-lengths to the ends.
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Tame Frizz and Flyaways: Apply a serum weekly to your hair extensions' mid-lengths to ends.
Washing Your Semi-Permanent Extensions
Cleanse Carefully: Apply shampoo evenly throughout the hair; do not rub or massage vigorously when washing. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and gently squeeze out excess water.
Condition Ends: After using shampoo, apply conditioner evenly throughout wet hair, from mid-strands to ends. Avoid your scalp and any bond areas where extensions are applied. This technique ensures that you do not accidentally loosen the bonds or tape of your extensions, causing them to slip down or out of your hair. Leave on for 2 - 3 minutes before rinsing well with warm water.
Leave It In: Use a leave-in conditioner to seal in moisture.
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Dry Gently: Pat your hair gently to dry or wrap it in a microfiber hair towel — do not rub.
Mask Up: Once a week, apply a generous dollop of hair mask to clean wet hair from mid-strands to ends, avoiding the scalp, roots, and bond areas. Leave on for 10-15 minutes and rinse well with warm water. Pat dry and style as usual.
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Final Thoughts: Semi-Permanent Hair Extension Care
Caring for semi-permanent hair extensions requires consistency and a gentle touch, but the effort is worth it for long-lasting, beautiful results. Incorporating these care tips into your routine will help preserve the health and appearance of your extensions, ensuring they blend seamlessly with your natural hair. With the right care, your extensions will remain Glam.
