How to Look After & Care for Hair Extensions

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How to Look After & Care for Hair Extensions

By Heather Collier
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To guarantee a long and happy life with your hair extensions, correct care is absolutely crucial. We have created this Ultimate Care Guide to help you get the most out of your precious hair extensions and avoid any mishaps along the way. We’ve covered all areas from washing to dyeing and everything in between, meaning both experienced users and first-time buyers can learn how to look after hair extensions, how to care for extensions and how to keep them looking gorgeous.

Below you'll find a treasure trove of in-depth blogs, product recommendations, video tutorials, and a handy glossary simplifying all the technical terms related to how to look after extensions. This expert guide covers both temporary and permanent hair extensions, ensuring you know exactly how to care for hair extensions and maintain their stunning appearance.

For those looking for more inspiration on styling their extensions, check out our article on top 20 hair extension hairstyles.

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Washing and Drying Hair Extensions

Washing and drying your hair extensions correctly is a vital stage of aftercare that must not be overlooked. Using the wrong products, over washing and washing incorrectly are just a few of the common mistakes people make with their hair extensions that can all lead to damage and unruly tresses. Our sulphate free Deep Moisture Shampoo, Conditioner and Deep Conditioning Hair Mask are all designed to not only thoroughly cleanse your hair, but also revive, restore and rehydrate it.

The following timesaving tips will transform this procedure into a smooth and stress-free process that your own hair and extensions will thank you for!

In our blog How to wash all types of human hair extensions, we cover everything you need to know on how to wash Clip-ins, Nano rings, Tape ins, I-Tips, Weaves and Ponytails.

If you are using wavy or curly hair extensions the washing process needs to be altered slightly as the hair dries and behaves differently. In our blog Curly & Wavy Hair Extensions: Dos & Don'ts we’ve dedicated an entire section to washing and drying that also explains how to use products to fight frizz and enhance the natural wave without needing to use any harmful heat!

Tackling Colour Fade in Hair Extensions

Over washing your hair extensions and even your own hair can cause a multitude of sins, it leaves the hair feeling dry and dehydrated as it strips natural oils from the hair that it needs to stay strong and healthy. It also fades colour off the hair, especially if the dye is red or vibrant. Our guide Hair Colour Fading Fast? Here is How You Can Stop It details exactly how to avoid washing the dye out of the hair to keep your colour looking rich and fresh for as long as possible. Follow more top tips in How to Get Rid of Greasy Hair Last Minute With 5 Hair Hacks which will help to keep hair washing to a minimum.

Restoring Dry Hair Extensions

Looking for flawless, salon-worthy hair without breaking the bank? At Cliphair, we’ve got you covered with luxurious clip in hair extensions for quick transformations and permanent hair extensions for long-lasting glam. Extensions require special care and maintenance to preserve their quality, which is why we have all the  top-notch hydrating haircare products needed to keep your style on point.

Need the perfect shade? Browse our full range of human hair extensions in over 70 rich, silky shades or check out our FREE Express Colour Match Service to ensure a seamless blend every time. 

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