Hair Care Guide

How to Care for Your Hair Extensions & Wigs

Proper care will keep your hair extensions and wigs looking beautiful and lasting longer. Follow these expert tips to maintain your investment.

Washing Your Hair Extensions

  • Frequency: Wash your extensions every 10-15 wears, or when product buildup occurs
  • Use sulfate-free shampoo: Gentle formulas preserve the hair's natural oils and prevent drying
  • Wash in downward motions: Never scrub or bunch the hair together
  • Condition from mid-length to ends: Avoid applying conditioner to the roots or wefts
  • Rinse with cool water: This helps seal the cuticle and add shine

Caring for Your Lace Wigs

  • Detangle before washing: Use a wide-tooth comb or your fingers, starting from the ends
  • Wash gently: Fill a basin with lukewarm water and sulfate-free shampoo, then soak and gently swish
  • Handle lace carefully: The lace is delicate—avoid rubbing or twisting
  • Air dry on a wig stand: This maintains the wig's shape and allows proper airflow
  • Store properly: Keep on a wig stand or in a silk/satin bag when not in use

Styling Tips

  • Use heat protectant: Always apply before using hot tools (keep under 350°F/180°C)
  • Avoid excessive heat: Too much heat can damage the hair cuticle
  • Detangle daily: Use a loop brush or wide-tooth comb to prevent matting
  • Sleep protection: Wrap hair in a silk/satin scarf or use a silk pillowcase

Maintaining Your Bundles

  • Deep condition regularly: Once a week for sewn-in bundles
  • Minimize product use: Too much product causes buildup and tangling
  • Protect at night: Braid or wrap hair before bed
  • Avoid chlorine and salt water: Or wear a protective cap when swimming

Products to Avoid

  • Sulfate-based shampoos (strips natural oils)
  • Alcohol-based products (causes dryness)
  • Heavy oils on lace (can damage the lace material)

When to Replace Your Hair

With proper care, quality hair extensions can last 6-12 months, and wigs can last 1-2 years. Replace when you notice:

  • Excessive tangling or matting
  • Significant shedding
  • Dryness that doesn't improve with conditioning
  • Loss of curl pattern or texture

Need More Help?

Have questions about caring for your specific hair type? Contact us and our hair care experts will be happy to help!