Hair extension information?

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Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

Hey y'all, so I'm getting hair extensions for the first time! This is happening in a couple of weeks, and I'm sure I'll get a chance to ask my hairstylist all about taking care of them but I wanted to hear it from you guys also. So, my questions...

-are there any specific care tips that I should know about?

-do I have to worry about the color in my extensions fading?

-what's it like having extensions? not care-wise...what should I be aware of?

Thanks =)

Dec 15, 2014

Brittany C.

Are you getting virgin hair extensions?

Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

I find that doubtful since they're going to be blue and purple =)

Dec 15, 2014

Brittany R.

When I had mine I was told not to wash them often but other than that they were fine to do anything with. I thought they felt really heavy but I loved them just never sleep in them haha I did once and they were hard to get out and I also had a horrible headache

Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

I was unaware that I would be able to take my extensions out, Brittany. Is that normal?

Dec 15, 2014

Shantal B.

I was interested in purchasing hair extensions what are some good places and kind to get.

Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

I have no idea, Shantal, but please in the future make your own thread to ask your question =)

Dec 15, 2014

Lara C.

It all depends on the type of extensions. I wore extensions for years. I had clip ins and sewins. The clip ins I would wash every two week and I would maintain them with leavein conditionner. The sewins I had to wash like one a week since you can't take them off. At first they feel heavy and uncomfortable but I loved them and got used to them. What kind are you getting?

Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

I believe they're bonded extensions, Lara.

Dec 15, 2014

Jenna L.

I am a hair extensions fanatic :). My first question would be which type of extensions are you getting? There's all different installation methods that require different care. I've had beaded (the worst) , clip ins (convenient) and tape ins (more permeant any my favourite)! So if you give some info on if it's real human hair and which type you're getting I can give you some tips!

Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

It's definitely real hair and I'm getting bonded extensions :)

Dec 15, 2014

Brittany C.

I would try to stay away from heat as much as possible. Cowash them with conditioner and not shampoo at least once a week. Try not to use a lot of products on the hair either.

Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

Fortunately, I don't really style my hair, and I don't use products on it either =) Thank you Brittany.

Dec 15, 2014

Brittany C.

That's good! They should last a lot longer then.

Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

Good to know, thanks :)

Dec 15, 2014

Symone B.

-avoid hair styling products on them. It extends the longevity of them.
-Rarely shampoo them. Primarily condition.
-keep it hydrated and moisturized. Argan oil should do the trick. It needs nourishment since it's dead cells )like our hair) but with no source of nourishment.
-tie your hair up a night with a head scarf or bonnet (found at sallyys or the dollar store)


-you're not really supposed to wash them as often as you wash you hair. But if you wash them often, then yes it fades the same rate as your hair.

-it's pretty normal "00 you just have to keep your extensions from showing

Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

Thanks y'all, super super helpful and I'll keep this all in mind =)

Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

Will do, it'll be about two weeks =)

Dec 15, 2014

Brittany R.

Oh dang I didn't think of that haha sorry! I got clips so my came out but I definitely want to try another kind so let me know if you like yours!!

Dec 15, 2014

Hannah K.

Will do, Brittany =)

Dec 17, 2014

Hannah K.

I don't swim Emily, but thanks =)