THE FIRST 48 HOURS
Let them settle in
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Don't wash your hair for 48 hours after tape-ins or invisible tapes, so the bonds can set.
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Avoid swimming, saunas and heavy workouts for the first couple of days.
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Skip oils and heavy products near the roots.
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Your extensions may feel a little tight at first. That's normal and settles within a few days.
EVERYDAY CARE
Simple habits,
beautiful hair.
Washing
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Wash 2 to 3 times a week with a sulphate-free shampoo. - Massage your scalp gently. Don't scrub in circles at the roots.
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Conditioner on mid-lengths and ends only, away from tapes and bonds.
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Rinse with cool water to keep the hair smooth and shiny.
Brushing
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Use a soft-bristle or loop extension brush.
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Hold your hair at the root and brush from the ends up.
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Brush gently 2 to 3 times a day to stop tangles forming.
Heat Styling
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Always use a heat protectant first.
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Keep tools about 2cm away from tapes and bonds.
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Keep the temperature under 180°C.
Drying
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Pat dry with a soft towel. Never rub or twist.
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Dry your roots and attachments first so they don't stay damp.
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Never go to bed with wet or damp hair.
Sleeping
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Tie your hair in a loose low plait or ponytail before bed.
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A silk or satin pillowcase reduces friction and frizz.
Sun and Swimming
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Wet your hair with fresh water and add leave-in conditioner before you swim.
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Wear it in a plait, then rinse and condition straight after.
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Cover your hair in strong sun, as UV can fade the colour.
AVOID
What to keep away from your extensions
These are the most common reasons extensions slip, tangle or dry out early.
Keep away from
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Oils, silicones or heavy serums near tapes and bonds
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Products containing alcohol
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Dry shampoo at the roots or attachments
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Chlorine and salt water without protection
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Lightening or bleaching your extensions
MAINTENANCE
HOW OFTEN TO SEE YOUR STYLIST
Regular maintenance keeps your extensions comfortable and invisible and protects your own hair. With good care, Hello Samy hair can be reused for 6-8 months
Butterfly wefts Every [6 to 8] weeks.
Wefts are moved back up close to the scalp.
Tape-ins Every [6 to 8] weeks.
Tapes are removed, re-taped and reapplied.
Invisible tape-ins Every [6 to 8] weeks.
Removed, re-taped and reapplied.
Nanos Every [8 to 12] weeks.
Bonds are moved up as your hair grows.