Aftercare Guide: Keratin Fusion Hair Extensions
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Brushing
Gently use a boar bristle or wet brush multiple times daily to remove any tangles or knots. Gather hair into a ponytail and securely hold close to the scalp. Begin from the ends and carefully work your way up toward the scalp. Be sure to brush between extension rows. Run your fingers through your hair to ensure bonds are separate from each other, sectioning out if needed.
Brush your hair before it gets wet to prevent tangling while washing. Due to the small size of the keratin bond, brush multiple times a day to prevent “spaghetti hair” effect. Aggressive or incorrect brushing can cause extensions to slide or come out especially when wet.
Washing
Do not shampoo for 24-48 hours after your keratin fusion hair extensions application to allow newly applied bonds to adhere completely. Avoid washing with hot water. Always wash your hair with your head back and not tilted forward or upside down. Section hair to make it easier.
When shampooing, use recommend sulfate-free, paraben-free shampoo or shampoo within the proper pH. Try not to wash every day. Focus on the scalp and getting between the extensions, massaging suds into hair using a “Z” formation. Rinse thoroughly.
When conditioning, apply conditioner from mid-shaft down to the ends of your hair and leave on for a few minutes. Every few washes use a deep conditioner. Rinse thoroughly. Be careful: adding conditioner at or near the base may cause the bonds to slide out
Prior to drying, add leave-in conditioner and styling products to wet hair below keratin bonds on your natural hair and extensions. It is important for natural hair and extensions to be replenished with the proper nutrients and hydration through these steps.
Drying
Do not put hair up while soaking wet. Towel or air dry your hair as much as possible before using a blow dryer. Brush gently as recommended. Lightly rough-dry hair to remove the majority of the moisture. Then starting at the ends and working your way up toward the scalp, round brush the hair. Be careful of high heat and excessive tension at base of extensions, which can cause bonds to melt and extensions to slip.
Styling Tools and Products
Thermal tools like curling irons and flat irons safe to use on hair extensions, but never exceed 400F on your tools. Heat protectants are recommended prior to styling, but make sure the product dries before styling; this is especially important when restyling after initial wash and style. Keep all hot tools away from keratin bonds to ensure extensions do not melt or fuse together.
Keratin fusion extensions have a 360 degree range of motion making them great for any hair style. Try to refrain from tight styles that put excessive strain on the hair. Things like scrunchies and two ponytails will relieve weight and make styling comfortable.
Use professional grade products recommended by Beaudee with Danielle to maintain the health of your natural hair and extensions. Avoid oil-based and alcohol-based products, such as hairsprays and dry shampoos, close to the bonds. These types of products can be compromising to the bond which will result in slippage. Avoid alcohol-based “volumizing” or “texture” products, which can be dehydrating to the hair extensions. Light treatment oils can be used mid to ends to protect you extensions.
Secure hair into a pony or low loose braid before sleeping. NEVER go to bed with wet hair.
Sleeping and Activities
Always loosely braid or tie hair back prior to activities to avoid tangling. Those who work out or use steam and sauna rooms regularly should ensure that bonds are dried and cooled down completely after each session. Keeping bonds in a damp environment can make them deteriorate.
Sea water, chlorine, and sunscreen can cause tape break down or discoloration and damage to the extensions. Prior to swimming, apply conditioner and clean water mixture from mid to ends prior to swimming to avoid absorption or harmful chemicals and minerals. Thoroughly rinse wash and conditioner after activities.
Coloring or Chemical Services
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO COLOR OR PERM YOUR HAIR EXTENSIONS AT HOME. Services such as root colors, toning, and demineralizing treatments should be done in salon. Extensions can be toned darker not lighter. Coloring of natural hair can be done in areas the extensions are not.
Shedding
Some hair and hair extension loss is normal and to be expected. Average hair loss is 50-150 hairs a day. As the extensions grow out with your natural hair you can expect to see some bonds release and slide out over time as well as strands of naturally shedded hair trapped between bond. This is normal and is not to be interpreted as hairs pulled from scalp if the extensions have been properly cared for.
Maintenance Appointments
Keratin fusion extensions do not require in salon adjustments, but in salon check ups are suggested every 6-8 weeks to assure proper at home care is being done and everything is growing out smoothly. Either stop by for a 15 minute check-up, or schedule a blow out or trim. Since the extensions are growing out with your natural hair, trims are suggested to maintain length.
Ready for new hair?
Keratin fusion extensions last 3-5 months before needing to be removed and cannot be reused. Going longer than recommended or neglecting daily maintenance can cause tangling and matting of the extensions, as well as damage to the natural hair.
Prior to removal of your current extensions so we can discuss your new hair for your next appointment. We can continue with the same desired look or change things up now that you have made it through your set of keratin fusions! A deposit is required before a new application appointment can be reserved, just like your first application. This appointment will be treated like re-adjustment old hair is removed and new hair is applied. Contact Beaudee to schedule a consultation today.
