Do not shampoo your hair for 48 hours after fusion extensions have been installed. This gives enough time for the bonds to settle and harden.
Do not use a volumizing line or any products that contains sulfate, sulfonate, C11-15 or parabens. It is also preferable for alcohol to not be high on the list of ingredients and that it is not silicone based. These ingredients break down the bond and/or dry out the extensions which will cause irreversible damage resulting in matting/tangling.
Prior to bed, pull your hair back in a bun or braid to prevent tangling while sleeping.
Brush your hair (including roots) twice a day using a detangling brush such as a Tangle Teezer or Wet brush. Brush gently while holding your hair. Do not use a loop brush as this will cause breakage to the lengths of the extensions. Over time, this will create matting/tangling.
Do not apply conditioner to the scalp but rather to the ends from the shoulders down. Too much conditioner or very oily hair can weaken the keratin bonds and your extensions will slip/fall out. Conditioner is also heavy and weighs your natural hair down making it hard to obtain volume.
Every 2-3 weeks, perform a deep conditioning treatment on your extensions, again from the shoulders down. Leave it on the hair for approximately 20 to 30 minutes (or overnight for excessively dry extensions) and rinse. This extra TLC will give your hair a moisturizing boost.
For overnight treatment: put your hair in a low pony, apply the conditioner to the lengths then braid your hair. This will prevent the conditioner from reaching the bonds.
When swimming (in chlorinated and saltwater), it is recommended to tie hair up and keep it out of the water. If this is unavoidable, be sure to wash and condition your hair immediately after.
Do not over wash your extensions however the bonds will need to be thoroughly cleaned. Apply shampoo directly to the scalp and massage in between each bond and gently smooth the shampoo down the entire length of the extension (do not rub the lengths). Wash your hair 1-2 times per week at most (unless your hair tends to be oily in which case, shampoo more often) and if needed, a dry shampoo can be used on the top of your head (on the natural hair) in between washings. Make sure bonds and extensions are completely dry before going to bed or putting hair up for an extended amount of time. If the bonds remain wet for an extended period of time, there is a greater risk of the bonds falling/slipping out as well as developing a fungus on the bonds. Never brush wet extensions as this can increase bonds slipping.
Rinsing your hair with cool water after washing will seal the cuticle and make your hair shiny.
When using heat to style your hair, be sure to stay away from the bonds. Always use a heat protectant spray as well to minimize damage even if only using a hair dryer.
Some clients experience itching of the scalp and/or headaches in the first 2 weeks, this is perfectly normal. It’s your body adjusting to the extra weight. If you develop severe itching or sores, please contact Asha as you may be experiencing a reaction and the extensions will need to be removed immediately.
Extensions maybe uncomfortable and painful for the first few days. Allow up to 2 weeks to become comfortable with your extensions.
Each night, run your fingers through your bonds to ensure they are not matting with other bonds. If this happens, gently pull apart the bonds. If this is not possible, contact Asha to book a maintenance appointment as soon as possible.
It is completely normal to lose a few bonds in the first few weeks; however, if you are losing more than 5 strands, please contact Asha to narrow down the cause.
IN STUDIO MAINTENANCE
To avoid matting at the root and damage to your natural hair, ensure scheduled re-installation appointments are required every 6-8 weeks for beaded, tape-in and sewn-in weft methods. For keratin-tip, no longer than 5 months.
Rituals of Hair is not responsible for any colour change and/or damage to the hair extensions if Blue/Purple/Silver or toning shampoo is used.
Extensions MUST be removed professionally and carefully (recommended to be removed at Rituals of Hair). If they are not maintained and/or removed during the suggested time period, it is solely your responsibility for the outcome of your natural hair.
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