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Care Instructions for Raw and Virgin Hair Extensions
Congratulations on your latest purchase of raw or virgin human hair extensions! They are by far one of the most luxe extensions on the market, especially since they will cooperate the same as your natural hair would.
This also means that if not taken care of properly, you will most likely experience dissatisfaction. Our team at Elusive Hair compiled simple hair care instructions that could help ensure the longevity of your extensions.
Before Installation
Always wash your hair extensions with a moisturizing and sulfate-free shampoo and hydrating conditioner before the installation, while leaving the bundle tied in place. For best results, dry your hair thoroughly.
Raw Hair Care
Taking care of your raw hair extensions does require a lot of work, since it’s the most similar to your natural hair. As such, you must treat this as you would your own hair.
Deep conditioning once per week is necessary, but avoid applying heavy oils or layering thick styling products. If these are what you use on your own hair, swap out for a thinner, water-based leave-in conditioner.
Remember, when it comes to applying products, the more is not the merrier.
Daily Upkeep
Upon installation, comb your hair extensions every morning. Gently brush your hair from the ends towards your scalp. Starting from the ends keeps the pressure off the weft area, ensuring that you don’t cause unnecessary breakage or unwanted hair thinning.
Nighttime Routine
Use both a satin scarf and pillowcase when sleeping. These materials help your hair retain moisture, keeping it soft, silky, and laid. However, beware not to sleep with wet hair extensions.
The hair is more susceptible to matting and balling when you sleep on it while wet or with water or product. This makes it difficult to keep your hair the way you want it to be.
Pro Tip: Always Use Minimum Heat
If you wear your extensions straight, wrap them with a few bobby pins at night to avoid using heat daily. You can also use hairpins if you opt for voluminous curls. These will keep your hair in shape at night.
Only use heat if you must, and that goes for your leave-out too! You don’t want heat damage now.
Washing Your Raw Hair Extensions
Oils and dirt cause build-up, which is a nightmare for your hair extensions. Co-washing (using only conditioner) two to three times a week is perfectly fine, but remember that you still want to use a moisturizing, sulfate-free shampoo to remove debris.
Between installations or once per month, use an intensive hair masque or hot oil treatment to aid in the longevity of your raw hair extensions.
Virgin Hair Care
“Virgin” means that the hair extension is guaranteed to be unprocessed, free of artificial color or chemicals. It retains all cuticles in their original and healthy state.
This kind of hair requires less maintenance than raw hair and is not typically needing to be washed as frequently. However, you should always detangle your hair before wetting it using a wide-tooth comb or wig brush.
Hair Washing
We recommend a biweekly washing for your hair using high-quality shampoo, following a thick conditioner containing smoothing properties. This helps detangles your hair easily and minimizes unwanted frizz, especially with curly hair.
After washing your virgin or raw hair extensions, it’s important to dry your hair with a cotton or microfiber towel. You can also use a T-shirt. Using regular bath towels will cause excessive frizz and even breakage for your hair.
When washing, apply a dime-sized amount of smoothing oil or glossing polish if desired to weigh down hair strands and minimize frizz throughout the day. Allow your hair to air dry.
Pro Tip: Less Is Good
Using numerous products will leave your strands stringy and greasy, which cause build-up. Try to use only one gel or leave-in conditioner, and use it sparingly.
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