Pre-Installation
Always wash your hair extensions prior to installation while leaving the zip-ties intact. This will allow you the opportunity to evaluate the bundles.InstallationWe advise against piercing the wefts as this can cause excessive shedding. Additionally, Only cut your wefts when absolutely necessary the fold method is suggested for most of the install. Weekly Maintenance Conditioner only wash (CoWash) is recommended 2-3 times per week. This is to ensure your hair is retaining moisture and periodically cleansing any build-up that could cause matting or tangling. Should your extensions need deep conditioning, we recommend using a thick deep conditioner containing smoothing properties to minimize unwanted frizz.
For the ultimate CoWash experience, complete the following:
1. Part your hair in 7-10 sections before shower/hair bath.
2. Detangle each section as much as possible using wide-tooth comb or our favorite wavy hair brush, working from roots to tips.
3. Saturate hair completely with water.1. Start from bottom of install, part your hair using your fingers and gather 1 inch section, tie up the rest of install on top of head.
2. Lather 1 inch section generously with conditioner and brush hair with Tangle Teezer brush from ends working your way up to roots. Complete 2 “brush outs” on section starting with a Tangle Teezer brush by the ends of the hair all the way through the top of the wefts. This will let you know that your hair is properly detangled.
3. Repeat throughout entire install.
4. By this time, your hair should be completely detangled and have much “slip” as it is saturated with conditioner. Twist hair into top bun or braid. Let conditioner sit for 15-20 minutes. Do not massage hair to avoid frizz.
5. Rinse thoroughly. For extra waves scrunch to enhance wave pattern or set in rollers. Dry with cotton hair towel, microfiber towel, or t-shirt as regular bath towels will cause excessive frizz.
6. Apply dime sized amount of smoothing oil or glossing polish if desired to weigh down hair strands and minimize frizz throughout day. Allow to air dry.
7. Between installs or once per month use an intensive hair masque or hot oil treatment to aid in the longevity of your extensions.
Daily Care
1. Brush or comb through to style.
2. Apply an alcohol-free glossing polish or hair serum for shine and frizz control as needed. Excessive product may lead to stiff hair which may cause matting and tangling. When product has build-up, it is time for a CoWash!
3.Always use heat protectant when heat styling to avoid damage. Keep in mind, excessive heat styling can alter the original wave pattern and integrity of the hair (similar to your natural hair).
Bed-time Care
Before bed, put hair into a high ponytail or roll into a bun to enhance wave pattern. Apply satin scarf or bonnet to reduce frizz and fly-aways. For bouncy waves, style with flexi-rods. After waking up, remove overnight protection and comb through using Our Favorite Tangle Teezer Brush beginning at the ends and working your way up. Style as needed.
Recommended Hair Care Products
We recommend hydrating shampoos & conditioners with smoothing properties to maintain the moisture and reduce frizz. Below are a few of our favorite products. Eleven Hydrat My Hair Moisture Shampoo Eleven Hydrat My Hair Moisture Conditioner Eleven Smooth & Shine SerumTangle Teezer Brush
