How To Care Your Virgin Remy Hair Extensions?
Virgin remy hair is one of the most popular type of hair extensions on the market, many people struggle to keep the hair in pristine condition. The first day your hair extensions are installed is great. The hair looks perfect and shiny, and there are no tangles. As the weave gets older and you constantly use styling products on it, it can become dry and frizzy. Because it is still human hair, your hair extensions need just as much care as the hair that grows from your scalp. Here are 4 tips for keeping your virgin remy hair extensions in tip-top shape!
Gently Detangle Your Peruvian Virgin Remy Hair
Regardless of the type of hair you buy, there’s bound to be some tangling with regular use, especially if the hair is used to create elaborate hairstyles. While your first instinct might be to reach for the nearest comb, don’t. First try using your fingers to gently comb out any tangles that may occur. Doing this regularly, such as when you first wake up in the morning, will help to prevent major tangling from occurring in the first place. Taking care to brush your hair (with a soft-bristle brush!) in one direction can also help to prevent tangles.
Prepare Your Hair Before You Sleep
You might be super tired from your late night out, but that’s no excuse to neglect your hair! First, gently detangle your hair by running your fingers through it. Then braid or put your hair into a neat bun in order to keep the hairs in place as you sleep. Finally, cover with a silk head scarf or sleep on a silk pillow to help prevent the hair from drying out as you sleep. It may add a few more minutes to your bedtime routine, but your hair will thank you for it!
Wash Your Virgin Remy Hair Regularly
This is probably the most important and most ignored tip for keeping virgin remy hair extensions in good shape. Allowing your hair extensions to go too long between washes not only effects the look, but also degrades the quality of the hair. Be sure to wash your virgin human hair every 3-5 days. Brush out any tangles with a soft bristle brush prior to washing in order to prevent further tangling. If you’re using a harsh shampoo or are unsure of the shampoo quality, you may want to pre-condition the hair before washing to prevent the hair from becoming too dry. Shampoo, then condition and moisturize as normal.
Dry Your Virgin Remy Hair Properly
Towels can be very harsh on virgin remy hair, so take extra care when drying. If time allows, the best way to dry your hair extensions is to simply allow them to air dry. If a towel must be used, gently pat dry or wrap hair in towel to absorb the moisture. Do not rub the towel into the hair, as this will encourage frizz and tangling. If a hair dryer must be used, dry until damp and then allow the hair to air dry.
