How to care for your hair extensions

Human Hair

It responds just like natural hair; the better you treat it, the better it performs and the longer it lasts — retaining quality, volume, and that gorgeous texture: 

  • Co wash or use a sulfate-free shampoo to cleanse the hair prior to installation.
  • Deep condition the hair as often as you wash the hair. 
  • Wash the hair with sulfate-free products approximately every 2 weeks.
  • Avoid heavy oils, creams or butters, which can cause buildup and weigh the hair down; opt for lightweight products instead.
  • To avoid tangling, brush the hair daily starting from the ends and working your way up.
  • Don’t detangle the hair when it is dry. 
  • Finger detangling is preferable, however, you can use your tool of choice starting from the ends and working your way up.
  • Air dry the hair or gently pat with a microfibre towel/t-shirt. 
  • Keep heat at a minimum and always use a heat protectant prior to using heat.
  • Avoid straightening our "Deep Kinky" and "Kinky Curly" textures.
  • Do not cut the wefts.
  • Have the hair coloured by a professional.
  • For long lasting curls: try twist-outs, braid-outs, or flexi-rods overnight.
  • Remove all hairpieces that are not sewn or glued (such as clip-ins before) sleeping.
  • Section the hair before sleeping. 
  • Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase and scarf in order to retain moisture. 
  • Don’t sleep with wet hair.

Synthetic Hair

Synthetic hair is superb for short-term looks and protective styles but once it loses its curl, sheen, or starts matting beyond repair, it’s time to replace it. Trust us — your next look is worth it! Synthetic hair doesn’t need oils, but it does benefit from hydration and definition:

  • Wash the hair with fabric softener/conditioner or sulfate-free shampoo and cool water to cleanse the hair prior to installation.
  • Avoid using hot water.
  • Because synthetic hair doesn’t absorb oils, you don’t need to wash it as frequently as human hair.
  • Air dry the hair or gently pat with a microfibre towel/t-shirt. 
  • Create a light spritz by mixing water and a small amount of fabric conditioner/softener and apply before detangling.
  • To avoid tangling, brush the hair daily starting from the ends and working your way up.
  • Stay below the maximum heat limit. 
  • Avoid heavy oils, creams or butters, which can cause buildup and weigh the hair down; opt for lightweight products instead.
  • Remove all hairpieces that are not sewn or glued (such as clip-ins before) sleeping.
  • Section the hair before sleeping. 
  • Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase and scarf in order to reduce friction. 
  • Know when to let go!

All Praise be to Jesus Christ!

God bless you.

The COSH Team.

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