Sweat, sun, water, and chlorine signify the beginning of a good summer. Every girl’s dream is to be able to enjoy the summer without damaging that expensive extension.That calls for extra measures to lock in moisture and keep your hair extension looking glamorous. The dry weather will cause untold damage if you don’t take care of the hair extensions. If wearing tape in extensions or any bonded hair extension then you need to take extra care as the bonds and the tapes are fragile when wet and in hot weather. Just like your natural hair requires extra attention during summer so does your extensions

How to Take Care of Your Extension like a Pro During Summer

• Deep Condition your Hair Extension Often

Heat and the dry will dry up your extensions. The regular deep condition will give your extension more life and glamour. If the hair extension can be removed, then do and soak it overnight in a conditioner. That will hydrate the extension helping maintain the shiny and glamorous look. Also, ensure that the extensions are protected from the UV lights to keep them looking good. Remove clip in extensions if you want to wash them to avoid the extension tangling with your hair and damaging both the extension and your hair. Always remove the clip in extension before swimming, showering or sleeping.

• Don’t Soak in Water for too long

The bonds and tapes in the extension are fragile and need proper care. Summer is the perfect time to swim. Wear a swimming cap to avoid exposing your hair extension to the chlorine and salt water as they will cause the extension to matt and dry out. After the swim always condition the extension.

•  Avoid Salt Sprays

Its summer and you want to have those in thing beachy curls. Salt sprays will give you the curls but will leave your extension dry and frizzy as they contain alcohol and salt. Once the extension is kinky and matted, it loses its natural look, and it’s hard to bind with natural hair. Instead of using salt sprays use a curl enhancing leave-in conditioners as they will nourish the extension and you still get your wavy beach curls. If you have to use the spray consult your hair stylist on how to use salt sprays without damaging your hair. It’s better that you only use the salt spray in the hair salon as the stylist is able to mix it with other ingredients to make a cocktail that’s healthy for your extension

• Avoid Excessive heat on the bonds

Summer already comes with a lot of heat; it’s, therefore, vital that you don’t expose your extension to too much heat during this period. Air dry the extension as this will keep the bonds stronger.

• Use a detangler

If your extension tangles, apply a detangling spray first and then brush it out.Always comb from the root upward and not the other way. Ensure you use the correct brush for your extension.

• Avoid ponytails

Ponytails will strain the hair extension bonds and eventually cause it loosen. A low bun will work perfectly.

• Know how to take care of  your extension

It’s critical that you follow the proper regimen for the kind of extension you are wearing. Different extensions require different care and maintenance and you need to understand the kind of extension you are wearing. It’s essential that as you transition into summer, you have the right products to take care of your extension.Visit your hair extensions salon and seek advice on how best to take care of your extension. Your hairstylist is your best bet for a nourishing regimen for your hair extension.