How To Take Care Of Your Hand Tied Weft Extensions For Maximum Durability

 Introduction

Because the wefts used for a hair extension in hand ties are thinner and lighter in weight than other hair extensions, a hand tied weft extension will place less strain on your natural hair. Properly installed, hand-tied extensions should put very little pressure on the scalp or roots of your hair, allowing your natural hair to continue growing the way it naturally does, with fewer breaks. There are many ways to install your hand-tied extensions, but you must thoroughly research installation methods first since only some focus on hair and scalp health.    

In addition to different hair options, many different techniques are used in installing extensions. Other options include Micro links, a hair extension style that is attached to the hair by taking tiny strands of it and connecting the wings using small silicone beads, which Porch says is excellent for both length and volume. Because you will want to use your hair to cover up the stitching near the roots, micro link extensions are not ideal for high-up-the-head installation.    Getting your conditioner close to the beads on tangled extensions will result in the buildup that weighs your hair down further. As natural oils move up your hair shaft between washes, hand-tied hair extensions will not remain moist on the roots if you use sulfate-based shampoos. Our scalps produce just enough natural oils for our natural hair, so you will need to top it up with a hair serum to keep the moisture flowing for your extensions.  

Conclusion

The weaker the hair is on the scalp, the less likely your extensions will retain their integrity and durability. If you decide to go lighter, you may need to change your extensions since you might not be able to get them to match your natural new hair color. Once you have stocked up on good products, you can freely wash your hair without worrying about how the shampoo and conditioner might react to your extensions.   For beads extensions, washing your hair two to three times per week is ideal, as you try to avoid putting too much stress on your beads. You can use a round brush or a boar-haired brush with very gentle tension to smooth out the hair and the extensions for the final minutes of the dry. When drying extensions with your blow dryer, aim the nozzle at the hair's grain (root-to-end) rather than at them.    Use a detangling brush to untangle and straighten the hair while the extensions are still wet, starting at the base. With a hand-tied style, there is no worry of securing the ties, and no worry of showing the strands if you are swept up, braids, etc