Extensions care
How do I care for my extensions properly?
There are a lot of things that can go wrong when caring for hair extensions. Familiar care routines that you use with your own hair can even be damaging to hair extensions and hair thickenings. For your high-quality Rubin Hair extensions Proper care of extensions is particularly important because human hair is a sensitive raw material.
Only with specially designed care products can you properly care for your extensions and ensure permanently beautiful and vital hair extensions. This is precisely why our experts have developed the Rubin Extensions Care series All products in our series have a perfectly tailored Hair Extensions adjusted pH value.
The best care for extensions includes not only the right care products but also a "how-to." We've put together a guide for you to ensure you don't make any mistakes when caring for your extensions.
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Extensions Hair Care Guide
To prepare your hair extensions for care, gently untangle and detangle the hair by hand and then brush it through.
Especially if you Tape-in extensions or Bondings If you want to apply extensions, it's best to wash your hair before and afterward only in the shower. The flowing water will have a combing effect. Make sure the water jet isn't too strong. A medium level is ideal for optimal extension care.
Apply some shampoo to your fingers and comb it through your hair using downward movements. Circular movements can dry the hair and Extensions knot again.
After washing, gently pat your hair dry, avoiding rubbing or scrubbing. With our Ruby Conditioner, you can condition your hair extensions after washing and make them wonderfully manageable.
What is the best way to care for extensions so they stay beautiful for a long time?
Your extensions require special protection from hair damage. Therefore, please note the following: When caring for your hair extensions, avoid products containing alcohol or perfume. The same applies to volumizing, smoothing, and dandruff shampoos. For perms, reach for your human hair-Extensions only with gentle perm products.
Tips for coloring extensions
You can color and style your extensions. However, please note that the hair has already been lightened, so it should not be bleached further.
The best way to color your new hair is with a hair tint. This way, you can achieve the desired shade gently and effectively. Tinting is significantly gentler than dyeing, as tinting contains no ammonia and only natural ingredients. This minimizes the risk of damaging your hair. The color particles in these products do not penetrate the hair, but rather coat it like a coat. Tints have a positive electrical charge that is attracted to the negatively charged hair. This effect is even more intense in wet hair. Therefore, you should tint your hair after washing it. Remember that the color will be more intense if your hair is initially light. With tints, you should only darken your hair by two to three shades. We do not recommend bleaching.
The hair of the Rubin Premium Line still has its natural cuticles. You can dye it like your own hair and thus perfectly adjust the hair color. Pay attention to the additional information of the products you want to use. To ensure you get the desired result, you should first treat a small strand. This way you can determine how much processing time you need for a perfect result. After that, you can dye the rest of the extensions. Keep in mind, however, that every treatment puts strain on the hair structure. It is best to keep such treatments to a minimum to enjoy your hair for a long time. human hair-Extensions.
Hair care tips
Lengthened and thickened hair requires special and meticulous care. Since the extensions are no longer nourished from the hair roots, proper and regular care has a significant impact on their appearance and vitality. We've therefore compiled some tips for daily hair care and proper hair washing.
Daily extension care
The hair should be treated once or twice with a Extension brush Comb through. It's best to start at the bottom and work your way up. Important: Hold the hair with your free hand slightly above the brushed sections to minimize stress on the roots and the hair ties.
Hair Extensions Moisturizing Care
For the ends of your hair, you should definitely use a hair-end conditioner. An anti-frizz product is also essential. It works to prevent breakage and should be part of your daily care routine.
Washing hair extensions
In general, you should never wash your hair upside down. From 50 cm hair length, we recommend washing it once or twice a week. Gently rinse your hair with a special Extension brush Comb thoroughly and loosen any tangles before washing (they will only get bigger with washing). Thoroughly cleanse your scalp with a mild shampoo. Do not rub your hair, as this will cause it to tangle. Rinse the shampoo thoroughly. Use conditioner, fabric softener, or conditioner only on the ends. Keep the washing process as short as possible, as too much water will dry out the extensions.
How do I blow dry hair extensions correctly?
After washing, blow-dry the bonding areas first. Then, using a cool to lukewarm hairdryer, blow-dry the scalp and ends. While blow-drying, use your hands to loosen any tangles. Brush your hair more easily when it's slightly dry than when it's wet. Always set your hairdryer to the lowest setting to minimize damaging heat treatments.
How do I store hair extensions properly?
To enjoy your extensions for as long as possible, never store them while they are still wet or damp. Store them in a dark, dry place, not in direct sunlight. Our Extensions bag is ideal for this purpose. It offers reliable protection for your hair extensions and can also be easily taken along when traveling.
Attention! Avoid these common mistakes to maintain the high quality of your extensions
Contact with chlorine and salt water must be avoided, as they damage your hair. If you're going to the pool or the beach, it's best to put your hair in a bun. The same applies if you're taking a bath at home – beware of bath oils! A shower cap is also a worthwhile investment.
There are some ingredients in hair care products that can be harmful to extensions. Depending on the type of extension, these substances can cause more or less damage: products containing sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and chemical products such as perm toner, oxidizing agents, and bleaching powder. Oils and silicones, as well as alcohol, should also be avoided.
Finally, here are some general tips that all extension wearers should know:
- Do not wash your hair with water that is too hot.
- Apply only alcohol-free shampoo diluted with water to the joints.
- The Extensions care products Apply only to lengths and ends, not to the joint.
- Never rub long hair, only knead it, otherwise the hair will become tangled.
- Lay your hair to the side and apply a mask from the neck down, i.e. only to the lengths, after each wash.
- Wrap a terry towel around your hair and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Apply hair tip fluids and strengthening treatments and comb thoroughly with an extension brush.
- As already described, after washing, first blow-dry the connection areas. Then, using a cool to lukewarm hairdryer, blow-dry the scalp and ends.
You're probably thinking that there are a lot of rules to follow as a hair extension wearer. But don't worry, they'll soon become second nature. After just a few washes, you'll be an absolute hair extension pro and know exactly what's important when caring for your long mane.