Wash weaves

Many women wear weaves but do not know how to care for them properly. You are expected to wash weaves after every install

Weave washing is important because the sweat, oils and dirt accumulated will cause tangles, bad smell and tangling. To wash your weaves and wigs properly, follow these steps and keep your weave smelling great all the time.

Step 1: Detangle the weave

Immediately you take down your weave, detangle it with your fingers or a wide toothcomb. Remove sewing thread from the weft with your fingers. Do not use scissors in order not to cut the weft.

Step 2: Clean weft with spirit

Depending on the dirt or if you have dandruff and it has extended to the weft of the weave, I advice you use spirit and cotton wool to clean the edges.

Step 3: Wash with shampoo and lukewarm water:

The next step is to wash the hair with shampoo and lukewarm water. Ensure you use shampoo specifically for hair extensions. even if its coloured

Step 4: Condition

This step is very important. You need to condition to restore the hair back to its original texture. Use one to rinse out first and a leave-in conditioner later or just the later.

Step 5: Air dry

It is always better to air-dry your weaves. This means leaving them to dry naturally without a blow dryer or excessive heat.

Step 6: Storage

Ensure you store your hair in a cool dry place until your next install.