Extension At-home Care
Brushing & Drying
Towel or air dry your hair as much as possible before using a blow dryer. Wrapping your hair in a towel on top of your head can cause the extensions to come loose, and adjustments in between maintenance will result in a fee.
The use of leave in conditioners, heat protectants, as well as treatment oils from mid-shaft to ends is recommended to protect your extensions.
Using a blow dryer, dry the hair roughly 50-75%. Starting at the ends and working your way toward the scalp, use a flat or round brush to detangle and smooth the hair. Be sure to dry the point of attachment thoroughly.
We encourage and commend you going to the gym; however, excessive sweating can cause your extensions to slip. After your workout, add in 10 minutes to blow dry your point of attachment (hopefully it wasn't arm day)!
Shampoo & Condition
Please wait 24-48 hours from your first appointment before working out or getting your hair wet.
Brush extensions thoroughly to remove any tangles before you wet the hair. Now that your hair is thicker, you may decide to divide the hair into sections to wash. Use a sulfate-free, paraben-free shampoo. Oil based, hydrating shampoos can cause extensions to slide down or completely out of your hair.
It is important to maintain a clean and healthy scalp as excess natural oils, sweat, or product buildup can cause your point of attachment to slip. If going more than 3 days in between shampoos, we recommend using a clarifying shampoo to keep the scalp clean and your extensions intact.
Apply conditioner from mid-shaft to the ends of your hair and leave on for 2-3 minutes. Adding conditioners or masks at or near the point of attachment may lead to extensions sliding out. Rinse completely.
We recommend the use of a shower filter to protect your hair from harsh chemicals & minerals found in our local water. This can cause dryness, damage and discoloration to your extensions (and natural hair). Slay Bae is not responsible for damage caused by hard water.
Swimming & Sleeping
Before swimming, wet your hair with fresh tap water and apply a small amount of leave-in conditioner to the ends. Tie hair in a loose ponytail or braid.
Once you are finished swimming, rinse the extensions with fresh water and spray with leave-in conditioner. Avoid the use of chemical-based sunscreens as this can discolor the hair extensions. Please use mineral-based sunscreens only!
Brush hair gently and loosely braid it or put in a low pony before sleeping.
Do not go to bed with wet hair as it can cause tangling or matting close to the scalp, resulting in a de-matting fee.
Silk pillowcases are wonderful for extension longevity.
Please note that headbands, sunglasses and many other accessories pushed against the extension point of attachment can cause the extension to come loose. Any adjustments in between appointments will result in a fee.
Styling Tools & Products
Hair extensions are safe to use with thermal tools like curling irons, wands, flat irons, etc. Refrain from using excessive heat near the point of attachment. Temperature settings depend on your natural hair. You may use between 270°F - 400°F on your extensions as long as proper heat protectants are applied before styling. Please make sure to apply heat protectant in between rows to cover all the extensions. Heat damage can cause discoloration to extensions.
Slay Bae will require a color or treatment service to adjust this discoloration. In serious cases, replacement of extensions may be required.
Any oil-based products, lightweight oils, hydrating products, and hair masks (including salon grade) are great for your extensions as long as they are not applied on or near the point of attachment. Avoid any hairsprays, sticky products, or dry shampoos at the point of attachment.
Do not attempt to alter the color of your extensions from home. Please consult with your certified stylists before applying any color based products including: purple shampoos or direct dyes. *If you feel the need to tone your hair, please reach out for a gloss toner+blowout appointment.
Please consult your stylist about what tools and products are safe for your extensions as some brands and types of tools and products are not recommended. Slay Bae cannot guarantee your extensions unless products are purchased through the salon. Each new guest will be sent home with a complimentary retail gift to take the best care of your investment from home!
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2104 Crestmoor Rd, Suite 103 Nashville, TN 37215
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