Aftercare

Aftercare for a texture release involves avoiding moisture and humidity for at least 3 days post-treatment, and using sulfate-free products and heat protectants when styling. It's also crucial to keep hair moisturized daily. 1. Initial Avoidance of Moisture: Avoid getting hair wet: For the first 3 days after the texture release, it's essential to keep your hair dry and avoid any moisture, including humidity. This allows the treatment to set properly. No excessive humidity: If you plan to be in a humid environment, protect your hair with a bonnet or scarf. 2. Maintaining the Release: Sulfate-free products: Use sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to maintain the longevity of the texture release. Daily moisturizing: Keep your hair moisturized daily with products like Argan Oil and Leave-in Conditioner. Heat protectant: Always use heat protectant before blow-drying or styling with straighteners or curlers. 3. Styling and Maintenance: Avoid tight hair bobbles: Don't use tight hair bobbles that could leave dents in the hair. Consider heat: Use heat sparingly and always with a heat protectant. Deep conditioning: Deep condition your hair regularly to maintain moisture and prevent dryness. 4. Important Considerations: Avoid color for a week: If you're considering coloring your hair, wait at least a week before and after the texture release, as it can react with the formula.

After Care Steps Brushing Use a soft boar bristle or wet brush to gently remove tangles. Start at the ends and slowly work your way up while holding your hair in a ponytail near the roots. Brush between the extension rows, separating sections if needed. Always brush before washing to prevent tangles. Be extra gentle when your hair is wet, as rough brushing can make extensions loosen or fall out. Brushing carefully and regularly will keep your extensions secure and looking their best. Washing Wash your hair gently without scrubbing too hard. Always tilt your head back while washing—never forward or upside down. Since your hair is thicker with extensions, washing in sections can make it easier. Use a sulfate-free, paraben-free shampoo made for extensions. Try not to wash your hair every day. Focus on cleaning your scalp and the areas between the extensions, using a gentle “Z” motion to massage the shampoo. Rinse well to remove all soap. When using conditioner, apply it from the middle of your hair down to the ends and leave it on for a few minutes. Every few washes, use a deep conditioner for extra moisture. Avoid putting conditioner near the roots, as this can loosen the extensions. Rinse thoroughly. After washing, use a leave-in conditioner spray or balm on your natural hair and extensions below the scalp. This helps keep your hair nourished, hydrated, and looking great. Drying Don’t tie your hair up when it’s soaking wet. Instead, towel dry or air dry as much as possible before using a blow dryer. Use a gentle brush to detangle your hair. Start by rough-drying it lightly to remove most of the moisture. Then, use a round brush to dry from the ends up to the scalp. Avoid using too much heat or pulling too hard near the roots, as this can weaken the extensions. Make sure the base of the extensions is fully dry to prevent moisture buildup. Styling Tools and Products You can use curling irons and flat irons on your extensions, but keep the heat below 400°F. Always apply a heat protectant before styling and let it dry completely before using any hot tools, especially after the first wash. Keep hot tools away from the roots and extension bonds to avoid damage or loosening. Sew-in weft hair extensions Gently move your hair up and down, like a hinge, for styles like high or low ponytails. Avoid tight hairstyles, such as French braids, that pull extensions sideways. Use soft scrunchies or two ponytails to reduce weight and keep styling comfortable. Use only professional products recommended by your Beaudee stylist to keep your hair and extensions healthy. Avoid oil-based or silicone products near the roots, as they can make the extensions slip. Stay away from alcohol-based volumizing or texturizing sprays, as they can dry out the hair. You can apply a small amount of light treatment oil to the mid-lengths and ends for extra protection. Sleeping and Activities Before bed, tie your hair into a low ponytail or a loose braid. Never go to sleep with wet hair. Always secure your hair loosely before activities to avoid tangles. Sea water, chlorine, and sunscreen can damage or change the color of extensions. Before swimming, apply a mix of conditioner and clean water to the middle and ends of your hair to protect it. After swimming, rinse your hair well, then wash and condition it to remove any leftover chemicals. Coloring Do not color or perm your hair extensions at home. For root touch-ups or toning, go to a salon. Extensions can be made darker but cannot be lightened. Pick your color wisely because it will stay the same for the life of your extensions. Shedding Losing some hair and extensions over time is normal. On average, people shed 50-150 hairs a day. Since extensions cover about ¼ of the head, some naturally shed hairs may get trapped near the beads as your hair grows. This is not a sign of hair being pulled from the scalp. To avoid tangles, brush close to the scalp daily and gently separate any trapped hairs with your fingers. Maintenance Appointments Sew-in weft extensions need maintenance every 6-8 weeks. Before your appointment, make sure your hair is clean and dry. The extensions and beads will be removed, and your natural hair will be washed and prepared. Then, your extensions will be put back in and styled.

Contrary to what the name suggests, relaxed hair undergoes a considerable amount of stress. It’s the process of removing the natural curled texture of the hair through different straightening tools and chemicals. It requires a lot of aftercare and conditioning to remain healthy and in good shape. Here are some tips on how to take care of your relaxed hair so that it’s not damaged further. #1 Wash only Once or Twice Week This might be unpleasant to most people, but it will help preserve the health and texture of your hair. The natural oils from the scalp would keep the hair from drying out and minimise the damage. Frequent washing and heat drying will strip the hair of natural oils and cause dryness and frizzy hair. #2 Use Sulphate-Free Shampoo and Conditioner You don’t want to add more chemicals to already chemically-treated hair. Sulphate-free shampoos and conditioners are gentle on relaxed hair and will help it stay healthy. They won’t cause excessive dryness that can damage the hair and make it look frayed. Natural and sulphate-free shampoos will clean the hair without stripping it completely of its natural oils. #3 Condition You should never skip conditioning after you wash relaxed hair, even if you’re in a hurry. In fact, it’s better to skip the hair wash entirely and use dry shampoos instead of shampooing without conditioning. When you condition your hair, leave the product in for 10 minutes as that would allow it to sink into the strands. You can use a protein-based conditioner once a month to protect your hair. #4 Limit Heat Styling Everyone knows that heat styling can dry out hair and even well-conditioned and natural hair isn’t immune to this effect. Your chemically-treated relaxed hair would look even more damaged after heat styling, even if you use heat-protecting mists and serums beforehand. If you have the time, let your hair air-dry in order avoid heat damage. You can also blow dry after letting your hair air dry partially to minimise exposure to heat. #5 Nourish the Scalp A healthy scalp will lead to healthy hair so take care to nourish the scalp as much as you can. You can use home-made packs of hair oils with a few drops of essential oils in them. You can also purchase hair masks and serums that will soothe your dry and irritated scalp. Let the product sink into the scalp before you wash it off. This would really help in keeping your hair healthy and glossy. #6 Trim the Hair Regularly Trim any dry split-ends and remove uneven growth to ensure your hair remains healthy and grows at a steady pace. If you trim every 2 to 3 months, your hair will be manageable and attractive without any frayed edges. #7 Use Protective Styling It’s tempting to wear sleek and straight hair down every day but that can only add to the damage. There are many protective hairstyles that look great but will help limit hair fall and dryness. You can try loose braids, buns, weaves, twists, etc., to keep your hair up and wrapped comfortably. This will protect your relaxed hair from the elements outdoors and minimise friction, pulling, and tugging. #8 Don’t Relax Hair too Often It’s a good idea to give your hair a break between treatments. If you overprocess your hair, you’ll damage it irreparably and would have to wait until all of the damaged section is replaced by new hair. Make sure there are at least 10 weeks between touch-ups in order to protect your hair.

Detailed Braids Care Tips Moisturize: Keep your scalp hydrated by using moisturizing sprays, oils, and leave-in conditioners. Choose products free from mineral oils, which can cause buildup. Wash: Wash your braids every other week, focusing on cleaning your scalp. Use a small, wet flannel to gently cleanse between the partings and avoid over-washing. Gentle Handling: Be gentle when styling and avoid over-styling, which can cause damage and breakage. Nighttime Care: Protect your braids at night by wearing a silk or satin scarf to prevent friction and frizz. Touch-Ups: Consider touching up your braids every 4 weeks to maintain a fresh look, particularly around the hairline. Know When to Remove: Remove your braids after 6-8 weeks to prevent matting and maintain healthy natural hair. Avoid Tight Braids: Be mindful of tight braids around the hairline, as they can put pressure on the edges and cause hair loss. Regular Maintenance: Exfoliate your scalp regularly, use a lightweight oil to add moisture, and consider using a braid spray or water-based mousse for added moisture. By following these tips, you can keep your box braids looking fresh and healthy for longer.