How to wash the received hair? The Internet’s Most Popular Hair Care Tips Revealed
Recently, discussions on "hair extension care" have soared on social platforms. Especially with the arrival of hot and humid weather in summer, how to properly clean hair extensions has become the focus of beauty lovers. The following is a comprehensive guide to cleaning hair extensions based on hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Top 5 Frequently Asked Questions about Hair Extension Cleaning

| Ranking | question | Search volume (10,000) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | How long after hair extensions can you wash your hair? | 28.5 |
| 2 | Hair extension shampoo options | 22.1 |
| 3 | What to do if hair loss is severe after hair extensions | 18.7 |
| 4 | Can I use conditioner on hair extensions? | 15.3 |
| 5 | How to deal with itchy scalp after hair extensions | 12.9 |
2. Professional hair extension cleaning steps
1.Preliminary preparation:It is recommended to wash the hair for the first time 48 hours after hair extensions, using warm water with a temperature not exceeding 38°C.
2.Shampoo product selection:
| product type | Recommended ingredients | Lightning protection components |
|---|---|---|
| Shampoo | Amino acid surfactant, hydrolyzed protein | SLS/SLES |
| conditioner | Squalane, plant essential oils | Silicone oil |
| care spray | Vitamin B5 | alcohol |
3.Cleaning method:• Use a wide-tooth comb to comb the ends of your hair first • Avoid rubbing the hair extensions when washing your hair • When rinsing, the water flow should follow the direction of hair growth • When blow-drying, keep a distance of more than 15cm
3. Hair extension care tips that are hotly discussed on the Internet
1.Popular TikTok methods:Use a filter to cover your hair and rinse it to reduce tangles (over 12 million views in the past 7 days)
2.Xiaohongshu’s popular recommendations:
| Products | Efficacy | heat index |
|---|---|---|
| OUAI shampoo | Maintain the shine of hair extensions | 9.8 |
| Moroccanoil hair oil | Reduce static electricity | 9.5 |
| K18 hair mask | Repair damaged hair extensions | 9.2 |
4. Recommended cleaning frequency for different hair extension methods
| Hair extension type | Recommended cleaning frequency | Single time consumption |
|---|---|---|
| crystal wire hair extensions | 3-4 days/time | 25-30 minutes |
| nano hair extensions | 2-3 days/time | 20-25 minutes |
| feather hair extensions | 4-5 days/time | 30-35 minutes |
5. Reminders from professional hairstylists
1. It is recommended to go to a professional salon for the first shampoo after hair extensions.
2. Pay special attention when washing: • Avoid using anti-dandruff shampoo (containing ZPT will corrode the joints) • Do not rinse against the direction of the hair • Use a towel to "press" before blow-drying to absorb water instead of rubbing it
3. Seek medical attention immediately if the following conditions occur: • Redness, swelling and pain at the hair extension area • Abnormally large amounts of hair loss (more than 150 hairs per day) • Rash or pustules on the scalp
According to the latest evaluation by Weibo beauty V @hairstylist Leo, proper cleaning can extend the maintenance time of hair extensions by more than 30%. By mastering these techniques, you can keep your hair extensions flowing and smooth, and you no longer have to worry about "washing" your expensive hair extensions!
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