Women Extension Maintenance & Care

Hair Extensions Maintenance

To maintain the health, longevity, and luxurious appearance of your Sanviau hair extensions, follow these comprehensive care instructions:

Washing & Conditioning

Use only sulphate-free, protein free, keratin-free shampoos and conditioners with low alcohol content
to avoid dryness, frizz, or slippage.
(e.g., Moisturizing Sulphate-Free Shampoo, Gentle Hydrating Conditioner)
Focus shampoo on your scalp and roots only, not directly on the extensions.
Apply conditioner from mid-lengths to ends only. Avoid roots and bonds/tapes to prevent loosening.
Deep condition your extensions weekly using a moisturizing hair mask.(e.g., Intense Moisture Hair Mask, Deep Repair Masque)
Detangle hair before washing, using a wide-tooth comb or extension-safe brush.(e.g., Wide Tooth Shower Comb, Extension Detangling Brush)

Daily Care & Styling

Brush hair twice daily with a soft bristle or loop brush designed for extensions. (e.g., Boar Bristle Extension Brush, Loop Hair Extension Brush)
Apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner or nourishing oil daily to mid-lengths and ends. (e.g., Argan Oil, Leave-In Conditioning Spray, Lightweight Hair Serum)
Use a heat protectant spray before styling with heat tools. (e.g., Thermal
Shield Spray, Heat Protect Mist)
Style with low to medium heat only to prolong the lifespan of the extensions.
Avoid tight hairstyles that pull on the bonds or tapes.

Drying & Sleeping

Pat hair dry with a towel, do not rub or twist.
Blow dry on low-medium heat until fully dry - do not leave extensions wet for long periods.
Never sleep with wet hair to prevent tangling and matting.
Before sleeping, loosely braid your hair or tie it in a low ponytail.
Use a silk or satin pillowcase or bonnet to reduce friction. (e.g., Silk Pillowcase, Satin Sleep Bonnet)

Swimming & Outdoor Activities

Tie hair into a loose braid before swimming. Avoid buns or top knots.
Avoid exposing extensions to chlorinated or salt water whenever possible.
If swimming: Wet hair with fresh water first and apply a leave-in conditioner or protective serum as a barrier. (e.g., Anti-Chlorine Leave-In Conditioner, UV/Water Shield Hair Serum)
Rinse thoroughly with fresh water immediately after.
Avoid excessive sun exposure. Use UV-protection sprays when outdoors for extended periods. (e.g., UV Defense Hair Spray)

Coloring & Chemical Treatments

Do not bleach or lighten extensions.
To adjust tone or go darker, use semi permanent hair color only.
Always seek help from a licensed professional with experience in extensions for any chemical treatments.

Maintenance Appointments

Schedule a maintenance appointment every 6–8 weeks to reposition or reapply tapes or wefts, remove build-up, check the health of the bonds, and ensure your natural hair is protected.
Avoid washing your hair for 48–72 hours after initial tape/skin weft application to allow proper adhesion.
For the first week post-application, wear your hair in low ponytails or low, gentle styles only to minimize tension.