Aftercare Guide
SHAMPOO
Following your hair extension application, we do not recommend washing your hair for the first 48 hours to allow the adhesive to harden or bond effectively.
Always use a sulphate and paraben free shampoo such as Jodi Locks extensions shampoo and conditioner.
We also don’t advise you to wash hair extensions more than three times per week as over-washing can lead to dryness, damage and unnecessary wear and tear.
When washing, ensure you do this in an upright position in lukewarm water. Do not massage vigorously or twist the hair. Instead, massage shampoo gently into the scalp and over the bonded areas and let the suds run through the lengths of the hair.
CONDITIONER
When applying a conditioner, ensure it is only used on the mid lengths and ends of the hair. Always avoid putting it on the root area and the areas where the extensions are attached. Then, make sure to rinse thoroughly to avoid any product build-up.
TOWEL DRYING
After washing your hair, avoid rolling or rubbing the hair, instead gently squeeze out the excess water and pat dry with a suitable towel.
DRYING
Never leave your hair extensions to dry naturally as the moisture can soften the bonds/tapes and cause them to slip or fall out. (Wet hair is heavier than dry hair)
So, when blow drying ensure this is on a cool setting starting with the bonds/locks/tapes to avoid softening. Then, proceed to blow-dry your hair as normal using a brush such as the Remi Cachet or Great Lengths blow drying brush.
BRUSHING
It is always important to use a professional hair extension brush on or near the extensions as they are specifically designed to flow through the bonds.
Using an incorrect brush may pull hair from the bonds and cause unnecessary damage to the hair extensions.
When brushing, you should always start to brush your hair from the bottom and then slowly move up towards the top of the head to the root area. We recommend that the bonds are held when brushing to prevent excess tugging and to prevent forcibly removing the bonds.
If you ever notice your hair extensions have become tangled you should be extremely careful when brushing and we recommend using the Jodi Locks Boost as a mask or Jodi Locks Leave in Conditioner spray to help detangle the hair.
We recommend brushing your hair at least once or twice a day to prevent natural knotting and matting. Over brushing your hair can lead also to damage to the hair and cause unnecessary wear and tear.
STYLING & FINISHING
A variety of heated tools can be used on the hair, these include but are not limited to; straightening irons, tongs, crimpers, heated rollers, and hair dryers you should always use a low temperature, we recommend nothing hotter than 180°. Also, a variety of products can be used on hair extensions, including hairsprays, serums, and oils. When using these products, you should always avoid all bonded areas, as this may result in slippage. Before styling, ensure your hair is thoroughly dry and has cooled.
COLOURING OR TONING
We do not recommend or advise that our hair extensions be coloured and/or toned. If you proceed to do so this would be entirely your responsibility and at your own risk.
Human hair extensions can be coloured, but you should bear in mind that the hair extensions have already been through a chemical process, it is at your own risk if you decide to dye them as it may affect the hair condition and damage them. For this reason, it’s a good idea to dye your natural hair before getting hair extensions installed and having the hair extension’s colour matched to your desired colour.
Contact Jodi Locks
So, if you require further information regarding on hair aftercare do not hesitate to give us a call on 01392 274400.