Summer is the season when your hair extensions require extra special attention. Sun, swimming, heat... these are all factors that can weaken your extensions if you don't take the right precautions. To preserve their beauty and longevity, discover the 5 mistakes to absolutely avoid with your extensions this summer, as well as the Gouiran Beauté products to integrate into your routine.
1. Neglecting sun protection
The sun's UV rays attack the keratin in your hair and extensions. This causes dryness, loss of shine, and can even alter the color. Since the fiber of extensions is often more fragile than natural hair, it needs enhanced protection.
How to do it? Apply a UV protective spray, like Beautélive Protective Spray. This type of product acts like sunscreen for your hair: it forms a protective film that limits sun damage, while preserving the softness and shine of your extensions.
2. Go to the pool or sea without precautions
Chlorine from pools and salt from the sea dry out the hair fiber and can make extensions rough, dull, or tangled. Furthermore, these substances can weaken the attachment points, making the extensions less stable.
How to do it? Before each swim, apply a light oil or a leave-in treatment (like the Beautélive Detangling Balm) to create a protective barrier. After swimming, rinse your hair with clear water to remove salt or chlorine residues.
3. Using unsuitable products
Some shampoos and treatments contain aggressive ingredients such as sulfates, silicones, or mineral oils. These components can cause extensions to detach or make them dull and difficult to style.
How to do it? Choose gentle, sulfate-free shampoos. These formulas respect the hair fiber and extend the life of your extensions while maintaining their natural appearance.
4. Brushing or handling your extensions aggressively
Extensions are more susceptible to breakage, especially when wet. Overly vigorous brushing or using the wrong brush can cause knots, pull out attachment points, and damage the hair.
How to do it? Use a special extension brush with soft bristles, and always start by detangling the ends before moving up to the roots. Preferably detangle on dry or very slightly damp hair.
5. Keeping your extensions in for too long without maintenance
Over the weeks, extensions move down, attachment points become visible or uncomfortable, and natural hair can get damaged. Without maintenance, you risk having to remove your extensions prematurely.
How to do it? Respect the recommended maintenance schedule (every 6 to 8 weeks). Make an appointment with a Gouiran Beauté partner professional to check the application and overall condition of your extensions.
FAQ - Hair Extensions in Summer
- Can I swim with my extensions? Yes, but it's advisable to tie them up, apply a protective treatment, and rinse thoroughly with clear water after each swim to prevent salt or chlorine buildup.
- What products should I avoid on my extensions? Avoid shampoos and treatments containing sulfates, silicones, or mineral oils, as they can damage the hair fiber and attachment points.
- How do I detangle my extensions without damaging them? Use an appropriate brush, start at the ends, and detangle gently, without pulling on the roots.
- Should I wash them less frequently? Yes, 1 to 2 times a week is sufficient, using gentle products, so as not to weaken the extensions.
