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HAIR EXTENSIONS: BEST PRODUCTS 🤩
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items When you have hair extensions, you know full well the investment is not cheap - and it’s important that you use products that will maintain the quality of your extensions while making them last as long as possible. These are all of my favorite hair p...
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HAIR EXTENSIONS: STYLING PRODUCTS
HAIR EXTENSIONS: BLOW DRY PRODUCTS
HAIR EXTENSIONS: WASH DAY PRODUCTS
HAIR EXTENSIONS: MAINTENANCE
HAIR EXTENSIONS: STYLING PRODUCTS
Styling hair extensions can be tricky, because you want to be careful not to cause damage from heat tools or to use products that will weigh them down causing dullness. These are all of my tried and true hair styling products for hair extensions!
This is my every day go-to product to protect my hair extensions from frizz and leaves a silky, shiny finish. Highly recommend for anyone with hair extensions!
Dream Coat Supernatural Spray - Color Wow - Ulta Beauty
This volumizing spray from Verb comes in clutch on days that I don’t want to do a full hair wash but need some lift at my roots (especially if my hair is getting oily). I spray this on the top of my hair at the crown and it really does the trick! I d...
Volumizing Texture Spray with Light Hold - Verb | Ulta Beauty
I use this heat protector gloss spray before I style my hair with a curling iron. It protects my hair but also leaves it looking shiny. A great product for hair extensions!
High Shine, Glossy Shine Spray with Heat Protection - Verb - Ulta Beauty
This is the only hairspray I will use on my hair extensions. It’s lightweight and holds curl and wave after I style it for days. Highly recommend!
Ghost Medium Hold Hairspray - Verb | Ulta Beauty
This is a great hair oil for hair extensions and is one of my favorites to use, especially after styling or blow drying!
Rapid Repair Bond Builder+ Finishing Hair Oil for Damaged ... - Ulta Beauty
This Dyson multi-styler is the only hot tool I’ll use on my hair. The long barrel is perfect for hair extensions and is less damaging to the hair than other brands. Highly recommend!
Dyson - Airwrap Multi-Styler - Complete Long - Ulta Beauty
I much prefer a styling cream to a mousse, and love this one by Verb! It’s hydrating and not heavy. Great for hair extensions!
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HAIR EXTENSIONS: BLOW DRY PRODUCTS
Blow drying hair extensions is a delicate process as you want to be sure to not cause damage to the extensions while also prepping the hair for styling afterwards. These are the blow drying products I use with every blow dry of my hair extensions!
This is the best blow dry spray for hair extensions by far! It is lightweight and protects from heat damage. I spray this all over every time I blow dry my hair. And it smells so fresh and clean!
6.8 oz Platinum Blow-Dry Spray - Kenra Professional | Ulta Beauty
You really can’t beat this leave in conditioner by Olaplex. It’s very high quality and is perfect for use in hair extensions after you wash, followed by the Kenra Blowdry spray!
No.5L Moisturize & Mend Leave-In Conditioner - OLAPLEX | Ulta Beauty
This is great to use on blowdry days! I also use this on slightly damp hair in between wash days as well. It definitely helps keep hair extensions smooth!
No. 9 Bond Protector Heat Protection & Frizz Reduction Nourishing Hair ...
If I’m blow drying my hair at the crown and need some volume, this is my go-to blowdry spray! Terrific quality and lasts a long time!
Volumizing Hair Heat Protective Weightless Blowout Mist - OLAPLEX
If you’re going to invest in hair extensions, then you need to invest in a high quality Dyson blow dryer! This dryer inflicts minimal damage to the hair and dries it quicker. An absolute “must” for anyone with hair extensions!
Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer - Dyson | Ulta Beauty
HAIR EXTENSIONS: WASH DAY PRODUCTS
Ok, I’ll admit - I hate washing my hair extensions (because it’s an exhausting process!!). When I do wash my hair, I want to be sure to use high quality products that will clean them well, but also hydrate the hair extensions and treat damage. These ...
This is the only shampoo I use on my hair extensions! Great quality and doesn’t weigh down hair.
32.0 oz Ghost Weightless Shampoo for Fine Hair - Verb | Ulta Beauty
This Verb Ghost Conditioner is the best for hair extensions and works perfectly with the Verb Ghost Shampoo. It doesn’t weigh down hair and does a fantastic job with keeping my extension hydrated.
32.0 oz Ghost Conditioner for Fine Hair - Verb | Ulta Beauty
I like to use this Pureology shampoo and matching conditioner on my natural hair (between full hair extension washes) because it helps to hydrate it and repair some of the damage caused by bleaching. It’s been my GOAT product for years!
Pureology - 33.8 oz Hydrate Shampoo | Ulta Beauty
I love using this Pureology conditioner (following the Pureology shampoo) on my natural hair at the top of my head in between my full weekly hair extension wash. It’s extra hydrating and helps with some of the damage due to bleaching. I’ve used this ...
33.8 oz Hydrate Conditioner - Pureology - Ulta Beauty
Nothing beats this Olaplex hair treatment! I use this weekly when I do a full hair wash. In the shower I’ll get my hair damp, put this product in from mid-shaft to ends and leave in for 10 minutes, and then do my normal wash and conditioner. It absol...
3.3 oz No.3 Hair Perfector - OLAPLEX | Ulta Beauty
This the the best debrassing shampoo I have ever used!! And I don’t have to worry about it changing the color of my extensions. If you’re a brunette with lighter caramel colored hair extensions or highlights, this blue shampoo (nor purple!) is meant ...
ColorKick Blue-Purple De-Brassing Shampoo - Virtue
HAIR EXTENSIONS: MAINTENANCE
Having hair extensions requires a lot of maintenance to keep them looking fresh and healthy for long-term. I use these products daily to keep my hair looking healthy which also helps them to last much longer!
The Verb Ghost Oil is fantastic as it’s not too greasy and doesn’t weigh down my hair extensions. I use this every day, twice a day - once in the morning after styling and once at night before bed.
2.0 oz Ghost Weightless Hair Oil - Verb | Ulta Beauty
I have hair extensions that are lighter than my dark hair, and try to extend the root touchup process as much as possible. My hair stylist recommended this to me to use when my roots are grown out; it definitely helps to blend the color a bit and it ...
Black Root Cover Up Powder - Color Wow - Ulta Beauty
I usually only do a full hair wash once a week, but the top of my head (my natural hair) can get oily after a few days! This dry shampoo from Verb comes in handy - the best dry shampoo I have used without being chalky on my dark roots.
Refresh Dry Shampoo for Dark Hair - Verb | Ulta Beauty
I use this once a month on my hair extensions to keep them looking healthy. This is especially good for lighter hair extensions that have been bleached or chemically processed.
OLAPLEX - No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Damage Repair Hair Mask ...
If you’re sensitive to fragrances like me, you’ll appreciate this hair oil - I love using this to hydrate my hair on a day to day basis.
Magic Serum - Fragrance Free - SEEN | Ulta Beauty
This my favorite hair oil to use on my hair extensions for prolonging the life and quality of the hair. If you haven’t tried this brand yet, I highly recommend them!
1.7 oz Hydrating & Heat Protectant Healing Hair Oil - Virtue | Ulta Beauty
Using a silk pillow and a silk bonnet are a MUST for keeping your hair extensions healthy and long-lasting! Never sleep without them!
Charcoal Pure Silk Queen Pillowcase - Slip - Ulta Beauty
Using a silk bonnet and a silk pillow are a MUST for hair extensions as they help keep the hair smooth and free of damage.
Black Pure Silk Turban - Slip | Ulta Beauty
Be extra careful with your hair extensions with these silk scrunchies, which are large size - perfect for hair extensions!
Pink, Black, Caramel Pure Silk Large Scrunchies - Slip | Ulta Beauty
Protecting your hair and scalp in the summer is a must. You’ve got to be careful with putting SPF products in hair extensions though! This formula by Coola is organic and safe for use! Highly recommend!
Scalp & Hair Mist Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 - COOLA - Ulta Beauty
Hair extensions can go dry easily, so it’s important to incorporate a hair mask into your routine. I especially love this organic hair mask by Innersense!
Innersense Organic Beauty - Hydrating Hair Mask Treatment