How to Wash Your 100% Human Hair Extensions Without Damaging Them

Why Washing Right Matters

Your 100% human hair extensions may look flawless now, but if you wash them the wrong way, you can shorten their lifespan—fast. Unlike natural hair, extensions don’t produce sebum, so they rely entirely on the products and care you give them.

Step-by-Step: How to Wash Human Hair Extensions

1. Detangle Before Washing

Always use a wide-tooth comb or a soft-bristle brush to gently remove knots. Start from the tips and work your way up to the roots.

Why? Washing tangled hair leads to breakage and matting.

2. Use Lukewarm Water

Avoid hot water. Lukewarm water opens the hair cuticle just enough to allow cleansing, without drying the strands.

3. Choose a Sulfate-Free Shampoo

Sulfates strip moisture and damage hair over time. Choose a sulfate-free, alcohol-free, and paraben-free shampoo to cleanse gently.

Pro Tip: Look for shampoos labeled "for color-treated" or "hydrating" — they're usually more gentle.

4. Apply Shampoo Gently

Dilute a small amount of shampoo with water in your hands, then apply it from top to bottom in a smoothing motion. Avoid scrubbing or bunching the hair together.

5. Rinse and Follow With Conditioner

Rinse thoroughly, then apply a rich conditioner or deep treatment. Leave it on for 5–10 minutes, focusing on the mid-lengths to ends.

 What to Avoid

No circular motions or twisting when washing

No heavy shampoos with proteins or keratin (unless recommended)

No brushing wet hair aggressively

Don’t wash too often – once every 1–2 weeks is enough