You've invested in beautiful hair extensions — now let's make sure they stay beautiful. With the right care routine, your extensions can look salon-fresh for 6 months or longer.

Here's everything you need to know about maintaining your Burve Hair extensions.

Washing Your Extensions

How often?

Clip-ins and halos: Every 15-20 wears, or when you notice product buildup.

Tape-ins: When you wash your natural hair, but avoid scrubbing the tape area.

How to wash:

1. Detangle first. Use a wide-tooth comb or loop brush to gently remove all tangles before getting them wet. Start from the ends and work up.
2. Use lukewarm water. Never hot — heat weakens the hair bonds and can damage the cuticle.
3. Sulfate-free shampoo only. Sulfates strip the hair and dry out extensions fast. Use a gentle, moisturizing shampoo.
4. Wash in one direction. Run the shampoo from root to tip in smooth downward strokes. Never scrub, bunch, or twist the hair.
5. Condition the mid-lengths and ends. Avoid the roots/tape area. Leave conditioner on for 3-5 minutes.
6. Rinse thoroughly with cool water to seal the cuticle and add shine.

Drying Your Extensions

• Never wring or twist. Gently squeeze out excess water with a microfiber towel.
• Air dry when possible. Lay clip-ins flat on a towel. This is the gentlest option.
• If blow-drying: Use medium heat with a heat protectant spray. Dry in sections, moving the dryer continuously.

Heat Styling

Yes, you can heat style Remy human hair extensions — but treat them gently:

• Always use heat protectant. Non-negotiable. Spray evenly before any heat tool touches the hair.
• Keep temperature at 300°F / 150°C or below. Extensions don't receive natural oils from your scalp like your own hair does, so they're more vulnerable to heat damage.
• Avoid daily heat styling. Give your extensions a break between sessions. Embrace their natural texture some days.
• Use ceramic or tourmaline tools. They distribute heat more evenly and reduce damage.

Brushing & Detangling

• Use a loop brush or wide-tooth comb. Regular brushes can snag and pull, especially near clips or tape.
• Always start from the tips and work your way up to the roots. Never brush from root to tip in one stroke.
• Brush before and after each wear. This prevents tangles from building up.
• Never brush wet extensions. Hair is most fragile when wet. Wait until they're at least 80% dry.

Sleeping with Extensions

Clip-ins and halos:

Always remove them before bed. Sleeping in clip-ins causes unnecessary tension and tangling.

Tape-ins:

You can sleep in tape-ins (that's the point), but follow these tips:

• Braid your hair loosely or tie in a low, loose ponytail.
• Use a silk or satin pillowcase — cotton creates friction that causes tangling and frizz.
• Never go to bed with wet hair.

Storage

How you store your clip-ins and halos between wears matters:

• Brush out thoroughly before storing.
• Lay flat or hang — never crumple or stuff into a drawer.
• Use the original box or a silk/satin bag.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Products to Use (and Avoid)

✅ Use:

• Sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner
• Leave-in conditioner or lightweight hair oil (argan, jojoba)
• Heat protectant spray
• Dry shampoo (on natural hair near the roots only)

❌ Avoid:

• Sulfate shampoos
• Heavy silicone-based products (cause buildup)
• Alcohol-based hair sprays (dry out the hair)
• Purple shampoo on non-blonde extensions (can stain)
• Oil-based products near tape-in adhesive

How Long Do Extensions Last?

The Golden Rule

Treat your extensions the way you'd treat your own hair on its best day. Gentle handling, quality products, and a little patience will keep them looking gorgeous wear after wear.

Have questions about caring for your Burve extensions? Reach out to our team — we're always happy to help.