You might not be pleased with how your hair looks for several reasons. The good thing is that hair extensions are an easy fix to this problem. So if you’re dreaming of growing long, beautiful hair, you might be surprised to learn that extensions help hair grow.
When hair extensions are applied professionally and cared for correctly, they put very little stress on the hair follicles and protect them from many damaging factors that can lead to hair loss.
But first, let us quickly consider the main reasons why you can’t grow your natural hair long and healthy and what to do instead:
Be careful with regular colouring, lightening or perming. This can negatively affect the condition of your hair, making it more brittle and dull.
You might be using your brush the wrong way. Brush your hair at most 2-3 times a day. Do not untangle the strands from top to bottom. Go from tips to roots instead.
Washing hair every day does more harm than good. So, try to do it on alternate days. Creating your hair-washing schedule in such a way that you wash your hair at least thrice a week. This works for most hair types. Our scalp produces natural oils that nourish our hair, preventing it from becoming too brittle and weak. Washing your hair too often may also lead to those oils being washed away.
Always be careful during blow drying and use medium-to-low temperature settings. The thing is that air from a blow dryer and regular use of a curling iron or curlers can seriously worsen the condition of your hair.
Try to be more gentle with towel drying. When your hair is wet, it is in its most fragile state. At this point, rubbing it vigorously with a towel can cause long-term hair damage and cause your hair to fall out. Excessive rubbing with a towel can also lead to major frizz. Also, be careful with super tight ponytails or cotton scrunchies that can pull out hair and make it drier.
Do not straighten or curl your hair while it’s still wet. If you style your hair without pre-drying, you risk burning or seriously damaging it.
SO HOW DO HAIR EXTENSIONS HELP YOUR HAIR GROW?
First of all, it essentially becomes a protective layer over your natural hair when hair extensions are properly done. Like an incubator, it protects your hair from damage and gives it the coverage and time needed to grow nice and healthy. This can also speed up the process.
If the hair’s texture is chosen correctly (has a similar softness to your natural hair), then the extensions envelop and protect your own hair. However, when the texture of the hair extensions is rougher and/or tougher, this can lead to additional stress and friction.
Note that hair extensions can make your hair grow faster only if you use them correctly. You must ensure that your lifestyle and overall choices will benefit your hair. If you want real and fast hair growth, you need to take care of your hair in several ways. In the meantime, hair extensions are your best friend and partner for getting the hair you’ve dreamed of.
Finally, never underestimate the importance of properly selected shampoo. Be sure to consult a specialist on what type of shampoo is the best for your hair type. Also, remember that hair extensions require proper care as well - besides shampoo, this might include using different oils, masks, conditioners, and other hair care products.
Everything is possible when you have the right hair extensions, and we at NUDE© Hair Extensions know this like no one else. We offer our customers a wide range of options, from length, colour, type, and more! Feel free to contact us to book an appointment or learn more about our services.