Many girls who are excited about a new nice set of hair extensions would rather choose to use it immediately instead of washing weave before install. Well, it’s not a serious problem as we can understand that you can’t help trying the gorgeous hairstyle. However, washing your weave before installation is necessary. In this blog, we will show you why and how long you should wash your weave.

Why Should You Wash Weave Before Installing?

1. For Clean

Do you usually wash your new clothes before wearing them? If yes, there is no doubt that the same principle is also applied with human hair weave. Washing weave before install is highly recommended in almost all situations.

After we pay for the order, human hair weave bundle will be packed and shipped out. It will take about 3 days for you to receive the real human hair weave bundles. Once you have received your required hair extensions, the first thing you need to do is checking to ensure that it is the right human hair you order. So what is the next step? Now you can easily guess that the second thing to do is to wash the weave before installing it to your head. The reason is that we can’t know exactly what happened to our weave during transportation.

So, what happens if you don’t wash your bundles before installing? During the shipment, we just can’t know if the hair has to be opened to meet customs inspection or not. If yes, this procedure may bring dust to our hair bundle. That’s why we need to wash the hair as soon as receiving it. No matter what to say, wearing dirty human hair is a really bad experience.

2. For Healthy Hairstyle

Almost all types of remy hair are directly collected and produced without any harmful chemicals. This process of production makes sure that you are getting hair extensions with the best quality. However, there are sometimes workers who need to spray some moisturizing essence to their hair products to keep them in good condition. This contains no bad smell and causes no hard. The only to do is washing the hair to make sure it is in the most natural and healthy status.

3. For Better Installation

Although the item you choose is just a small set of human hair weave or some human hair bundles with closure to sew in a wig, washing them before installing can make your installation procedure more easily and smoothly. Have you ever heard that hair weave will appear its best effects and condition after washing? Now, you can install the best remy hair effective for your brand new look. That’s why besides knowing how to sew in a weave properly, it’s also important for you to know clearly the process to wash the weave before installing it. In the next part, we will delve into the step-by-step process of how to wash a weave properly.

How To Wash Human Hair Before Installing?

Here, we are providing some basic steps that you can follow for washing weave before install.

• Step 1: Choose good quality shampoo, get a sufficient amount of it, mix it with moderate water and then, slightly stir the water with your hands until the shampoo melts with water. We highly recommend that you should choose a shampoo with moisturizing as moisturizing effects will be better for the hair.
• Step 2: Now you use your finger or a wide teeth comb to detangle the human hair weave if you realize there are tangles in the hair bundle. This process is necessary as it will keep the human hair away from tangle when you put them into water.
• Step 3: Place the hair weave into the water, make sure you are doing this gently. Rubbing the remy hair too rudely in this step may cause negative effects, leading to hair tangle or shedding. Keep washing the human hair to make it clean for about 2 minutes.

• Step 4: Rinse your remy human hair weave with clean water, making sure all the froth washed clean.
• Step 5: squeeze out any excess water remaining in your hair extensions. Next, lay your best human hair flat on a clean dry towel. Don’t forget to apply some leave-in conditioner or hair care essential oil to your hair, wrap the hair with a towel and leave them for about one hour. After that, rinse the hair weave until it is clean.
• Step 6: Dry your hair, using a dry clean towel. The best way is to let it naturally dry. A hairdryer can also be applied, however, don’t use it at too high temperatures. You can use hair extensions hanger to dry your hair as well.

How Long Should I Wash The Hair?

You should wash your hair weave extensions every 1-2 weeks if you wear your hair weave extensions daily or several times a week. If you wear them less frequently, you can extend the time between washes.

Note: Overwashing is also avoided, as washing too frequently can lead to dryness and damage.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How Often Do I Clean The Weave?

The frequency of cleaning your weave depends on how often you wear it. Generally, washing your weave every 1-2 weeks is a good guideline to remove dirt and sweat. Also, you can adjust the frequency of washing based on your personal preference and the condition of your weave.

2. Does Cleaning The Weave Cause It To Stretch?

If you buy weaves from reliable hair vendors that sell Remy hair or virgin hair, cleaning the weave will not cause it to stretch significantly, especially if you’re using proper washing techniques. Otherwise, if the weave is made of delicate materials or if it’s not securely attached to your scalp, the washing process can lead to stretching or damage. Therefore, deeply understanding the washing process technique before washing is also crucial.

3. Should I Brush Weave Extensions Regularly?

Yes, it’s a good idea to brush weave extensions regularly to prevent tangling and maintain their appearance. Brushing helps to detangle the hair, distribute natural oils, and keep the extensions looking smooth and neat. However, be gentle when brushing to avoid causing damage or pulling out the hair. Use a brush specifically designed for extensions or a wide-tooth comb, starting from the ends and working your way up to the roots to minimize tugging.

Note: When you wash your weave, avoid brushing your hair too much, as it could make your weave easier to detangle.

Conclusion 

It is necessary to wash the weave before installation, and you should wash it 1-2 times per week with the proper washing techniques. Especially, you will no longer worry about the weave being stretched after washing if you use hair extensions from Avahair. We are one of the most reliable wholesale hair vendors that supply 100% raw human hair with more than 10,000 types, 45+ colors, and 30+ textures to meet any of your desires. Moreover, we own the biggest Vietnamese hair factory, so you can receive premium hair at a direct price from the factory.

If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to our dedicated support team. Contact us today for premium quality extensions that exceed your expectations.