How to Sleep With Hair Extensions

Sleeping with hair extensions might seem tricky at first, but with the right techniques, you can protect your extensions and keep them looking beautiful while you rest. Proper nighttime care ensures your hair extensions last longer and helps maintain the health of your natural hair. This guide covers practical tips for different types of extensions, including hand-tied, tape-in, and sewn-in hair.

💆♀️Brush Your Hair Before Bed

Always detangle your extensions before going to sleep. Use a soft-bristle or extension-safe brush, starting from the ends and working up to the roots. Separate each row if you have hand-tied extensions to prevent tangling and matting. Never brush wet hair as it can lead to breakage.

🌙Braid or Tie Your Hair

• Loose Braids: Medium-loose braids keep your extensions secure without pulling on the roots. Braiding prevents movement during sleep and minimizes tangling.
• Loose Ponytail or Bun: If you prefer not to braid, gently tie your hair in a low, loose ponytail or bun. Avoid tight hairstyles to reduce stress on the roots.

🧣Use a Silk Scarf or Sleep Cap

Wrapping your hair with a silk or satin scarf or using a silk/satin sleep cap prevents friction, breakage, and moisture loss. Cotton materials are not recommended as they absorb moisture and can cause damage.

• Comb your hair and wrap it around your head, securing with hairpins.
• Fold a silk scarf into a triangle, wrap it over your head, and tie at the back.
• For sewn-in or keratin-bonded extensions, this method provides extra protection.

💧Ensure Extensions Are Completely Dry

Never sleep with wet or damp extensions. Sleeping with wet extensions can cause tangling and matting, especially with hand-tied extensions. Make sure your hair is fully dry before bedtime.

✨Moisturize and Protect

Apply a lightweight hair oil or leave-in conditioner to the mid-lengths and ends of your extensions before bed. This keeps the hair hydrated and prevents dryness. For hand-tied extensions, this step is crucial to prevent frizz and maintain softness.

🏊♀️Extra Tips for Swimmers and Active Sleepers

• Wear hair up or use a swim cap when swimming to protect from chlorine and saltwater.
• Use silk or satin pillowcases to reduce friction while sleeping.

💖Final Thoughts

Proper nighttime care is just as important as daily styling. By brushing gently, braiding or tying your hair, using silk protection, ensuring dryness, and applying hydration, your extensions will stay smooth, tangle-free, and long-lasting. Your natural hair will also remain strong and healthy.

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