It’s officially fall in New York City, which means it’s time to switch up your hair care routine. Summer can be tough on your hair; between the sun, chlorine, salt, and sweat, you’re likely heading into fall with drier, more brittle strands. Add the season’s cooler temperatures and lower humidity, and your hair will need a little extra TLC this autumn.
In this fall hair care guide, we’ll walk you through how to keep your hair (and your hair extensions) hydrated and healthy all season long.
So how does caring for your extensions differ from caring for your natural hair in the fall? Many seasonal hair guides for this time of year recommend rich oils and hydrating masks to restore moisture, but you shouldn’t use those products with extensions. They can cause buildup and slipping around the extension attachment points.
Don’t worry, though, we’ve got a fall haircare plan that will help you keep your natural hair and extensions shiny and healthy all season long. Ready? Let’s dive right in.
1. Trim Your Hair
Fall is the perfect time to trim your hair. After a long summer of sun, salt, and chlorine, your hair is probably feeling a little dry and brittle. A quick refresh to remove split or damaged ends will instantly make your hair look and feel healthier. Plus, if you’re worried about losing length, our signature i-tip extensions can restore it seamlessly, leaving you with fuller, healthier-looking hair for the season.
We know haircuts can be scary, but with hair extensions, they don’t have to be. And trimming your hair is one of the best things you can do to promote hair growth and health.
So start this fall right with a trim and a fresh set of luxury Olivia Christensen Extensions.
2. Get Hair Extensions (yes, really!)
Speaking of haircuts and hair extensions, consider refreshing your hair this season with a set of luxury i-tip extensions. There’s a common myth that hair extensions damage your natural hair, and while that can happen with the wrong method, our signature technique actually does the opposite.
This method is lightweight, chemical-free, and designed to protect your natural hair while promoting healthy hair growth. All of our clients actually notice stronger, longer hair after wearing our extensions.
To learn how our signature i-tip method can help protect your hair this fall, book a consultation with our founder, Christina, today.
3. Use a Clarifying Shampoo
Give your hair a fresh start this fall with a clarifying shampoo. After a summer full of sun, salt, and product buildup, your scalp and hair will benefit from a deep cleanse. Our Cleanse Clarifying Shampoo is professional-grade and formulated with an anti-residue blend that deeply purifies your hair without stripping it.
This shampoo safely removes buildup and impurities while creating the perfect foundation for long-lasting hair extensions.
We recommend using a clarifying shampoo once a week, or a couple of times a month, especially if you exercise and sweat a lot.
4. Take Care of Your Scalp
A scalp treatment in the colder months isn’t a luxury; it’s a must for stronger, healthier, shinier hair all fall and winter long. The skin on your scalp is delicate and ages up to six times faster than the skin on your face, so it needs extra care.
For the ultimate fall hair care routine, ask your stylist about a professional scalp treatment at your next appointment. This can help slow scalp aging and give both your hair and scalp the boost they need to thrive through the colder, drier months.
5. Ask for a Hydrating Treatment (at the salon)
If you’re concerned about keeping your hair (and extensions) properly moisturized, a hydrating treatment at your next salon visit is a must. While we don’t recommend using hair masks at home (they can cause buildup and slippage around your bonds), your stylist can safely apply them during your extension maintenance appointment.
While wearing extensions, you’ll already be coming into the salon every 4-6 weeks, which is the perfect opportunity to give your hair extra TLC and keep it looking healthy and vibrant throughout the season.
We don’t recommend hair masks if you have hair extensions, but if you don’t, this is our favorite hydrating treatment to use at home.
6. Use the Right Hair Brush
Not all hair brushes are created equal, and some can cause more damage than others. We’ve designed two hair brushes that every woman with hair extensions should use. Our Untangle Me Brush is a classic detangling brush with gentle metal bristles, making detangling your hair simple. You can also use this brush in the shower to detangle wet hair, shampoo while massaging the scalp, and distribute conditioner.
Our Loop Brush is another must-have for your fall hair care routine. This brush is designed with plastic loop bristles to prevent the snagging ordinary brushes can cause.
7. Use Protective Hairstyles
Finally, one of the best ways to care for your hair this fall is to choose more protective hairstyles. Limiting heat styling is always key, as heat can cause serious damage over time. Protective hairstyles don’t just shield your strands from heat; they also tuck away your ends, guarding them against cold, wind, and dry seasonal weather.
Another hidden benefit of hair extensions is that they help hold your styles longer, meaning you have to style and heat your hair less and less.
If you’d like to try all the products we mentioned in this post, along with our Signature Shampoo and Conditioner, shop our ultimate hair care kit. This kit has everything you need to keep your hair and extensions healthy, hydrated, and protected this fall.
And if you’re ready to learn more about how hair extensions can help protect your hair and promote hair growth, book an appointment with Christina today.
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