How to Properly Wash and Condition Your blūm Extensions

Hi Gorgeous!

So you’ve just received your blūm extensions and are eager to start styling your new hair! To ensure every use feels as fabulous as the first, proper care is essential. This guide will walk you through prepping, washing, and maintaining your blūm hair, ensuring you always look your best when you're #inBlum.

Essential Supplies

• Apple Cider Vinegar
• Water
• Sulfate-free shampoo
• Moisturizing conditioner
• Wide-tooth comb
• Soft, absorbent towel
• Leave-in conditioner or lightweight oil
• blūm Beauty Tote or Clutch (for storage)

Prepping Your blūm Hair: A Step-by-Step Guide

• Carefully remove your blūm hair from its packaging.
• Gently work through any tangles from root to tip using your fingers.

For more tips, check out our Complete How-To Guide.

• Fill a sink halfway with warm water and mix in ½ cup of apple cider vinegar.
• Submerge your blūm hair for 10-15 minutes.
• Rinse thoroughly under warm running water.

The Wash

• Apply sulfate-free shampoo, massaging in a downward motion.
• Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
• Apply a moisturizing conditioner and leave for 2-5 minutes before rinsing.
• Finish with a cool rinse to seal the hair cuticles.

Drying and Styling

• Lay your blūm hair flat on a clean towel to air dry naturally.
• Use fingers or a wide-tooth comb for styling.

Thinking about coloring your blūm extensions? Read our Guide to Coloring blūm Extensions before you start.

Maintaining Your blūm Extensions

Daily Care

• Use a leave-in conditioner or lightweight oil.
• Always apply a heat protectant before heat styling.

Nighttime Routine

• Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase.
• Wrap your hair in a silk or satin scarf or bonnet.

Storage

• Store your extensions in a blūm Beauty Tote or Clutch.
• Ensure they are completely dry before storing.

Dos and Don'ts for blūm Extensions

Dos:

• Be gentle when handling your extensions.
• Use sulfate-free, gentle hair products.
• Store extensions properly when not in use.

Don'ts:

• Don't sleep with wet extensions.
• Don't use excessive heat styling.
• Don't use products containing alcohol.

For winter-specific care tips, check out Winter Hair Care: Protecting Your blūm Extensions in Cold Weather.

Caring for Your Natural Hair While Wearing Extensions

Your blūm extensions will look best when your natural hair is healthy. Learn more about scalp and hair care in our Caring for Your Natural Hair and Scalp While Wearing blūm Hair Extensions.

Final Thoughts

Your blūm extensions are an investment in your style. Follow these care instructions to keep them beautiful, blendable, and long-lasting.

We can't wait to see you #inBlum! Tag us @blumbyteyonah and use #inBlum to share your looks. 💜