Once you start wearing extensions, hair extension care at home is your top priority for your new tresses! Whether you’re wearing tape ins, keratin bonds, wefts, or another method, the hair extension care products you use matter. The wrong ones can dry out your extensions, weaken bonds, and shorten your wear time. The right ones will keep everything looking salon-fresh for as long as possible.
Big Kizzy was founded by a stylist, so we know exactly what you need for gorgeous strands. First, we’ll share our faves from our hair care collection, then we’ll give you some quick hair extension care tips. It’s all about sticking to a routine that works best for you with high-quality products you can count on. Get the details below!
Our Top Recommended Hair Extension Care Products
Ready to stock up on the essentials? These are the Big Kizzy products our experts reach for first for keeping extensions in stunning shape:
F.A.T.T. Shampoo and Conditioner
Finding a hair extension shampoo and conditioner that actually works for extensions is worth the effort, and ours is the one you’ll always come back to. Both the F.A.T.T. Shampoo and Conditioner are designed specifically for fragile, color-treated hair and the unique needs of extensions and fine hair. They’re fortified with Biotin and a blend of potent vitamins that clean, nourish, and strengthen the hair without being harsh on bonds.
The shampoo is packed with ingredients like green tea to soothe the scalp and fight frizz while adding shine. The conditioner follows up with amino acids and botanical extracts that repair and condition the hair shaft, leaving everything softer and more manageable. Use this duo 2 to 3 times a week for the best results, and avoid washing more frequently than that to keep your bonds strong.
Thairapy™ Hair Repair Oil
Every solid hair extension care routine needs a treatment to nourish your strands, and Thairapy™ Hair Repair Oil is exactly that. Made with 100% natural ingredients including argan, marula, and coconut oils, it absorbs into the hair cuticle rather than sitting on top, restoring moisture and shine without any greasy residue.
It also works as a heat protectant, which is a big deal for extension wearers since extensions are more vulnerable to heat damage than natural hair. A few sprays on dry or damp hair before styling is all it takes. Fine hair can start with 1 to 2 sprays, while thicker or more damaged hair can go up to 6 to 8 sprays for a deeper treatment.
Thick Chick Volumizing Foam
Extensions add length, but volume is a whole other story, especially at the roots. Thick Chick Volumizing Foam is a root-boosting foam designed to deliver lift, movement, and touchable volume for all hair types without any sticky residue. It’s formulated with standout ingredients like kelp, sunflower extract, and burdock extract, which work together to promote a healthier scalp, condition the hair, and even offer some natural UV protection to prevent color fading.
To use it, pump 2 to 3 pumps into your palm, apply to clean towel-dried hair section by section starting at the roots, and either blow dry for full volume or air dry for natural movement with added lift.
Essential Hair Extension Care Tips for Your Routine
Taking care of your extensions goes beyond the products you use. Adding these hair extension care tips to your routine will help your hair last longer and look better between appointments.
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Brush gently and always start from the ends, working your way up to avoid putting tension on the bonds.
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Wash your extensions 2 to 3 times a week at most. Overwashing dries out the hair and can weaken bonds over time.
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Always apply a heat protectant before using hot tools. Extensions are more vulnerable to heat damage than natural hair.
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Sleep with your hair in a loose braid or low ponytail to reduce friction and tangling overnight.
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Book your move-up or removal appointments on schedule. Leaving extensions in too long puts unnecessary stress on your natural hair underneath.
Find All Your Extension Must-Have Products at Big Kizzy
A good hair extension care routine doesn’t have to be complicated. Start with a gentle, extension-safe shampoo and conditioner, add a nourishing treatment oil, and finish with a volumizing foam to keep things looking full and fresh. Our products cover all the bases and work together to keep your extensions healthy, wear after wear.
Visit our website to shop the full Big Kizzy collection and find all of your hair extension essentials for maintenance, application, and removal.