Worried about swimming with hair extensions? Relax! With a little prep and post-swim care, you can enjoy the water without wrecking your gorgeous locks. Here’s how to keep your extensions flawless all summer long:
1. Prep Like a Pro
Wet Your Hair First: Rinse with clean water before swimming to minimize chlorine or salt absorption.
Apply a generous amount of Conditioner: This creates a barrier to keep extensions soft and tangle-free.
Braid or Tie It: A loose braid or low ponytail prevents tangling while looking cute!
2. Sunscreen SOS: Save Your Extensions!
Avoid sunscreens with avobenzone—it reacts with chlorine and can turn blonde extensions brassy. Stick to mineral-based options to protect your color.
3. Post-Swim TLC
Rinse Immediately: Rinse out chlorine or salt with clean water, and if you don’t plan to wash your hair immediately, spritz it with a leave-in conditioner like Davines Milk to keep your hair looking Insta-worthy for those perfect post-swim snaps.
Brush Gently: Use a wide-tooth comb to detangle damp hair, starting at the ends working your way to the roots.
Deep Condition: Use sulfate-free shampoo and hydrating conditioner to restore moisture.
4. What to Do if Your Hair is Tangled After Swimming
Don’t Panic: Stay calm and avoid pulling at the knots.
Apply Conditioner: Work in a leave-in conditioner or detangling spray to soften the tangles.
Use a Wide-Tooth Comb: Start detangling gently from the ends and work your way up.
Section It Off: Divide hair into smaller sections to manage tangles more easily.
Seek professional help : Don't try to remove the extensions yourself. Have them professionaly removed to safe guard your natural hair.
Apply Conditioner: Work in a leave-in conditioner or detangling spray to soften the tangles.
Use a Wide-Tooth Comb: Start detangling gently from the ends and work your way up.
Section It Off: Divide hair into smaller sections to manage tangles more easily.
Seek professional help : Don't try to remove the extensions yourself. Have them professionaly removed to safe guard your natural hair.
Swimming doesn’t have to ruin your extensions. Prep before, rinse after, and show your hair some love. Dive in, capture the moment, and let your hair steal the show—because every summer adventure deserves Insta-worthy hair!
Happy swimming, beauties! 🏊‍♀️✨