How to look after your install

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Can I wash my hair while it is in crochet braids? This answer would be dependent on the hair you select. Most style you are able to wash GENTLY. For many clients, cleansing the scalp and oiling the scalp works fine during the time you’ll have the style in. During your appointment I go through all maintenance and tips to keep your style as long as possible. How do I maintain my illusion crochet braids? For most styles, because this will be done with synthetic hair, it is first important to note that constantly separating synthetic hair will be your best bet. Synthetic hair usually mattes and tangles when it is unbothered, also causing it to age faster. So when you are taking care of the hair you’ll need to separate the curls and twist is down in 4 sections. Can I use any products on my hair? Yes the first is oil! Please give your scalp some good ole TLC during your protective style by oiling your scalp about 3-4 days a week. To rejuvenate the hair, you’ll be fine using the following: • Non Alcoholic Mousse. • ORS Heat Protectant Serum • Light leave in conditioner mixed with water. *Remember when putting products on synthetic hair: Less in more How do I take down my crochet? 1. Cut out all Synthetic hair as close as you can to your cornrows without cutting your own hair 2. Dampen your hair with water, then add a moisture rich deep conditioner to your braids 3 let sit for at least 30 minutes to help create slip between the synthetic hair and your cornrows 4. Look for the tail end of your braids, somewhere in the middle. The tails should be tucked underneath the other braids so it is best to use 2 mirrors to help guide you- pull up the ends and start unraveling the braid. 5. Be sure to unravel the braid close together to ensure you do not tangle you hair- TAKE YOUR TIME 6. As you unravel also use your fingers to help take out any buds that are left for the Synthetic hair. Unraveling should help the rest of the hair come out.