3 Ways Your Damaging Your Hair Extensions

I was recently asked if it is possible to ruin human hair extensions. I was puzzled. Why would it NOT be possible was the first thing I thought to myself. Human hair is human hair. The person who asked me the question explained the hair was “dead” because it was removed from the host and already killed so damage couldn’t happen. Well, this isn’t true at all. You can always remove hair that has been removed from the host.

Ways to ruin your hair extensions:

1. Cheap brushes. First, brushing hair extensions should be minimal. Don’t apply the 100 strokes rule every night. Second, cheap brushes can knot hair or tear it. If you buy gold standard hair extensions then spend the extra money for a quality brush.

2. Perms. Sure, they are on their way back into style but they can damage hair in a big way. If you want curly hair, buy naturally curly hair extensions or a wig. Perms have to be redone every four to six months and it is a heavy process. Avoid the damage by using hot rollers, a curling iron or buying already curly hair.

3. Too much shampoo. You do not need to wash hair extensions every day or every other day. You should only wash your hair extensions when dirty or every other week. Even once a week is better than once a day. Too much washing of hair (extensions or not) will dry out and damage your mane.

Until next time,

Niki Motz, Owner of Pelo hair Los Angeles

The Benefits of Having Bangs!

Many women love bangs but are afraid to cut their own locks. We offer a product called "Bangin' Bangs" and it is sold in a variety of colors. Plus, the product can be dyed. We suggest you take the "Bangin' Bang" product to your stylist, or even a Fantastic Sam's" and have them tailored to your face shape and personal style.

Real bangs need to be trimmed frequently. Our bang extension products eliminate this hassle and the constant cost. Adding or removing the "Bangin' Bangs" can change your look on a day-to-day basis or even from day to night!

Samples of Spring 2013's bang trends.

Zebra Hair

We have Zebra Hair extensions and Bangin' Bangs. These hair accessories are an important part of remaining trendy and fashionable during 2013.

Trends are not just for teenagers, either. Many celebrities and professional women are adding bang clip-in products are animal print streaks to their manes. These accessories are a great way to try different looks, are kick-up current ones, without having to make a life-long commitment.

Bands, such as our Bangin' Bang products, were recently a hit at the 2013 Oscars. Jennifer Hudson and other celebrities wore the hair accessories to embellish their already stunning looks!

We are taking your questions, via Twitter, about our Bangin' Bang products and Zebra Hair extensions. In the meantime, check out these top hair-care tips for real hair extensions!

Always brush gently with one of the following:
- Wide tooth comb (ends only)
- Loop Brush (med-thick hair)
- Boar bristle brush (med-fine hair)

When blow-drying hair, blow downward with hair, not up into / against hair flow. Dry with fingers then style with a curling iron or flat iron if needed. It is stressful to the hair to do a lot of brushing while blow-drying, causing extension loss.

Always wet hair with tap water, apply conditioner and braid hair before swimming to help avoid tangling. If possible, avoid salt-water pools, which are terrible for extensions.