how to remove hair extension

"Where the extensions have been worn, you may notice a little cluster of old hair and product residue - do not worry this is completely normal," he assures. "However, it is important that you comb this away so that you can thoroughly cleanse your hair. Using the tail of your pintail comb or your fingers, slowly prise apart the hair loosening the tangle. Do not go straight in with the comb and try to brush it out as this will cause unnecessary tension and remember that on average we lose around 50/100 hairs a day so please don't be alarmed by the amounted hairs in the cluster - it is completely normal."

HOW TO REMOVE TAPE EXTENSIONS

"Spritz the tape bonds with bond remover and allow the solution to slide in-between the bonds and sit for one minute," explains Patrick. "Slowly start peeling back the tape."

A helpful tip from Patrick is to use the tail of a tail comb to slide in between the wefts. "The remover will release the two bonds and they will slip right out. To properly remove tape in extensions you will not need to pull them, this will cause damage. Simply continue to drench the tabs and add more remover and allow the remover to seep between the bonds. This will cause the adhesive to break down."

HOW TO REMOVE WEAVE EXTENSIONS

"For this you will definitely need a second pair of hands - you can't remove these on your own," warns Patrick. You will also need scissors, section clips and a comb. "Feel for the section where the track has been sewn in and section away the surrounding hair with a clip. Using your scissors, carefully cut the thread attaching the weave to the braid.

According to Patrick, it is best to cut the straight length of weave thread between each crisscross. "Once you have cut the thread, use your pin tail comb to slowly ease away the thread. The weft should easily come away from the braid and then the next step is to remove the braid. You should notice some synthetic hair that your hairdresser has added into the braid to support your natural hair and release tension. So again don't be alarmed when this added hair falls out of the braid, it's not your natural hair."

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