Hair Extension Experts Johannesburg
Hair Extension Maintenance
Professional maintenance helps keep your hair extensions comfortable, secure and beautifully blended while allowing us to assess the condition and placement of your extensions as your natural hair grows.
Why Hair Extension Maintenance Matters
As your natural hair grows, your extension attachments gradually move further away from the scalp. Regular maintenance allows your Hair Extension Expert to assess the placement of the extensions, check your natural hair and reposition or replace the attachments where required.
How often you need maintenance and how long your appointment takes depends on the hair extension method you are wearing.
Tape Hair Extension Maintenance
Recommended maintenance: Every 5–6 weeks
Approximate appointment time: 90 minutes
Tape hair extension maintenance is required every 5–6 weeks. During your maintenance appointment, we carefully remove your tape
hair extensions
using a specialised solvent spray.
The previous adhesive is removed from the bonds and replaced with fresh tape before the extensions are reinstalled. We stock both 3cm and 4cm wide tapes, allowing your technician to select the most suitable tape for the attachment and placement.
Your extensions are then reinstalled in a placement pattern suited to your hair, style and preferences. A reshaping cut can also be performed after installation if required. A typical tape extension maintenance appointment takes approximately 90 minutes.
Micro Ring Hair Extension Maintenance
Recommended maintenance: Every 6–8 weeks
Approximate appointment time: 3–4 hours
Micro ring hair extension maintenance is generally required every 6–8 weeks. As your natural hair grows, the rings move further away from the scalp and need to be professionally assessed and repositioned.
During maintenance, your technician will assess the rings, the extension placement and the condition of your natural hair before repositioning the extensions where appropriate. A micro ring maintenance appointment usually takes approximately 3–4 hours.
Keratin Bond Hair Extension Maintenance
Recommended maintenance: Every 6–8 weeks
Approximate appointment time: 4–5 hours
Keratin bond hair extension maintenance is generally required every 6–8 weeks. As your natural hair grows, the bonds move further away from the scalp and need to be professionally assessed.
Depending on the age and condition of the bonds, your technician can advise on the appropriate maintenance process and assess whether the placement remains suitable for your natural hair. Keratin bond maintenance typically takes approximately 4–5 hours.
Weft Hair Extension Maintenance
Recommended maintenance: Every 6–8 weeks
Approximate appointment time: 2–3 hours
Weft hair extension maintenance is generally required every 6–8 weeks. As your natural hair grows, the weft attachment moves further away from the scalp and needs to be repositioned.
During your appointment, the existing attachment is assessed and the weft is repositioned closer to the scalp where appropriate. Correct positioning helps maintain comfort, security and a natural-looking result. Weft maintenance generally takes approximately 2–3 hours.
Maintenance for Other Hair Extension Methods
We work with a range of professional hair extension systems. If you are unsure which method you are wearing or which maintenance appointment you need, contact our team and we can guide you.
Tell Us How Your Extensions Have Been Feeling
At your maintenance appointment, it is important to tell your Hair Extension Expert about any problems or discomfort you may have experienced since your previous installation.
For example, if bonds have been visible in finer areas, your scalp has felt sensitive or a particular placement has been uncomfortable, your technician can assess this and adjust the installation where possible.
Maintenance is not simply about moving the extensions up. It is also an opportunity to reassess your installation and make adjustments as your natural hair, lifestyle and needs change.
What Happens at a Hair Extension Maintenance Appointment?
01. Your extensions and natural hair are assessed.
02. Existing attachments are removed, adjusted or repositioned according to your extension method.
03. Your extension placement can be adapted where necessary for comfort, discretion and your preferred style.
04. Your extensions are blended and reshaped where appropriate for a natural-looking finish.
Hair Extension Maintenance Times
Tape Extensions
Every 5–6 weeks · Approximately 90 minutes
Weft Extensions
Every 6–8 weeks · Approximately 2–3 hours
Micro Ring Extensions
Every 6–8 weeks · Approximately 3–4 hours
Keratin Bond Extensions
Every 6–8 weeks · Approximately 4–5 hours
Between Hair Extension Maintenance Appointments
Good home care plays an important role in keeping your extensions looking and feeling their best between appointments. Follow the aftercare recommended by your technician and avoid waiting too long if your extensions begin to feel loose, uncomfortable or difficult to manage.
If you are unsure whether your extensions are ready for maintenance, send our team clear photographs and we can guide you.
Book Hair Extension Maintenance in Johannesburg
Book your maintenance appointment with one of our Hair Extension Experts or contact us if you are unsure which service you require.
Want to understand the different extension methods?
Read our Hair Extension Guide.