Maintaining an active lifestyle doesn’t have to be a hassle while wearing extensions—but the heat, humidity, and sun can do a number on both your natural hair and your Bellami extensions if you’re not prepared. With a few easy tweaks to your routine, you can keep your hair soft, shiny, and tangle-free all summer long.
Here’s how to protect your investment and keep your Bellami extensions looking flawless:
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Protect Your Extensions from Sun Damage
Not all sunscreen is created equal—especially when it comes to your hair. Chemical sunscreens with Avobenzone or Octocrylene can discolor extensions, leaving a pinkish hue that’s hard to correct. Mineral sunscreens are a safer option—they protect your scalp and skin without affecting your hair color or bonds.
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Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
Summer heat = dry ends. Because extensions don’t receive oils from your scalp, they’re more prone to drying out and becoming brittle. Use hydrating leave-in conditioners, nourishing balms, and lightweight oils like Oribe Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil to keep them soft and manageable. Apply to mid-lengths and ends only—never near the wefts or bonds.
Pro tip: A weekly treatment with Oribe’s Gold Lust Transformative Masque or Moisture & Control Deep Treatment Masque will keep everything buttery soft.
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Don’t Forget UV and Heat Protection
Just like your skin, your hair needs protection from UV rays. We love Oribe Invisible Defense Universal Protection Spray—it’s lightweight, safe for extensions, and protects against both sun and heat styling.
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Be Smart with Heat Tools
Between flat irons, curling wands, and Alabama heat, your hair can only take so much. Keep hot tools at medium to low settings and always use a protectant. For heatless waves, apply Oribe Gold Lust Restorative Night Crème to dry hair, braid it before bed, and wake up to soft, effortless texture without any heat damage.
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Swim Without Stressing
Yes, you can swim with extensions—just do it smart.
1.Wet your hair with clean water first.
2.Apply a leave-in like Oribe Supershine Light or Run-Through Detangling Primer to help seal the hair.
3.Secure it in a braid or bun to minimize tangling.
4.Rinse immediately after swimming to remove chlorine or salt.
This helps prevent dryness, matting, and discoloration caused by minerals in water.
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Brush Like a Pro
Extensions need brushing—daily. Use a soft bristle brush or any brush without balls on the tips and always start at the ends, working your way up. Hold the roots as you brush to reduce tension on the wefts. Don’t forget to brush before washing or sleeping to avoid tangling.
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Combat Dryness the Right Way
•Avoid round brushes and tools with ball-tip bristles—they can snag and stretch the hair.
•Clarify every 4–6 weeks with Oribe The Cleanse Clarifying Shampoo to remove buildup and mineral deposits.
•Follow with a lightweight conditioner like Oribe Beautiful Color Conditioner—rich enough to nourish, but light enough for extension hair.
•Skip heavy oils and silicone-based serums that can weigh down or dull your hair.
•Stick with sulfate-free shampoos (like ALL Oribe shampoos) to cleanse without stripping your hair’s natural balance.
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Need Help Choosing the Right Products?
Your stylist can help recommend a personalized routine based on your extension type—whether you’re wearing K-Tips, Volume or Flex Wefts, Tape-Ins, or Infinity Wefts.
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Ready for Summer Hair Goals?
We’re offering 20% off all new Bellami extension installs through July! Whether you’re adding fullness, length, or both—we’ve got you covered, and we’ll walk you through exactly how to take care of them.
Book a free consultation with a certified Bellami stylist today to get started.