Sleeping with hair extensions can be tricky at first, but with the right tips, you can ensure they stay in the best condition. We spend a third of our day in bed, so it’s important to know how to sleep comfortably and protect your hair.
The first day with extensions might feel a bit uncomfortable. It doesn’t take long to get used to them. Your daily routine doesn’t have to change much. Experts at Beauty Works suggest that you discover tips on how to sleep with hair extensions from their blog. They answer burning questions on this topic, like whether you can sleep with clip or wet hair extensions.
Surprisingly, a lot of damage can occur to our hair during sleep hours without us knowing. That’s why it’s important to follow the right steps and avoid mishaps. If you’re unsure, these tips can help ensure you get it right and have peaceful snoozes.
Can You Sleep With Hair Extensions?
You can sleep with hair extensions if they are a permanent variety like Nanos, I-Tips, Tapes, or a Weave. Clip-In hair extensions or temporary Ponytails should be removed before bedtime as they are not suitable for sleeping. They can cause scalp irritation, tension on natural hair, and result in hair loss.
How To Sleep Comfortably With Hair Extensions?
Extensions can take time getting used to, especially learning to sleep comfortably with them attached. The good news is, after a couple of days, you forget they’re there. Protect them during sleep hours to prevent knots and matting. The best way is to loosely braid and fasten the ends with silk scrunchies for overnight waves and no heat. Check out our blog for more heatless styling hacks and heatless curls in 12 easy ways.
Do’s And Don’ts For Sleeping With Hair Extensions
Do’s
- Do swap to a silk pillowcase. The gentle texture of silk produces much less friction against the hair and skin, reducing knots, tangles, and even wrinkles on the skin!
- Do cover your hair when sleeping. A silk hair bonnet will keep your hair in place while you snooze to prevent your style from dropping out or becoming frizzy, which saves the amount of heat styling on the extensions.
- Brush your hair before bed. Sleeping on knotty hair extensions will only make the tangles worse, which could eventually turn into matting. This is much harder to detangle and can be painful and damaging to your own hair.
- Wear a low ponytail or braid to bed. Gather the hair into a loose, low braid or ponytail while you sleep to stop the hair from becoming knotty or frizzy in the night. Braiding the hair overnight will also add heatless, soft, mermaid-like waves, bonus!
Don’ts
- Never sleep with wet hair extensions. This can cause bacteria to grow inside attachments, leading to irritation or scalp infections. Wet hair extensions can also cause matting and frizz, as the hair is more fragile when wet, leading to damage.
- Never sleep in Clip-In Hair Extensions or Clip-In Ponytails. They aren’t as securely attached as permanent extensions, so they move during sleep, loosening their grip. This puts tension on the scalp and hair, causing breakage. It’s crucial to remove them before bed to avoid matted hair.
Can You Sleep With Clip In Extensions?
No, you shouldn’t sleep with Clip In Extensions. The attachments can get tangled with your natural hair due to movement at night. This can be uncomfortable and difficult to remove, and may even result in hair loss.
How To Store Clip In Hair Extensions At Night?
- To store Clip-In Hair Extensions while sleeping, keep them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
- Use a draw or wardrobe for full head human extensions.
- They arrive in a handy storage box, the perfect size to keep them safe.
- Some people use the hours to air dry them overnight to save time.
- Avoid blow drying; take a while for better results with zero heat.
- Hung on a holder or laid on a clean towel in a dry area.
- It’s a great opportunity for a deep conditioning treatment for dehydrated extensions.
- After washing, apply a mask generously from root to tip.
- Allow the mask to work magic overnight, rinse thoroughly in the morning, and air dry during the day.
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- A session with shampoo, sulfate-free, paraben-free, with rich lather, gently cleanses the scalp and fibers.
- Shea butter infusion helps restore softness.
Protect Your Extensions
Remove Clip In Extensions before bed. When you purchase Clip In extensions online or at the salon, use the Vixen and Blush pouch to keep them. Our finest quality hair and proper maintenance ensure your Clip In set will last years. Since Clip Ins are a temporary method, avoid wearing them for long periods. Use them for special occasions or events. For tips on how to sleep with braids, follow similar care practices.
Tie Your Hair Up
Tie your hair in a loose bun or ponytail. We recommend low hairstyles for hair extensions. Avoid high pony’s or buns. These tips ensure your hair extensions stay looking great and healthy. For how to refresh wavy hair, use similar methods.
MAKE SURE YOUR HAIR IS DRY
Hair and hair extensions are vulnerable to damage when wet. Sleeping with wet hair is harmful and can cause breakage and tangling. Avoid this by ensuring your hair is fully dry before sleeping. We recommend gently drying with a microfibre towel, using a Heat Protection Spray, and blow drying until completely dry. Learn how to tie hair while sleeping at night to further protect your extensions.
BRUSH YOUR HAIR
Hair extensions need regular brushing to redistribute natural oils and ensure your hair doesn’t matt. Gently brush your hair before going to sleep to remove tangles. We recommend brushing with a boar bristle brush to detangle and evenly distribute natural oils. For tips on how to brush wavy hair without it getting frizzy,
BRAID YOUR HAIR
Putting your hair in a loose braid is an easy and damage-free way to sleep with hair extensions. It helps prevent tangling and reduces friction as you move during the night.
USE A SILK PILLOWCASE
Investing in a silk pillowcase can help improve hair health by reducing friction. It also helps hold your hairstyle and reduces frizz for better-looking hair.
INVEST IN A SILK HAIR TURBAN
Silk hair turbans have been used in different cultures for years to preserve your hairstyle through the night and protect your hair from damage. Wrapping your hair in a Silk Turban ensures natural hair oils are redistributed and nourish your hair, leaving it less greasy at the root.
PUT YOUR HAIR INTO A SLEEP BUN
If you have a blow-out and don’t want to braid your hair, try a sleep bun. Put your hair in a loose bun on top of your head and loosely tie it with a silk scrunchie.
Conclusion
Sleeping with hair extensions can seem challenging initially, but with the right techniques, you can keep them in top shape. From using a silk pillowcase and hair turban to gently braiding or tying your hair into a sleep bun, these methods will protect your extensions from damage and tangling. Regular brushing, ensuring your hair is dry before bed, and avoiding Clip-In extensions during sleep are also crucial steps. Follow these tips, and you’ll maintain healthy, beautiful hair extensions and enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep. For more heatless styling ideas, check out our blog.
FAQ’s
How should I sleep with my hair extensions?
Hair should be sufficiently brushed and prepped with product. Fasten it in a braid or loose bun before you fall asleep. Sleeping with hand tied extensions not fastened can increase potential matting and tangling.
Should I wrap my hair extensions at night?
Changing pillowcases and covering your hair and hair extensions is vital. This helps keep your extensions in one place and prevents them from moving while you sleep.
How to care for hair extensions overnight?
Sleep on a satin or silk pillowcase to reduce friction and breakage. Brush often, detangle in the morning and before bed at night. Place your hand at the top of the weft or row to avoid extreme pulling while brushing your hair.
Can I sleep with my hair in a ponytail with extensions?
Never sleep with Clip-In Hair Extensions or Clip-In Ponytails. They aren’t as securely attached as permanent extensions and move during sleep, loosening their grip. This causes tension on the scalp and hair, which can initiate hair breakage.
