How Much Hair Shedding Is Normal When Removing Extensions?
When you’ve struggled with hair loss, the thought of losing hair can make your stomach turn. Naturally, you start to look for solutions to find the thickness and length you’ve been dreaming of, but you’re left wondering: are extensions going to damage my hair further? It’s a valid concern, and one I hear from guests all the time. That’s why understanding how much hair shedding is normal when removing extensions is so important.
On average, we lose anywhere from 75 to 100 hairs a day. This is a natural part of the hair growth cycle, but most people don’t even notice it. These strands fall out gradually throughout the day—you might see a few in your brush, on your pillow, or in the shower drain. If you go several days without washing your hair, you’ll likely notice more hair in the drain during your next wash. This is because all the strands that shed over those days have been sitting on your scalp, waiting to fall out.
Now, let’s add extensions into the mix. When you wear extensions, your natural shedding doesn’t stop, but the shed hairs often get trapped in the beads or bonds for 6 to 8 weeks. So, when it’s time for your move-up appointment and the extensions are removed, all those shed hairs are released at once. This can make it seem like you’re losing more hair than usual, but in reality, it’s just the accumulated shedding from the weeks the extensions have been in place.
Why I Track Your Hair Shedding
As an extension specialist, I carefully track the amount of hair shedding for every guest. This isn’t just about keeping tabs; it’s part of my commitment to ensuring your hair grows longer and stronger with each appointment. There’s no point in wearing extensions if they’re going to damage your natural hair.
By monitoring your hair’s shedding patterns, I can:
Spot Early Signs of Health Issues: Changes in shedding can sometimes signal underlying health concerns. I’ve been able to help guests identify potential issues early simply by noticing differences in their shedding patterns.
Customize Your Extensions: Everyone’s hair can handle a different amount of weight based on their hair’s density and texture. Tracking shedding helps me adjust the amount of hair we use, ensuring we never overburden your natural strands.
Extensions and Hair Health
Unfortunately, not every extension artist takes shedding seriously. I’ve seen far too many cases where guests have been left with damaged hair because their previous stylist ignored the signs. Many artists will keep reinstalling extensions without paying attention to how much hair is being shed. Over time, this can lead to significant damage, leaving your hair in worse condition than when you started.
That’s why I’m so meticulous about tracking shedding and adjusting your extensions accordingly. Extensions should enhance your hair, not ruin it. By carefully monitoring your hair’s health and making necessary adjustments, we can ensure your extensions help you achieve your goals without sacrificing your natural hair’s integrity.
If you’ve ever felt like your hair was worse off after extensions, it might be time for a new approach. Click the link below to set up a free consult call!
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