Whether you fall asleep with your clip-in hair extensions in or you're too tired to remember to take them out, you have to be careful not to do any long-term damage. If you want to wear them again, take these precautions when you sleep:

1. DON'T Scratch Your Scalp

In some cases, clip-in hair extensions can rub your scalp until it's irritated. If you have a terrible itch or your wig itches, try tilting your head and rubbing it against the pillow instead of scratching it. Scratching your scalp can cause damage to the tape bonds and cause your extensions to slip out, which is terrible for your hair and the extension bonds.

2. DO Sleep with a Pillow Underneath Your Head

If you sleep on your back, put a pillow under your head. This way, the pressure on your back will be distributed throughout your head and not concentrated in one area.

3. DON'T Sleep on Your Back

Sleeping on your stomach or side is fine, but sleeping on your back is bad for your hair extensions. The pressure of your head against the mattress will pull and push your hair extensions under your scalp, causing the bonds to loosen and damage your hair.

4. DON'T Overheat Your Extensions

Long extensions can be damaging, and that's why it's best to take them out before you get in the shower, especially if your water isn't warm enough to do a deep conditioning treatment. You may burn your scalp if your hair is attached to your head when you shower.

5. DO Secure Your Clip-In Hair Extensions

The last thing you want to do is let them hang loose in your hair. While it may work for some people, it can damage your extensions and natural hair. Try putting a braid in your hair before sleep, so you don't accidentally pull your extensions out or catch them on your pillow.

6. DON'T Sleep on a Wet Wig

Any moisture can cause your extension bonds to slip out of your natural hair, so it's best to take your hair extensions out before you take a shower or if you're going to wash your face.

7. DO Use Hair Spray or Hair Gels

If you use hair spray or hair gels, make sure it's completely dry before you go to bed. If it's not completely dry, it can get on your extensions, causing them to slip out.

8. DON'T Wear Hair Extensions Every Day

Extensions can damage your hair, not to mention they can cause breakage if you wear them too often. Make sure you wear them only when you need them and choose better quality extensions to decrease the amount of breakage.

9. DO Cover Your Extensions Completely

If you use hair extensions, make sure your natural hair covers them. You can even pull your hair into a ponytail or a tight bun if your hair is short. If your extensions are long and you have to pull them back, you can secure them with bobby pins.

10. DO Use Hair Conditioner

Using a hair conditioner before you go to bed will make your scalp less itchy. Mix your hair conditioner with warm water so it doesn't feel like you're applying cold water to your scalp.

Conclusion

Using hair extensions doesn't have to be difficult, especially if you're using clip-in hair extensions. You can normally sleep while they're in, and they're easy to remove. The most important thing is to ensure they're secured, so they don't slip out.

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