How to Grow Your Hair with Sew In Extensions
Sew-in extensions are a great protective style to aide in hair growth when installed and maintained properly.
A protective style is a hairstyle that protects the natural hair from damage caused by daily manipulation and exposure to harsh elements.
A sew-in hairstyle involves braiding the natural hair and sewing in extensions to the braids. The braids protect the natural hair from breakage and damage caused by styling, heat, and chemical treatments.
However, if the sew-in is too tight or left in for too long, it can cause damage. It's important to make sure that the braids are not causing tension and the extensions are not too heavy.
To grow your hair with a sew-in, it's important to maintain a healthy hair care routine. This includes:
Washing your hair once a week
Keeping the scalp clean and moisturized by washing and conditioning regularly, and using a gentle shampoo and conditioner. I recommend using the Volume Shampoo while wearing a sew-in to give your natural hair a gentle detox shampoo while it is braided up to remove sweat and buildup.
Never forgetting to moisturize
Always keep your natural hair moisturized. Deep conditioning the natural hair that is left out for blending will keep the hair strong and moisturized while styling. The Deep Repair Treatment penetrates the hair with keratin protein for stronger strands, while infusing hydration for long lasting moisture.
Avoiding heat
Avoid using heat styling tools which can dry out and damage the hair. Fortunately, there are hair extensions now that can match even the curliest of textures. This makes blending the natural hair with the extensions much easier as to avoid using a lot of heat. When using heat be sure to use a protectant like the Amethyst Oil to prevent heat damage while blending.
Not wearing it for too long
I don’t recommend wearing a sew-in longer than 10-12 weeks. If left in any longer, the natural hair will begin to mat underneath the extensions. Shed hair that is not properly detangled can lock into the natural hair, making removal difficult.
