To keep your Muse + Vale extensions looking beautifully soft, glossy and luxurious, we recommend having the following essentials in your haircare collection:
Cleansing & Hydration
- Colour Wow Colour Security Shampoo & Conditioner / Pureology Hydrate Shampoo & Conditioner / Redken All Soft Shampoo & Conditioner
- Colour Wow Money Masque Deep Hydration Treatment
Protection & Styling
- GHD Bodyguard Heat Protect Spray / Moroccan oil Perfect Defence
- Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hair Oil
- Heatless Curlers
- Satin Scrunchies
Brushes & Accessories
- Soft Denman brush or Tangle Tamer Brush
- Luxury Microfibre Hair Towel
- Silk or Satin Pillowcase
These simple essentials will help maintain the softness, shine and longevity of your extensions while protecting your investment.
Luxury hair deserves luxury care.
At Muse + Vale, our premium Remy human hair extensions are carefully sourced, ethically collected and super double drawn to provide exceptional fullness from root to tip. Designed to look and feel like the finest natural hair, they can remain beautiful for many months when cared for correctly.
Just like luxury fashion pieces, premium hair extensions require thoughtful maintenance. A little extra care goes a long way in preserving their softness, shine and longevity.
Before We Begin: What Can Damage or Discolour Extensions?
Many clients are surprised to learn that everyday products and environmental factors can affect the appearance of their extensions.
Some of the most common causes of dryness, fading and discolouration include:
- Sunshine & UV Exposure
- Extended periods in direct sunlight can naturally lighten hair extensions over time, particularly blonde shades. UV exposure can also contribute to dryness and loss of shine.
- Holidays & Hot Climates
- Hair often becomes drier when travelling abroad due to increased sun exposure, swimming, air conditioning and frequent washing. For this reason, we recommend increasing your use of hair oil and deep conditioning treatments whilst away.
Sunscreen
Many sunscreens contain ingredients that can react with hair extensions, particularly lighter shades, causing unwanted pink, peach or orange tones.
Always apply sunscreen before styling your hair and avoid direct contact with the lengths whenever possible. You need Avobenzone free suncream.
Perfume
Perfume contains alcohol, which can dry out extensions and affect their condition over time. Avoid spraying fragrance directly onto your hair.
Instead, apply perfume to your wrists, neck and clothing.
Self-Tan
Fake tan is one of the biggest causes of staining on blonde extensions. Always tie your hair back when applying self-tan and wash your hands thoroughly before touching your hair.
Chlorine, Salt Water & Hard Water
Swimming pools, sea water and mineral-rich water can all contribute to dryness and changes in tone over time. Blonde shades are particularly vulnerable to discolouration from copper and mineral deposits.
Being aware of these factors is one of the easiest ways to preserve the beauty of your extensions.
Less Washing, Better Hair
One of the most common mistakes people make with extensions is washing them too frequently.
Unlike natural hair, extensions do not become oily because they are not attached to your scalp. Over-washing can remove moisture and leave the hair feeling dry.
We recommend washing your extensions every 5–7 days where possible.
When washing:
- Brush the hair thoroughly beforehand.
- Use lukewarm water.
- Gently massage shampoo into the scalp.
- Allow the shampoo to flow through the lengths naturally.
- Shampoo twice.
- Apply conditioner through the mid-lengths and ends only.
- Avoid bonds, tapes or attachment points.
- Rinse thoroughly.
Weekly Hydration is Essential
Because extensions do not receive natural oils from the scalp, regular hydration is key.
Once a week, apply the Colour Wow Money Masque through the mid-lengths and ends.
This luxurious treatment helps replenish moisture, improve softness and restore shine, leaving your extensions feeling beautifully silky and healthy.
Think of it as a weekly spa treatment for your hair.
The Most Overlooked Step: Drying Your Hair
How you dry your hair can have a huge impact on its condition.
After washing, never rub your extensions with a towel.
Instead:
- Gently squeeze excess water from the hair.
- Wrap it in a luxury microfibre towel.
- Leave the towel on whilst completing your skincare, makeup or getting dressed.
A quality microfibre towel absorbs moisture efficiently and can reduce drying time significantly whilst minimising friction and stress on the hair.
This simple step helps reduce heat exposure and supports healthier-looking extensions over time.
Heat Styling: Protect Before You Style
Before using any heated styling tools, always apply a professional heat protectant. For the best long-term results, try to keep styling temperatures below 180°C.
Beautiful Hair Without Heat
One of the easiest ways to extend the lifespan of your extensions is by reducing heat styling wherever possible.
Luxury-looking styles can be achieved using heatless styling methods such as heatless curlers and plaiting.
These methods create soft movement, body and bounce without placing unnecessary stress on the hair.
Daily Luxury: Hair Oil
If there is one product we recommend every extension wearer owns, it is a quality hair oil.
Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hair Oil helps maintain:
- Shine
- Softness
- Smoothness
- Hydration
- Healthy-looking ends
Apply one pump through the mid-lengths and ends daily.
This small habit makes a remarkable difference to the appearance and longevity of your extensions.
Brushing Correctly
Regular brushing prevents tangles and helps maintain smooth, polished hair.
Always begin brushing from the ends and work upwards gently.
Brush your hair: Morning, Evening, Before washing, Before bed and Before and after exercise.
Never pull aggressively through knots, as this can place unnecessary tension on both the hair and fittings.
Night-Time Care
Before bed:
- Ensure your hair is completely dry.
- Brush thoroughly.
- Secure it in a loose braid or low ponytail.
- Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase.
These simple habits reduce friction and help prevent tangling whilst you sleep.
Protect Your Investment
Muse + Vale extensions are designed to deliver beautiful, effortless luxury every day.
By using professional products, minimising heat, protecting your hair from environmental damage and maintaining a consistent aftercare routine, you can help preserve the softness, shine and fullness of your extensions for months to come.
Exceptional hair is never an accident. It is the result of quality, care and attention to detail. Treat your extensions with the same level of luxury they were created with, and they will continue to reward you with beautiful, confidence-boosting hair every single day.