How to Wash and Maintain Feather Crochet Hair?

You've had your investment on for a while now, I mean your feather crochet hair☺️. You may be wondering, “Can I wash them?” Well, the truth is you can, and you don't have to be bothered that they'll be ruined.

These protective hair extensions are quite the deal for their style, volume, and lusciousness. However, it is also very important to wash and maintain them correctly to avoid tangles and frizz and keep them looking fresh and fabulous.

Since they can collect oil, product buildup, and sweat, let's see how you can wash and maintain your feather crochet hair in this post.

How to Wash Your Feather Crochet Hair While Installed Without Causing Damage?

It's no secret that your strands might fall out if you do not wash feather crochet hair properly. For easy steps that cause no damage to your hair extensions, follow the tips below.

Pro Tip: Wash your feather crochet hair after every two to three weeks. You only need to wash it more often if you exercise a lot or perform more daily tasks and sweat more than normal.

Step 1: Gather the Washing Tools You Need

Before you dive into the process, it is always best to have your tools at hand and beside you. So, go get all the tools you need. You can follow this list right here:

- A sulfate-free shampoo

- A nourishing conditioner

- Mousse

- Microfiber towel

- Diffuser

- Serum

- Leave-in spray

- Wide-tooth comb

- Hair clips

- Spray bottle

Step 2: Detangle Your Feather Crochet Hair

Once you've gathered your tools, use your fingers to detangle your feather crochet hair. Make sure to start from the tips, then work your way up to the root.

If it's not untangling easily, you can apply a bit of lightweight oil to your hands before trying it again. Do not soak your hair in water just yet. Instead, focus on getting every area well detangled.

Step 3: Separate the Hair into Sections

Next, divide the hair into different sections. You can create about four to six sections and hold each of them with a hair clip or elastic band. By placing them in sections, you won't have to worry about tangles while you wash.

However, do not hold them too tight or pull on your roots. The sections should be as loose as possible but snug enough to keep your hair together. This is especially important for those with medium to long feather crochet hair.

Step 4: Dilute Your Sulfate-free Shampoo

Many people make the mistake of applying a concentrated shampoo to their feather crochet hair. This can roughen the hair and even make it difficult to rinse.

So, I'll advise that you mix your shampoo with warm water in a spray bottle. This makes not only the application easier, but also makes it easy to rinse out without getting all your hair length soaked.

Step 5: Apply Shampoo to Your Hair

Now, apply your shampoo mixture to the partings of your crochet hair. These areas are usually filled with product buildup and sweat. Be sure to aim for those areas in between your braids or cornrows, the nape of your neck, hairline, crown, and ears.

Using your hands, gently massage your hair. Make sure you do not wash in a circular motion. Instead, move in the direction of your braids.

Note: Do not apply the mixture or shampoo to the length of your hair. Use just enough product for the cleansing.

Step 6: Rinse Your Hair Downward

Now, when you want to rinse, make sure to let the water flow from your roots to the tips. I do not recommend flipping your head upwards. By allowing it to flow to the ends, you're also lightly cleansing the length as you should.

If you want to cleanse it properly, you can use your hands to smooth in sections downwards. That way, you remove the dirt and water. But avoid rubbing or scrubbing your strands as you rinse.

Step 7: Condition Your Strands

Once you've properly rinsed your hair and it doesn’t feel coated, condition the mid-lengths and tips of your feather crochet hair. This is to restore shine and make it luscious again.

Don't go over all of your hair with the conditioner. Start mid-length, then move to the tips. You can scrunch it in sections if the hair is curly.

By keeping the conditioner away from your roots, you're avoiding buildups or mistakenly loosening the knots.

Step 8: Rinse Out the Conditioner

Let the conditioner sit for 15-30 minutes, then rinse the conditioner until the water run clear. Avoid rubbing or wringing the hair. Instead, follow the same rinsing method I explained in step six. You can rinse as many times as you want till you feel the strands are no longer coated with the product.

Step 9: Dry and Refresh Your Feather Crochet Hair

With a microfiber towel, pat dry your hair in sections. Start from the root, then move to the other parting areas. Don't forget to also pat dry the crown, the nape of your neck, and your ear area.

While you dry, do not twist or wring the feather crochet hair extensions. Once it's no longer wet, add your leave-in spray sparingly, go in with a serum and mousse.

Make sure to use these products one after the other without applying too much. Also, do not apply these products to your roots. You do not want your hair to become greasy.

Lastly, use a diffuser to dry your hair completely. And that's it!

You've successfully refreshed and washed your feather crochet hair.

Tips on Maintaining Your Feather Crochet Hair Extensions

Besides washing your feather crochet hair properly, it is also essential that you care for it. Here are a few tips that can help you maintain your hair extensions:

1. Moisturize Lightly Daily

One of the mistakes we make is overapplying products to our feather crochet hair or using heavy oils. This can cause buildups and weigh down the hair extensions.

So, instead, moisturize using a lightweight oil daily to keep the hair soft and luscious. If you notice the strands aren't dry, it's better to skip moisturizing for that day.

2. Finger Detangle Your Feather Crochet Hair

Not all hair extensions need to be brushed using a detangling brush or wide-tooth comb. Avoid using a brush on your hair extensions, especially the curly ones. They cause frizz, break your curls, and loosen the knots. Instead, detangle with your fingers, starting from the tip.

3. Protect Your Hair at Night

Apart from hydrating when necessary and detangling properly, protecting your feather crochet hair at night is just as important. This is to prevent frizz, tangles, and friction.

The easiest way to keep your hair safe is to wear a satin or silk bonnet to bed. These materials do not cause tangles. They also help to lock in moisture, prevent breakage, and reduce friction.

Another way is to pineapple your hair by placing it into a high ponytail that sits almost at the front of your head. If you do, be sure to also use a silk pillowcase; cotton pillowcases can absorb the moisture in your hair and cause friction.

4. Don't Sleep with Wet Hair

Sleeping with wet hair can trap moisture in your braids, inviting mold and causing matting. To avoid the growth of mold or even any unpleasant smell, dry your hair with a microfiber towel and a diffuser before going to bed. You can also air dry if you have time.

How to Care for Your Crochet Hair After Removing Them?

Follow these easy steps to take care of your feather crochet hair after uninstalling them:

Step 1:

Separate each strand to remove every knot. You can use your hands to unravel them carefully. That way, you will make sure knots and tangles don't cause bigger problems once you begin to wash.

Step 2:

Pour lukewarm water into a bowl or your basin, then add a small amount of sulfate-free shampoo.

Step 3:

Dip your feather crochet hair into the water and shampoo bowl and swish a few times. You can also stroke it downwards a few times. However, do not scrub in a circular motion as this can cause matting.

Step 4:

Rinse out the shampoo, then apply a nourishing conditioner. Similar to when it's still installed, apply the product from mid-lengths to the ends. You can let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing the conditioner out with water.

Step 5:

Lay the hair extensions on a microfiber towel and use the other side of the towel to pat dry. Do not twist or wring. Simply press it down before leaving it to air dry.

Step 6:

Let the feather crochet hair dry completely,  then mist it with a leave-in conditioner and water mixture. Store it afterwards inside a silk bag or storage box.

Conclusion

Washing and maintaining your feather crochet hair can help replenish the strands and retain its shape. With the steps and tips in this post, your feather crochet hair should stay fresh and shiny for a long period of time.