Your Hair, Your Crown — Protect It
Raw hair extensions aren't just a style choice — they're a statement. At Simply Raw Extensions, we source only the finest unprocessed hair so you can wear it with confidence, knowing it will move, shine, and last the way real hair should. But even the highest-quality raw hair needs proper care to maintain its texture, luster, and longevity.
With the right routine, your extensions can last 5+ years. Here's everything you need to know.
Why Proper Care Is Everything
Raw hair is unprocessed, meaning it retains its natural cuticle layer — the very thing that gives it that incomparable shine and softness. Neglect strips that cuticle, leading to tangling, dryness, and premature shedding. A consistent care routine preserves the integrity of the hair and protects your investment.
Washing Your Raw Hair Extensions
How often? Wash your extensions every 1–2 weeks, or when product buildup becomes noticeable. Over-washing can dry out the hair; under-washing leads to buildup that weighs it down.
What to use: Opt for a sulfate-free, moisturizing shampoo and a deeply hydrating conditioner. Avoid clarifying shampoos for regular use — they're too harsh for raw hair.
Technique by texture:
- Straight (Divine Collection – Cambodian): Detangle gently before washing. Wash in a downward motion to prevent tangling. Rinse thoroughly with cool water to seal the cuticle.
- Body Wave (Glam Collection – Brazilian): Use your fingers to gently work shampoo through the wave pattern. Avoid scrubbing — let the product do the work. Scrunch conditioner in and rinse with cool water to preserve the wave.
- Deep Wave & Kinky Curly (Slay Collection – Malaysian): Section the hair before washing. Apply conditioner generously and use a wide-tooth comb or your fingers to detangle while the conditioner is in. Rinse carefully to maintain the curl pattern.
Nighttime Care: Protect Your Investment While You Sleep
What you do at night matters just as much as your daytime routine. Friction from cotton pillowcases is one of the leading causes of tangling and frizz.
- Wrap your hair in a silk or satin scarf before bed, or switch to a silk/satin pillowcase.
- For longer lengths or curly textures, loosely braid or twist the hair before wrapping to prevent tangling overnight.
- Store loose bundles in a silk bag when not in use to protect them from dust and friction.
Color Treatment: What's Safe, What's Not
Because our extensions are 100% raw and unprocessed, they can be dyed, bleached, and colored — but we always recommend proceeding with care.
- Dyeing: Raw hair takes color beautifully. Always do a strand test first and use a professional-grade dye.
- Bleaching: Possible, but lightening more than 2–3 levels at once can compromise the hair's integrity. We strongly recommend visiting a professional colorist for bleaching services.
- Toning: Safe and effective for neutralizing brassiness after lightening.
- After color treatment: Deep condition immediately and weekly thereafter to restore moisture and maintain softness.
Pro tip: The Divine Collection (Cambodian) is particularly well-suited for color work due to its naturally fine, silky texture.
Collection-Specific Care Tips
Divine Collection – Cambodian Hair: Naturally fine and silky with a beautiful natural luster. This hair thrives with lightweight moisture — avoid heavy butters or oils that can weigh it down. A light leave-in conditioner and shine serum are your best friends.
Glam Collection – Brazilian Hair: Known for its thickness and body, Brazilian hair is incredibly resilient. It responds well to deep conditioning treatments and can handle more product without feeling weighed down. Embrace its natural fullness.
Slay Collection – Malaysian Hair: Silky, dense, and naturally low-maintenance. Malaysian hair holds styles exceptionally well and has a natural sheen that's hard to match. Keep it moisturized and minimize manipulation to let its natural beauty shine.
The Simply Raw Standard
When you invest in Simply Raw Extensions, you're investing in hair that's built to last. With the right care routine — consistent washing, mindful styling, protective nighttime habits, and smart color choices — your extensions will reward you with years of flawless wear.
Wear it raw. Wear it real. Wear it with confidence.
Shop the Divine, Glam, and Slay Collections at Simply Raw Extensions and experience the difference that truly raw hair makes.