What is Sew-on-Weaving?

Sew-on-Weaving is used to add volume and length without the use of any resin. The attachment is unnoticeable as hair wefts are sewn onto the natural hair which is braided underneath and cannot be seen. Weaving is a safe technique that does no damage to the client’s own hair, instead protecting it and allowing natural hair growth to continue. Weaves can be worn for up to three months.
Suitability

During an initial consultation, your technician will assess your requirements, lifestyle and hair and scalp condition to confirm that weaving is suitable for you. If your hair is thinning or you have bald patches, weaving may still be considered a suitable option as fibre extensions can be used to create a base upon which to add hair extensions.

The Process

Prior to attaching extensions the natural hair is washed clean and blow-dried with cool air.
The base for attaching weaves is formed by braiding the natural hair into cornrows that sit flat on the scalp. The technician may add fibre to your braids to make them more durable. Wefts of hair are then sewn onto the natural hair, not touching the scalp, with special extension needles and thread. Depending upon requirements, you may choose to have only a few lines of weft attached or a full head of weaves.

Caring for Weaves

Extensions applied by Sew-On-Weaving can last for two to three months although, as the natural hair continues to grow underneath, the weaves will loosen over time. It is recommended that clients return to their salon to have their weave tightened every four weeks and that extensions are removed around eight to twelve weeks after first application.

Whilst you may wash your hair frequently, to take care of your extensions and help maintain their condition, it is recommended that weaves are washed once a week. A low pH shampoo should be used along with specially formulated care products for hair extensions.

When shampooing, apply this to the palm of the hands and rub into a lather before gently massaging into the hair. Take care not to rub vigorously to prevent extension hair from matting.

Conditioners can be used, but these should be very light and care should be taken not to apply this close to where the wefts are attached to avoid clogging the base area. Conditioners tend to leave a residue on the base of the weave, so it is important to rinse thoroughly with warm water. It is best to avoid applying conditioner too close to the scalp.

You should dry weaves by blotting out excess water and, using a cool air setting, completely dry the base of the weave. If human hair has been used, you can style your hair with heated straighteners and tongs.

New to extensions? You may benefit by returning to the salon for your first wash to get used to the experience of living with your new hair.

Depending on the texture of the hair, use either a wide bristle brush or a wide tooth comb and groom your extensions regularly throughout the day and last thing at night. Use styling products recommended by your technician developed specifically for your hair extensions.