Help! My Hair Extensions Turned Pink

Imagine the shock: you’ve just invested in a luxurious set of 100% human hair extensions, and they've unexpectedly turned a startling shade of peachy pink. You might wonder if it's your fault or if the extensions were flawed.

If you've ever faced the frustration of hair extension discoloration, we understand your dismay—but don't despair! This issue is more common than you might think, affecting all brands of hair extensions. Thankfully, our quality control team has pinpointed both the causes and solutions. We're here to arm you with knowledge to protect your cherished extensions from future mishaps.

Understanding the Causes of Hair Extension Discoloration

Have you noticed your hair extensions adopting an unwanted rosy tint? It's all about the chemistry involved. Products like sunscreen, hairspray, and moisturizers, which contain UV stabilizers for sun protection, can react with your extensions. Unlike our natural hair, extensions lack a direct connection to the scalp and, consequently, miss out on natural oils that protect and nourish our hair. This absence makes them more vulnerable to damage and color changes, including those unexpected pink or peach tones.

Proper care is crucial to maintain the integrity and longevity of your extensions.

Common Culprits Behind Color Changes:

• Hard Water: High mineral content in water can alter the color of hair extensions.
• UV Exposure: Direct sunlight or tanning beds can fade and change the color of your extensions.
• Chemical Sunscreen: Certain ingredients in sunscreens can cause chemical reactions with the hair.
• Salt Water: Exposure to salt water can dry out extensions and leach color.
• Chlorine: Chlorine can drastically alter the color of your extensions, turning them anything from green to pink.

Identifying Signs of Discoloration

It's crucial to spot early signs of discoloration in your hair extensions. A telltale sign is a shift in color, such as pink, purple or orange hues at the tips, indicative of product buildup or environmental damage. Monitoring these signs can help you take proactive steps, like using clarifying shampoos, to prevent further damage and keep your extensions looking vibrant.

Professional Solutions for Discolored Hair Extensions

If discoloration occurs, here’s what a professional stylist should do:

1. Stay Calm: Avoid using toner to fix the discoloration.
2. Deep Clean: Wash the extensions with a deep cleansing shampoo.
3. Treat: Apply Malibu C CPR Treatment and develop under heat for up to 45 minutes.
4. Repeat if Necessary: Wash thoroughly three times with a deep conditioning shampoo. If discoloration persists, repeat the CPR treatment.
5. Restore: After treating, apply Malibu C Miracle Repair and develop under heat for 5 minutes.
6. Nourish: Use a moisturizing leave-in conditioner and heat protector.
7. Style: Proceed to style as usual.

For blonde extensions, include a dip in a silver shampoo solution post-washing to maintain color integrity. For darker shades (level 7 and above), the CPR may remove some pigment, necessitating a toner post-treatment to restore the dark color before final steps.

By understanding and addressing the root causes of hair extension discoloration, you can enjoy beautiful, lasting results.