Yes, and it's actually recommended, especially at the gym or in the shower or sauna.

Tying it back or braiding it stops sweat and friction tangling your weft or tape hair extensions at the root. If a high or low ponytail is important to you, mention it at your consultation, since it may change how we apply your extensions and we can set realistic expectations from there.

Not if your weft or tape hair extensions are fitted and looked after properly. Damage usually comes from wearing them too long between moves, rough brushing, skipping the aftercare routine, or tension issues from not being applied correctly. We'll talk you through all of this at your appointment or free consultation at The Nest in Perth.

Yes. Just rinse out chlorine or salt water afterwards, and use a protective product beforehand if you're swimming a lot. This applies to both weft and tape hair extensions.

Tie your hair back loosely in a braid or low ponytail to stop your extensions tangling overnight.

You can generally go a shade or two darker safely. Lightening is the riskier option and can affect the extensions themselves. Often we'll remove your weft or tape hair extensions, colour your natural hair, then refit them afterwards. Some extensions need a light toner top up down the track to keep your colour looking right.

It comes down to colour match, application, and what your natural hair is like to start with. Our goal at The Nest is always hair extensions nobody can see. If your hair is very short or fine, keeping it looking seamless takes a bit more effort on your end, washing and styling regularly.

Yes, and it happens with every hair extension brand, not just ours. Sunscreens containing avobenzone or oxybenzone can react with the hair and turn it brassy, orange, or even pink over time. If you wear sunscreen daily, it's worth checking the label and choosing a mineral based one where you can.

We use Charlii, our own in-house weft and tape hair extension brand created a few years ago right here in Perth. Having our own brand means better, consistent quality control and hair stocked on site. No more waiting on a supplier to order hair without knowing if it's the right match, we can get new hair or change your colour on demand.

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During your consultation we will advise you on the best suited extensions for your needs. From there we will book you in for your appointment, you may need to have your hair coloured first to match your hair which can be done on the same day. We can consult about your colour as well during your consultation booking no need to book that separately.

We will then give you a quote and you will be able to make the decision to go ahead or not. If you decide to go ahead we will take a deposit for your appointment and book you in. You can redeem the booking deposit on the day of your appointment. If you do not show up you will not get this back.

You will need to arrive with clean hair from the day prior. If you are having a colour during this appointment you do not have to have clean hair as we will be washing it.

Once we have applied the extensions we will shape(cut) them in the suit your hair and then style to suit.

Please don’t book anything immediately after your hair as this is not an appointment that you want to rush your stylist on. Estimate that the extensions alone will take anywhere from 1-2.5 hours to fit, cut and style depending on the amount of hair needed. If you are having a colour as this can add another 2-3 hours onto your appointment. All up you could be looking at anywhere from 3-6 hour salon visit. Please ask your stylist during your consult what the estimated time frame will be so that you can plan your day.

It will be your responsibility to follow the guidelines to taking care of your extensions. Maintenance is fairly simple if you are used to taking care of your hair. Using the right recommended products, having a blow-dryer to dry your hair after washing and regular grooming is really all they require. If you can’t commit to that then extensions will not be for you and could potentially ruin your hair if not taken care of.

Read here on how to care for your extensions.

It is important you book in your next follow-up appointment or removal appointment if you no longer wish to wear extensions. We can not guarantee that we will be available when you need your hair done otherwise and is important to stay on top of extensions to minimise damage and maximise the longevity of your hair.