Hair Guide
Hair Longevity & Quality Guide
About Hair Longevity
Our extensions are premium investment pieces. With proper care, our Classic Collection can last 6–12 months (Human Hair) and our Premium Collection (Virgin Remy Hair & Virgin Hair) 18+ months or longer, and many clients reuse their bundles for multiple installs. Longevity depends on your hair material choice, maintenance routine, and lifestyle.
We proudly offer a range of extension types to match every need, budget, and styling preference. Each product page includes full material details so you always know exactly what you're getting.
Hair Care Do's
For the best hair experience
- Wash in a downward motion: Always wash your extensions in a downward motion to help avoid tangling and matting.
- Use safe heat styling: You may heat style your extensions using temperatures up to 450°F.
- Wrap hair at night: Fight frizz by wrapping your hair in a silk or satin scarf or using a silk/satin bonnet or pillowcase.
- Seal your wefts: Seal wefts with a product like Fray Check before install to reduce shedding.
- Co-wash before install: Gently co-wash your extensions before installing for the best performance.
- Wash regularly: Cleanse your extensions every 3 weeks (or as needed) to remove product build-up.
Hair Care Don'ts
For long-lasting hair
- Do not use sulfate shampoos: Sulfates cause dryness and dullness and can shorten the life of your extensions.
- Do not self-color if untrained: Avoid coloring or using chemicals on your extensions unless you are a professional.
- Do not overuse oils: Heavy oils and butters can create build-up and weigh the hair down.
- Do not comb when soaking wet: Avoid rough combing while wet; this can weaken the wefts and cause breakage.
- Do not sleep with damp hair: Always dry your extensions fully before bed to prevent mildew and odor.
- Do not exceed 450°F: High heat over 450°F can permanently damage the hair shaft.
Care Instructions (All Textures)
Wash Routine
- Shampoo weekly with a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo (pH 7 or lower).
- Do not rub or twist the hair; smooth product through from roots to ends.
- Rinse with lukewarm water.
- Apply conditioner and detangle using a wide-tooth comb, starting from the ends and working up toward the roots.
- Rinse thoroughly and allow hair to air dry whenever possible.
Daily Styling
- Use styling products sparingly to avoid buildup.
- For wavy and curly textures:
- Lightly mist hair with water.
- Detangle with a wide-tooth comb from ends upward.
- Scrunch to revive the curl pattern.
- Allow to air dry.
- For a defined “wet look”:
- Use a water + leave-in conditioner spray mixture.
- Distribute evenly, then scrunch.
Important
- Avoid alcohol-based products; they dry the hair and shorten its lifespan.
- Protect your investment by treating your extensions like your natural hair for maximum wear and results.
Hair Guide
1K Hair FAQ's
Can I change my order?
We will do our best to accommodate order changes before shipment.
Please email all requests to:
📧 support@steppinghighboutique.com
How many bundles do I need for a full install?
- Standard install: 2–3 bundles
- 16–18″ and longer: 3–4 bundles is recommended, as longer lengths have shorter wefts
Clip-Ins:
- 1 set = fullness + subtle length
- 2 sets = longer length + maximum fullness
Tape-Ins:
- Typically 3–5 packs depending on desired fullness
Why was I shipped a longer length?
If your selected length becomes unavailable after your order is placed, we may ship the next length up (example: 12″ upgraded to 14″) to avoid delaying your delivery time.
How long does the hair last?
Bundles & Wigs lifespan:
Longevity depends on proper care and daily maintenance. With proper care, our bundles and wigs can last months to years and be reused multiple times.
Tape-In lifespan:
- 8–12 weeks per install
- Requires professional re-installation/tightening every few weeks as natural hair grows
What maintenance is required?
Please refer to our Hair Guide Page
We also include a customized care guide with every 1K Hair Extension order to help you maintain your extensions for maximum lifespan.
Why is my lace wig or frontal shedding?
Shedding can occur over time due to:
- Normal wear
- Over-plucking
- Excessive heat
- Lace manipulation
This is expected with lace products and not considered a defect.
How is the hair measured?
All bundles are measured stretched straight.
Example: A 12″ kinky-texture bundle will appear shorter in its natural state.
Tape-Ins:
- Available in 18″ and 22″
- 10 pre-taped wefts per pack
Note: Length concerns are not eligible for exchange. Please order accordingly.
How long does shipping take?
Please see our Shipping & Delivery page for current processing and transit times.
Can I color the hair?
Yes! Our hair is 100% human hair (unless otherwise noted) and can be dyed, lifted, or toned.
Important:
Bleaching or chemical coloring may weaken the hair, especially box dyes.
Colored hair requires extra moisture, heat protection, and gentle care.

