how to remove tape in extensions at home

Let’s start by looking at how to take out tape-in hair extensions at home since these are some of the easiest types of extensions to remove yourself. You should be taking them out at least every six weeks, as they grow out with your natural hair and end up too far down your hair if you leave them in for longer. For this reason, many people learn how to remove tape-in extensions themselves anyway.

Tape-in extensions are attached to your natural hair with double-sided tape. You need to use a product that makes the adhesive lose its sticky quality to take them out. The best option is a product designed to avoid damaging your extensions and natural hair. You’ll need to apply the product directly to the tape and rub it in until the tape becomes loose. The tape will then peel away from your hair.

When removing tape-in extensions, start with the lowest pieces and progress up your hair. Any time you encounter a tangle, stop and detangle. Apply more product to make your hair slippery — this will help you brush out the tangles more easily. Once you’re done, you may find there are some small bits of tape in your hair. Make sure you brush everything out to prevent your hair from becoming matted.

Tips for Removing Tape-in Hair Extensions

Use adhesive remover specially made for tape-in extensions.

If it’s an emergency and you need to remove the extensions but don’t have adhesive remover use a natural oil, such as coconut oil, olive oil, baby oil, almond oil, etc. Stay away from oils with chemical bases.

Don’t have access to natural oil products? You can try using peanut butter. Leave the peanut butter on your hair for 30 minutes to allow the natural peanut oils to penetrate the adhesive.

For adhesive or oil-resistant extensions, wash your hair and then apply conditioner. Don’t rinse it out right away. Instead, wrap your head in a towel and leave conditioner on for at least 20 minutes.

Once you get the extensions loosened, gently comb them out of your hair to prevent them from getting tangled in your hair.

Never pull out your tape-in extensions without using approved adhesive remover or the oil method. If you have trouble getting the extensions out using these methods, visit a salon for professional help.