Your Sew-In Maintenance Schedule: How to Keep Your Install Fresh, Flat, and Flawless
If your sew-in looks amazing on day one but starts to:
❌ puff
❌ tangle
❌ frizz
❌ lift
❌ itch
❌ lose shape
…you’re not alone.
A sew-in is only as good as the maintenance routine behind it — and most women were never taught how to maintain one properly.
This guide gives you the exact Belle Société maintenance schedule that keeps your sew-in:
✨ flat
✨ silky
✨ long-lasting
✨ tangle-free
✨ odor-free
✨ scalp-safe
✨ natural-looking
Let’s break it down.
How Long a Sew-In Should Last
With proper maintenance:
✨ 6–8 weeks is the sweet spot.
Anything past 8 weeks risks:
– matting at the roots
– breakage in the braids
– mildew from sweat buildup
– tension on the leave-out
– scalp irritation
Your extensions can last MUCH longer — but your install should not.
THE BELLE SOCIÉTÉ SEW-IN MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
This schedule is optimized for:
✔ longevity
✔ scalp health
✔ minimal tangling
✔ low shedding
✔ natural hair protection
Let’s break it down by routine:
DAILY SCHEDULE
1. Detangle Gently (1–2 Times Daily)
Use:
✔ wide-tooth comb
✔ fingers
✔ extension-safe brush
Start from the ends → work upward.
Prevents tangling + breakage.
2. Hydrate Lightly
Use:
✔ anti-frizz spray
✔ light leave-in spray
✔ hydrating mist
Avoid:
❌ heavy oils
❌ thick serums
❌ edge control near the roots
Light hydration = longevity.
3. Protect the Nape
The nape mats fastest due to friction with clothing.
Finger-detangle this area daily.
4. Night Protection
Before bed:
✔ wrap leave-out with silk scarf
✔ braid hair loosely
✔ wear satin bonnet
This alone extends wear by 30–40%.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
1. Wash Every 7–10 Days
Use:
✨ sulfate-free shampoo
✨ gentle scalp cleansing
✨ mid-shaft-to-ends conditioning
Avoid over-scrubbing the wefts — it causes shedding.
2. Deep Condition the Natural Hair (Not the Wefts)
Your natural hair needs moisture even while braided down.
If possible:
✔ lift the tracks
✔ condition the scalp lightly
✔ rinse thoroughly
This prevents dryness + itching + breakage.
3. Blow-Dry Completely
Never air-dry a sew-in.
Moisture trapped at the tracks =
mildew → odor → itching → breakage.
Belle rule:
✨ The hair AND braids must be 100% dry.
EVERY 2 WEEKS
1. Flat-Iron the Leave-Out (Only if Necessary)
Limit heat use.
Natural hair blends better when it’s:
✔ hydrated
✔ protected
✔ wrapped nightly
2. Trim Split Ends on Leave-Out
Keeps the blend fresh and natural.
EVERY 4 WEEKS (MID-POINT CHECK)
At week 4:
✔ check the braids
✔ look for slipped tracks
✔ refresh leave-out
✔ trim ends
✔ reset hydration routine
You can often extend longevity another 2–3 weeks with a mid-install refresh.
WHAT NOT TO DO (Most Women Make These Mistakes)
❌ do not oil the scalp excessively
❌ do not sleep with hair loose
❌ do not use heavy edge control daily
❌ do not scratch aggressively
❌ do not skip wash days
❌ do not let the hair air-dry
❌ do not use very high heat
❌ do not leave your sew-in past 8 weeks
These lead to:
– matting
– breakage
– odor
– shedding
– scalp irritation
HOW BELLE SOCIÉTÉ HAIR MAKES MAINTENANCE EASIER
Because our extensions are:
✨ clean-beauty processed
✨ organically treated
✨ cuticle-safe
✨ low-tangle
✨ low-shedding
✨ not silicone-coated
✨ not chemically stripped
Maintenance is easier because:
✔ the hair stays soft longer
✔ hydration lasts
✔ styles last longer
✔ tangling is reduced
✔ odor is less common
✔ blending takes less effort
FAQs
How often should I wash my sew-in?
Every 7–10 days.
How long should a sew-in last?
6–8 weeks.
Why does my sew-in smell?
Improper drying.
Can Belle hair be reused?
Yes — many times.
Should I oil my scalp?
Lightly, only if dry.
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Final Thoughts: A Sew-In Lasts As Long As You Maintain It
A flat, silky, long-lasting sew-in is NOT luck.
It’s:
✔ technique
✔ routine
✔ quality hair
✔ clean products
✔ proper drying
✔ Belle Société processing
Follow this schedule and your sew-in will stay expensive, soft, and flawless from install to takedown.