Have someone help you take the tracks out instead, if desired. [4] X Expert Source Tiffany PateLicensed Cosmetologist Expert Interview. 9 November 2021.

The looser you can get the thread with your fingers, the easier it’ll be to cut.

As you cut the threads, your lace front closure or tracks will begin to come loose.

After you cut a thread, it’s likely that part of the track will just unravel on its own, making it unnecessary to cut every single thread. Remove your weaving cap once all of the tracks are off if you used one.

When you’re taking the weave out of the back of your head where it’s harder to see what you’re doing, go extra slow and rely on your fingers to find the pieces of thread by pulling on them first.

Look for a leave-in conditioner at your local big box store or beauty store. Spray your entire head to be sure all of your hair is moisturized.

Use your fingers to take your braids out instead of a comb, if desired. If there are any threads still connected to your hair, they’ll come loose as you take out your braids.

Detangling your hair before washing it will help make sure it doesn’t form additional knots once it gets wet that are more difficult to get out. Don’t be alarmed if your hair is shedding a lot—this is normal!

If you had any glue in your hair from a lace closure, it will wash out in the shower.

Spray a gentle conditioner onto your hair extensions to make detangling them easier, just as you did with your natural hair.

Avoid using super hot water as you wash the extensions. Look for shampoo that’s safe for hair extensions and is sulfate-free.

If desired, you can tie your hair into bundles, organizing them by length.