This hair is a YEAR old!!! This is why it’s soooo important to do your research on the brand of hair you are using... having high quality hair does help with the length of time that the hair will last BUT you must also do your part in taking care of the hair as well. This is why it is so important to also use high quality products. Here are some tips to keep your hair as strong and healthy as possible. * limit how often you put heat on your hair and always use a heat protectant * do a mask once a week * use an oil on your hair (starting at the bottom working your way up) * keep your scalp healthy (scalp treatments, clarifying shampoo)