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Hair can be damaged for many reasons, from careless styling to excessive use of heat tools. Whatever the cause, damaged hair can be frustrating and difficult to manage. If you are looking for tips on how to repair damaged hair , read this article.
Why do we have damaged hair?
Damaged hair is recognizable by the fact that it is dry, dull, dehydrated and brittle. The ends are often split and frizz is observed.
Having damaged hair is in fact the short or long term result of practicing a number of habits which, instead of nourishing the hair, have rather exploited, overused and weakened it. The causes are many and varied:
- Repeated and too aggressive colorations, permanents or discolorations.
- External factors such as extreme temperatures, wind or pollution.
- Repeated rubbing.
- Unsuitable hair products.
- Poor lifestyle, lack of sleep or poor diet.
However, it is possible to repair damaged hair and prevent breakage. Different treatments for damaged hair exist to strengthen and repair your hair fiber. But that's not all, you also have to adapt your beauty routine and lifestyle.
In addition, each type of hair has different specificities and needs. This is why it is important to define your hair type. If you do not use products adapted to your hair, you risk damaging it. For example, instead of nourishing the hair, certain unsuitable products can dry it out or, on the contrary, make it fat.
It is necessary to clarify that just as damaged hair is the result of a long process, its repair will also take time.
How to fix split ends?
Split ends are dry ends and usually appear as frayed or broken strands. In the hair structure, the tips represent the oldest part of the hair. The firmness and resistance of the ends are among the elements that define hair length. The more the ends are split , the more they break and it seems that the hair does not take length.
Strengthen the hair by cutting its ends
To avoid split ends, it is important to trim damaged ends on a regular basis. The tip of the hair being the oldest part, it becomes thinner as it grows. It is therefore fragile and subject to regular friction against sweaters for example. The end of the hair then tends to be damaged and split. Thus, cutting your hair regularly makes it possible to strengthen it and to make it continue to grow.
Apply nourishing serums to her split ends
If you don't want to cut your hair, try nourishing your ends with nourishing oils and serums. This allows you to repair your ends, but above all to prevent the next split ends. These treatments provide the nutrients necessary for the proper growth of your hair. These serums act in a targeted way to meet the needs of your damaged lengths. If chosen well, the serum will nourish, repair and strengthen the hair. Bet on keratin treatments or moisturizing oils such as argan oil or coconut oil.
If you opt for an oil bath, apply it before your shampoo and leave on for at least 30 minutes before rinsing with a shampoo for damaged hair to remove residue. If you choose a leave-in serum, use it on your locks after washing your hair.
Our tips for repairing damaged hair.
To help you regain healthy hair, here are some tips you can incorporate into your daily hair routine. Damaged hair lacks moisture and nutrients, making it look dull and brittle. It is therefore necessary to bring these missing elements to repair your damaged hair.
Do oil baths
Doing an oil bath thus makes it possible to repair your ends, but not only. Indeed, thanks to their many different properties, oils can nourish, moisturize and strengthen your hair. The choice of oil with which you make your oil bath should be made according to the needs of your hair. There are multiple lines of hair oil on the market. You can also opt for a natural vegetable oil.
If your hair is dry and brittle, choose an argan or avocado oil. These moisturizing oils allow you to deeply nourish your hair and bring shine and luster to your dull hair. In addition, they nourish lengths and split ends. Also opt for shea butter which repairs brittle and damaged hair.
Depending on your hair type, it is recommended to do one or two oil baths per month to keep your hair hydrated. By providing the nutrients necessary for their hydration, the oils repair your hair and promote healthy growth.
- For damaged hair, opt for argan oil, avocado oil or shea butter.
Choose hair products suitable for this type of hair
Products that are unsuitable for your hair type can damage your hair fiber and dry it out. It is therefore important to choose hair care adapted to your hair.
Damaged hair is hair lacking in a number of nutrients. Moreover, very often, when your hair is damaged, it is the keratin, this protein which mainly composes the hair, which is damaged. Keratin helps protect the hair from external aggressions, but it is easily damaged, especially by heat and chemicals. To counter this, it is possible to use keratin hair care . These keratin-enriched hair products provide the missing keratin to your hair. The protein repairs and strengthens the hair fiber. It also gives your hair a smoother, shinier look to combat the dullness frequently associated with damaged hair.
With a treatment of three to four months, you will say goodbye to damaged hair. You will find regenerated, strengthened and healthy hair.
- Choose a keratin hair treatment to repair your damaged hair.
Deeply hydrate your hair
In order to repair the hair fiber of your hair, it is necessary to deeply moisturize it. For this, opt for moisturizing hair care. Choose, for example, a restorative hair mask to leave on in order to nourish and moisturize your hair.
Another option for hydrating your hair is to choose a leave-in moisturizing serum. These serums are composed of very effective natural active ingredients, promoting growth and providing strength and resistance to your hair. Their light, no-rinse texture penetrates quickly without leaving a greasy or sticky film.
- If your hair is damaged, dull and brittle, it is important to moisturize it deeply.
Change your diet to nourish the hair from the inside
Your diet also has an impact on your hair. To properly nourish your hair from the inside , it is advisable to adopt a healthy, balanced diet that is above all rich in nutrients, proteins and vitamins:
- Vitamin B to strengthen the roots and stimulate the production of keratin. It is found in eggs or animal protein.
- Vitamin C to prevent brittle and dull hair found in fruits and green vegetables.
- Zinc stimulates the production of keratin and collagen to strengthen your hair. Choose seafood, nuts or offal.
- The proteins found in lean meats and fish.
- Iron found in grains, legumes and oilseeds. The iron oxygenates your hair cells to prevent breakage and fallout.
Also remember to drink water regularly to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Turn to dietary supplements
To strengthen your hair fiber , another solution is to choose food supplements. These are intended to strengthen your hair and stimulate hair growth. Hair supplements are designed to nourish your hair from within, giving it the essential nutrients it needs to grow strong and healthy. Many supplements based on vitamins, minerals or trace elements exist to provide the necessary nutrients to your damaged hair.
Food supplements to strengthen your hair are ideally those enriched with zinc, vitamin B or C. These supplements also contain elements to promote healthy hair growth and thus prevent damaged hair. We are talking about keratin, collagen or biotin supplements.
Brewer's yeast supplements are also recommended since brewer's yeast is rich in protein, vitamins and minerals. It provides your hair with the nutrients it needs and strengthens the hair fiber to repair the hair.
- Opt for zinc, vitamin, keratin or brewer's yeast supplements.
What to do to prevent hair damage?
Once you have managed to regain healthy hair full of vitality, it is important to take preventive measures so that it does not become damaged again. For this, it is necessary to protect your hair from external aggressions: sun, wind, salt water, friction or heating devices.
Protect your hair from rubbing against the pillow at night
During the night, your hair is constantly subject to friction against the pillow. This weakens the scales of the hair. To counter this phenomenon, it is necessary to get a silk or satin bonnet to protect your hair while you sleep. This accessory is ideal for protecting any type of hair: straight, wavy, curly or frizzy.
- You can also opt for a silk or satin pillowcase which limits the phenomenon of static electricity, reduces friction and protects your damaged hair.
Whether you have braids, pigtails, or loose hair, a silk or satin pillowcase or bonnet helps prevent breakage and hair loss due to friction against the pillowcase.
Protect your hair from the sun, chlorine or salt water
In summer, your hair can be particularly damaged. This phenomenon can be caused by the sun, chlorine or salt water. Indeed, during this season, your hair is subjected to ultraviolet rays, chemicals such as chlorine or even salt which attack and dry out your hair.
It is therefore a question of protecting your hair as much as possible from these external aggressions during the summer. To do this, moisturize your hair with moisturizing hair care before sun exposure or swimming. During exposure, keep your hair hydrated with a moisturizing mist or serum. Finally, don't forget to rinse your hair thoroughly with clean water after swimming to get rid of accumulated chlorine and salt.
Protect your hair from the heat of styling tools
The heat from heating devices can damage and weaken the hair fiber, making the hair brittle and dull. When you use a styling device such as a straightener or hair dryer, intense heat attacks the scales of the hair. Some styling devices such as straighteners or curling irons reach temperatures of up to 230°C.
If the hair is not well protected, or if these devices are misused or overused, the hair becomes dry and eventually breaks. It is therefore advisable to protect your hair from the heat with a heat-protective spray or serum. To apply, divide your hair into several sections and apply the product to all strands before using a comb to evenly distribute the protective spray.
- Protect your damaged hair from intense heat with protective serums.
Limit the use of heating devices and chemicals
A final tip is to limit the use of harsh treatments on your hair. Whether it's a hair straightener, repetitive coloring, a hair dryer or a curling device, their frequent use constitutes aggression and weakens the hair fibre. To avoid this, protect your hair with thermoprotective care, reduce the use of heating devices to what is strictly necessary and choose natural hair care.
And above all, if in doubt, contact a hair care professional. This will allow you to avoid not only mishandling, but to adopt healthy habits for the maintenance of your hair on a daily basis.
