Dry, damaged hair is a common problem because of the number of chemicals in the hair care products we use and the heat we constantly apply to dry and style our hair.
Dry, damaged hair is brittle, which leads to breaking and split ends. This can turn styling hair into a nightmare. Dry, frazzled hair doesn’t want to go the direction you brush it and wants to fly away because of split ends. It’s a disaster.
Avoid the frustration of dealing with damaged hair by learning short-term and long-term solutions to help repair your hair. You can restore the youthful silky shine that has been replaced by a crinkled mop of hair.
Quick, immediate treatments for dry, damaged hair
When you need immediate results, reach for an intense, deep conditioning treatment. You may opt for a hot oil treatment, which will leave your hair feeling smooth and silky. Leave-in conditioners and hair treatment masks also penetrate hair to help repair damage.
Quick conditioning is a temporary fix, but can be beneficial in the long run when used once a week.
For more permanent repair for damaged hair follow-up a deep conditioning treatment with consistent, daily hair care treatments.
Begin long term treatment with carefully selected shampoo and conditioner
Find hair care products that penetrate and help repair the hair shaft. Not only will hair condition be restored, but the hair will become stronger and healthier as it natural shine and moisture begin to return.
Use a de-tangler or leave in conditioner to easily comb through hair. Allow to dry almost completely and use low heat to complete your hairstyle.
Cover hair to protect it from summer heat or drying winter wind
Regardless of the season, the environment can contribute to dry, damaged, fly away hair. Exposure to heat, humidity, chlorine, and salt water strip hair of natural oils. Cold, dry winter weather also contributes to dry hair.
One way to prevent environmental hair damage is by wearing cute sunhats during the summer and warm tams and hats in the winter.
Nutrition and hair repair
Healthy, shiny hair depends on a healthy diet and good nutrition as much as it does the use of quality hair products.
A diet high in protein will help build healthy, strong hair from the shaft. A good mixture of vitamins and minerals, including zinc, B vitamins, and essential amino acids will help keep your hair healthy and lustrous.
Maintain treatment of dry, damaged hair
Quality hair care, deep repair treatments, and protection of hair from the elements will all contribute to rebuilding dry and damaged hair. Maintain hair care with top quality shampoos and conditioners that include nut oils or Shea butter in their ingredients. Stay clear of hair care products that contain alcohol.
Gentle but aggressive treatment of dry, damaged hair will help hair heal quickly, restoring beauty, shine, and silky smoothness.
Sources:
Personal experience.
Consultation with hair care specialist.
