3 Causes Of Damaged Hair And How To Restore It The Natural Way...

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There are different causes to hair breakage which comes along with other symptoms such dryness, frizzes etc. A healthy hair depends on an inner cuticle with overlapping scales that keep your strands together.

Hair damage occurs when these scales fall apart, your hair will get dry and eventually separate, leading to damage.

Below are the 3 Main Causes of Hair Damage:

1. DIET

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Remember the old saying that goes like this “you are what you eat”. Yes, this applies to hair and skin health too. For your hair to grow, it requires certain nutrients, which will prevent it from breakage. Ensure you always get enough iron, folic acid, protein, antioxidants and zinc in your daily diet to keep your hair free from damage.

2. HEAT

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One sure way to prevent total heat damage to your hair is to give your stands a break from any styling tools at least once a week. You can even decide to skip the styling tools for a while and wear your hair with natural oils for a while. This will help it regain its strength.

And if you must use a styling tool, go for ceramic types that heat up more evenly so as not to keep using it on same section repeatedly.

3. OVER PROCESSING

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Regular usage of perms, relaxers, professional straightening and colouring can make your hair cuticle breakdown leading to hair damage. Initially, it might seem like it’s healthier after the first session or two but when done repeatedly, it causes damage to your hair.

TO PREVENT FURTHER HAIR DAMAGE, TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION THESE 9 MUST-DO:

• Gently wash and condition your hair often

• Always use a mild shampoo and condition

• After washing, let your hair dry on its own. Do not use a towel to drain out all the water which will give nutrient to your scalp.

• Make sure you use weaves and extensions that are light on your hair so they don’t pull on the scalp.

• Look out for a hair style that does not put strain on your scalp and that which requires little damaging maintenance.

• Always go for balanced diet to make sure your hair gets all the nutrients it needs.

• Be careful when pulling off hair bands or elastic hair ties so has not pull on your scalp and hair cuticle.

• Avoid wearing tight hats for fashion — save these for sun protection only.

• Ensure you visit your stylist for hair trim. Trimming damage ends can prevent further breakage.

You can also decide to switch to using natural hair products that will help sustain the strength of your hair and assure you of a healthy hair.

Wishing you all the best in your beauty adventure!!!