How To Repair Your Damaged Hair
Taking care of your hair takes a lot of time and effort. You have to keep on top of things to keep it looking its best. Unfortunately, even if you get it cut regularly, use conditioner and don’t stress it too much, it can still get damaged.
A lot of people return home from their holidays with damaged hair because they have not been able to protect it enough from the sun, sand, and water. You only have to go for a walk on a windy day and forget your hat. Below, we explain how to quickly sort out the damage and keep things on track.
Spend a little cash on some specialist hair products
If your hair is dry, brittle and full of split ends, use a shampoo for damaged hair. They are designed not to produce much lather. That means you do not have to rinse your hair as much, which in turn means less friction and damage.
Avoid using harsh products on your hair
While your hair is in a poor state, do your best to avoid using harsh products on it. Avoid dyes and perms, at least until your hair has recovered.
Consider having the damage cut out
If the damage is only on the ends of your hair, consider having it cut. This will greatly speed up the rate at which it recovers. If split ends are left uncut, it does not take long for the split to travel up the shaft of the hair. Cutting your own split ends at home is a great way to stay on top of this issue. You can learn how to do it here.
Condition your scalp
The stronger and healthier each strand is the better the overall look of your hair will be. Conditioning your hair from the roots will help with this. So, consider using a scalp cleanser and conditioner every other wash.
Protect your hair at night
Few of us realize what our hair goes through when we are asleep. When you are lying in bed, it is always in direct contact with your pillow. If you are a restless sleeper, it is being constantly rubbed and mussed up, which is why you wake up looking so disheveled. This almost continuous friction is incredibly damaging. You can find out how to protect your hair while sleeping by watching this video. The tips it contains are particularly good for those of you that have long hair.
Carry on protecting your hair
Once you have got your hair back into good condition, do your best to keep it looking that way. Choose quality hair care products and eat a healthy diet.
Most importantly of all protect it from future damage. When out in windy conditions, always cover your hair. Use protective products when applying heat during styling and follow your hairdresser's advice about looking after your scalp and hair.