subject: Handle Damaged Hair Carefully [print this page] Damaged hair is weak, dry, porous and hard to manage. Hair damage can range from decreased shine and uplifted cuticle scales resulting in dullness to bubbled and brittle cuticles to total removal of the cuticle layer. Here are some quick tips for managing damaged hair.
1. Protein conditioning treatment
An appropriate protein treatment that suits your hair should be done at least once a month. There are some hardcore protein treatments such as Aphogee. Follow up a protein treatment with a moisturizing conditioning treatment. The protein conditioner adds keratin back into your hair, thus helping to fill in some of the holes of damage temporarily whereas you get your hair back into shape. You can choose this as long as you're experiencing damaged hair.
2. Deep condition weekly
Using conditioner with heat once in a week is good for damaged hair. Because, heat will help the conditioner penetrate. You can add some oil to the conditioner for extra conditioning.
3. Wash with suitable conditioners:
Try using conditioner to cleanse your hair and scalp instead of using shampoo. This method is called conditioner washing (co-washing). Apply a light conditioner to your hair just like shampoo and massage it in. This is one of the easier ways of managing your damaged hair. Ensure to use different conditioner washes with shampoo washes.
4. Moisturize with water:
To get good moisture, rinse and condition your hair twice a week. It is very important to wash more often if you are suffering from poor porosity.
5. Hair trimming:
You may need to trim an inch or up to 3 inches, depending upon your split ends. Hair trimming helps with the detangling and gives you a more healthy appearance.
6. Practice no-heat styling:
It is advisable to eliminate using all types of heat on your hair immediately. Manage your hair without heat. You can start air drying your hair or roller setting (cool setting or air drying) for a straight style, or wear a wet bun or wash and go.
Conclusion
Managing your damaged hair requires a few adjustments. Stay consistent with your hair care treatments and you will see good results.
