How to Repair Damaged Hair

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Your normal daily hair routine may be damaging your hair. It could be broken, frayed, split, and robbed of its’ vital nutrients. There are some simple solutions to control the amount of damage that is done. Damaged hair demands conditioning and strengthening products.

Your hair strands originate from a pouch-like depression in the scalp which is called a follicle. Your hair’s roots extend down into the follicle and widens into an indented bulb at its base. Also in the bulb is the center of hair growth which is the papilla. Working together these units form a healthy hair shaft of two layers. The outermost layer or coasting is the cuticle which lies flat when healthy. When damaged, this cuticle splits away from the shaft’s inner layer or cortex.

The signs that the cuticle is damage include lack of vibrancy in your hair. Hair that needs attention also has a dull, matte finish that does not reflect light well. Fly-away hair and frizzes also indicate a damaged cuticle. The most hydrated part of your hair is near your scalp where oil glands are located. Most of the time, the ends of your hair may be rough and dry.

To keep your ends in good condition, trim you hair ¼ inch every 6-8 weeks. This will make them less likely to split. Pulling hair in the opposite direction of the cuticle scales by teasing or back-combing, can expose the cortex to damage. In addition to conditioning after every shampoo, use a deep-penetrating treatment once a week to repair existing damage and help prevent future problems. As often as possible, style your hair naturally without heated appliances. But when using heated appliances or going swimming, apply a thermal protector to protect your hair. To encourage hair growth and bring oxygen and nutrient rich blood to you scalp, massage your scalp daily.

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