Aniela Dybiec
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Damaged hair is difficult to comb, difficult to style, and not very nice to touch. While there are some things you can do to hydrate it, you'd be better off doing without the damage to begin with. These are some things that could be damaging your hair.
If you are usually treating your hair with hot tools, coloring it, or making it subject to chemical treatments, damaged hair is almost inevitable. However, even if you do not usually bleach it or blow-dry it every day, hair can become dry. If you notice your hair looks dull, it is difficult to detangle and it keeps shedding, you are very likely suffering from damaged hair.
Tension
Putting too much tension on the scalp can cause breakage, so if you are a fan of extensions or tight ponytails, you might want to stop for a while.
Over-washing
Washing your hair too often can strip your scalp and strands from its natural oils, it is important for your hair to stay hydrated and the sebum in your scalp is paramount to protect your mane.
Hot tools
Avoid using hot tools every day and make sure to use a heat protectant if you are going to blow-dry it or use an iron.
Hair treatments
If you color your hair more than two shades darker or lighter than your natural hair color, it could cause unnecessary damage. If you are going to treat your hair with chemicals, make sure you consult a specialist, you won't believe what bleach can do to your scalp or hair.
If you want to keep your mane healthy, the best option is to keep it as natural as possible. Stay away from hot tools, hot water, and chemical treatments if you can, and make sure to get regular hair cuts to get rid of damaged ends.