What Causes Hair Damage–5 Ways You’re Damaging Your Hair

Is your hair in bad shape and you don’t know what’s causing the problem? Are you buying tons of products and yet the condition of your hair keeps getting worse? There are many reasons behind damaged hair, some more obvious than others. Nevertheless, if you’re not sure why you can’t get that Instagram-worthy hair, read on, we have some theories…

Heat damage

Do you excessively use a straightener, curler, or hair dryer? Thermal treatment is one of the most common causes of hair damage. So if you use such devices often, it’s highly possible that your strands have become dry and brittle.

What can you do here? First of all, try to limit the hot styling. If you’re going to stay at home, let your hair dry naturally. If you need to go out, try using the cool dryer program and preferably switch to this form of drying completely. Give up straightening or curling for some time. 

If you can’t imagine your life without these styling tools, invest in good heat protection products. There are many different products available, from sprays to balms. What they’ll do is they will help protect your hair from the harmful effects of styling.

Coloring

Dyeing your hair, and of course bleaching, can often cause the biggest damage to your hair. In the worst case, dyes can even burn your hair. That’s why it’s so important to have such treatments done only at trusted hairdressing salons.

The right choice of dye is also extremely important. Using poor quality products can cause brittleness or even hair loss. If you’ve been dyeing your hair for some time now and can’t imagine going back to your natural color, we get you. Just try to invest in good conditioners and products that will nourish your hair after you dye it.

Hair accessories

This may seem less obvious, but the accessories you use in your hair can greatly impact its condition. Try to avoid hair bands with metal elements as those can break your hair. Opt for soft scrunchies or silicone bands. These will minimize the hair you pull out once letting down your ponytail.

Also, try to avoid tight ponytails or buns. Pulling excessively on your hair will weaken the bulbs, break and, as a consequence, cause hair loss. If you like to tie your hair up, just remember to let your hair rest as often as possible. You can also try hairstyles where the tightness is minimal. 

Bad hair care routine

Though using a conditioner seems like an obvious step in your hair care routine, many of us actually forget about it. Meanwhile, using a conditioner regularly can make all the difference and give our hair a new life.

Another factor is how you dry your hair. After washing your hair, wrap it up in a towel. Don’t rub it or squeeze it, as wet strands are more prone to damage. A good towel will absorb excess water after a while so you won’t have to do more. Try to not brush your hair when it’s still wet, you can break it easily. If you have straight or wavy hair, wait for it to dry and then brush it. In the case of curly hair, use a conditioner or a special detangling product.

Finally, what you do with your hair when you go to bed also has a great impact on its strength. You should avoid going to sleep with wet hair. Better use your dryer with a cool setting. You’ll also want to choose a hairstyle that will minimize hair breakage. The most recommended are loose buns or loose braids.

Improper products

There are many different types of hair and as many different products. So what if you buy a fancy and expensive shampoo when it’s not good for your hair type? You can end up causing more damage than good. Determine what type of hair you have. If you don’t know how to do it  yourself, go to the hairdresser or a specialist. Essentially, buy products dedicated to your strands.

Additionally, don’t overdo it with the products you use. An excessive amount will weigh the hair down and make it look greasy. In everyday care, a good shampoo, conditioner and optionally mask are enough. Leave your styling cosmetics for special occasions. 

There are many factors that cause hair damage. Most happen because of our mistakes and omissions. If you want to improve the condition of your hair, take a look at your own habits and eliminate the bad ones. The effects will be visible after no time!