What’s the best way to combat/repair che
mical damage?
The use of conditioning shampoos and protein rich products regularly is a god sent to those of us with damaged hair it can also help to improve the appearance of frizzy hair. I recommend two-in-one shampoos that remove unwanted oil, clean the hair and conditions it .
Dimethicone, is your friend here, it has been known to: decrease static electricity, increase shine, and improve manageability.
Can the sun damage hair?
Hair like skin can get tanned and damaged exposure to ultraviolet light from the sun should be avoided as it weakens hair structurally resulting in breakage or even loss.
A hat or an umbrella is the best form of protection however this can sometimes feel a little extreme, luckily there are plenty of products on the market that now contain sun protection formulas.
Can blow-drying my hair result in damage?
Quite simply yes, water in hair is what makes it flexible. Heating the hair to unnatural temperatures boils the water within the shafts of the hair, this in turn creates bubbles on the hairs shaft weakening the cuticle. Look out for the key signs of heat damage: burnt smell, frizzy ends and breakage.
I recommend air drying hair whenever possible to minimize damage, if you must use a hairdryer use it on the lowest setting, this might take a little longer but is far less damaging to the hair. A golden rule to remember is to moisturize regularly.
