{"id":169,"date":"2022-02-24T13:32:11","date_gmt":"2022-02-24T13:32:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/joakimjohansson.com\/?p=169"},"modified":"2022-03-04T13:32:53","modified_gmt":"2022-03-04T13:32:53","slug":"signs-of-damaged-hair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/joakimjohansson.com\/hair-care\/signs-of-damaged-hair\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are The Signs Of Damaged Hair?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s no secret that damaged hair requires extra care. But what are the signs of damage, and how can you restore your locks to their former glory?<!--more--> This post will outline the common symptoms of damaged hair, as well as tips for prevention and treatment. Keep reading to learn more!<\/p>\n<h2>What are the symptoms of damaged hair?<\/h2>\n<p>There are a few key symptoms of damaged hair that you should be aware of. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Split ends<\/li>\n<p>It is one of the most common signs of damage. If you notice that your hair is starting to split at the ends, it&#8217;s time to take action!<\/p>\n<li>Frizziness<\/li>\n<p>Frizziness is often a sign of damaged hair, especially if it&#8217;s accompanied by static electricity.<\/p>\n<li>Tangles<\/li>\n<p>Damaged hair is more likely to tangle, so be sure to brush and detangle it regularly.<\/p>\n<li>Dryness<\/li>\n<p>Damaged hair can be very dry and brittle. Be sure to use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner, and consider using a hair mask once or twice a week.<\/p>\n<li>Brittleness<\/li>\n<p>Damaged hair is often very brittle and can easily break. Try to be gentle with your hair when you&#8217;re styling it, and avoid using heat-based styling tools as much as possible.\n<\/ul>\n<p><img src=\"http:\/\/joakimjohansson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/img-hair-frizzing-1.jpg\" alt=\"hair\"><\/p>\n<h2>How can you prevent damage?<\/h2>\n<p>There are a few things you can do to prevent damage to your hair. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Using a heat protectant<\/li>\n<p>If you&#8217;re going to use a hairdryer, flat iron, or another heat-based styling tool, be sure to use a heat protectant. This will help to protect your hair from the heat and prevent damage.<\/p>\n<li>Avoiding excessive sun exposure<\/li>\n<p>Excessive sun exposure can cause damage to your hair, so be sure to protect it with sunscreen or a hat when you&#8217;re outdoors.<\/p>\n<li>Using a clarifying shampoo<\/li>\n<p>If you have hard water, using a clarifying shampoo once a week can help to prevent build-up and damage.<\/p>\n<li>Avoiding over-styling<\/li>\n<p>Try to avoid over-styling your hair, especially with heat-based tools. If you can, give your hair a break every once in a while and let it air-dry naturally.\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What can you do to treat damage?<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve already noticed signs of damage, there are a few things you can do to restore your hair to its former glory. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Using a deep-conditioning treatment<\/li>\n<p>A deep-conditioning treatment can help to repair damaged hair and make it softer and more manageable.<\/p>\n<li>Applying a hair mask<\/li>\n<p>Hair masks are a great way to nourish and moisturize dry, damaged hair.<\/p>\n<li>Using a serum or oil<\/li>\n<p>Serums and oils can help to seal in moisture and repair damaged hair.<\/p>\n<li>Getting a trim<\/li>\n<p>If your hair is severely damaged, you may need to get a trim to remove the split ends.<\/p>\n<li>Using a color-safe shampoo and conditioner<\/li>\n<p>Color-safe shampoo and conditioner can help to protect your hair from damage caused by hair dye.\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s no secret that damaged hair requires extra care. 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