- 1. Moisturize your hair regularly
- 2. Choosing the ideal product
- 3. Make a capillary cauterization
- 4. Make a capillary schedule
- 5. Take care when washing
- 6. Avoid flat iron and dryers
- 7. Caring for food
The hair suffers countless aggressions every day, because caused by the effects of the use of chemical products such as straightening, discolorations and dyes, even damage caused by brushing, flat iron or air pollution.
To recover the hair that has become weak, brittle and porous, it is necessary to carry out treatments that hydrate and strengthen the hair, based on essential oils, keratin, amino acids and vitamins, present in the appropriate shampoo, conditioner and hair moisturizer, it is important to adjust the water temperature, and be careful with brushing and using products that protect the wires from damage, for example.
Thus, the best solutions for damaged hair are:
1. Moisturize your hair regularly
When the hair is very dry and damaged, weekly hydration is indicated, however the interval should be at least 15 days for those who have scalp is oily.
To make an effective hydration, it is advised to choose quality products, with the following steps being indicated:
- Sanitize the wires with shampoo, preferably anti-residue, and remove excess water with a towel; Apply the product in a small amount on each strand of hair, massaging them gently; Let the product act, according to the time recommended by the manufacturer, preferably heating the wires, with an aluminum cap or towel; Rinse well and finish with the conditioner.
To enhance the effect of the hydrating mask, it is possible to put a few drops of essential oil, such as Argan, Olive Oil or Macadamia, which have nutritional and regenerative capacities.
Some examples of moisturizing creams include Absolut repair masks, Redken Extreme, Inoar Macadamia, Revitrat nutri power, Silicon Mix, Hydra Rescue treatment, in addition to the Kérastase product line, for example.
In addition, there are recipes for homemade hair moisturizers, which are very effective, cheap and natural, such as the avocado mask with honey or with carrots and almonds, for example. Check out some recipes for homemade masks for each type of hair.
2. Choosing the ideal product
It is very important that the products used, from shampoo, conditioners and moisturizers are suitable for each type of hair, contributing to the need of each person. The main tips are:
- Curly hair: they are usually more dry hair, because the natural hydration of the strands has greater difficulty in reaching the ends, in addition to being thinner strands. Products with moisturizing properties, based on keratin, elastin or quinoa are recommended; Curly hair: the use of masks with moisturizing properties are indicated for curly hair, especially those that contain panthenol, shea butter, as well as oils, such as olive or argan; Chemically treated hair: strands that have been straightened, progressive brushes and similar treatments should use products that help in the recovery of the strands and that are formulated for this type of hair, there are already several options on the market, with reconstructive effects. It is also recommended to use silicone and protective products to heat the flat iron or dryer; Bleached hair: hair that undergoes lightening or lights ends up becoming very damaged, being indicated the use of moisturizing and reconstructive products, preferably made for blond hair, such as chamomile base or specifics to avoid the yellowish effect.
In addition, people who have their hair damaged by excessive use of a hairdryer or flat iron, should use products with a moisturizing and reconstructive effect, it is essential to use thermal protection products beforehand, to allow the cuticle to be sealed, in addition to a finisher, especially the base of oils after.
3. Make a capillary cauterization
Capillary cauterization, also known as capillary plastic, is a hair restructuring treatment that uses the combination of keratin and heat to close your pores and end frizz, reducing volume and leaving hair softer and smoother, hydrated and bright.
It is always indicated for damaged, fragile, brittle or open cuticle hair, which is in need of a deep and repairing treatment. Find out how cauterization is done and the care that should be taken.
4. Make a capillary schedule
The capillary schedule is a care routine that helps in the recovery of damaged hair. In this treatment, a schedule of care is programmed, which alternates between periods of hydration, nutrition and reconstruction, with specific products, for a period that can last up to 6 months. Learn how to make your own capillary schedule in Capillary schedule for damaged hair.
5. Take care when washing
During the bath, the washing of the hair must be done carefully, to avoid that they break during the process, preferring to wash during the day, because when you sleep with your scalp wet, the humidity favors the appearance of dandruff and breaking the wires.
In addition, it is recommended that the water be at a warm or cold temperature, as very hot water removes the fat layer that protects the strands, leaving them weaker and brittle. Learn more about other essential care when washing your hair.
6. Avoid flat iron and dryers
The heat generated by these procedures damages the wires, so they should be avoided by anyone who wants to improve the health of the hair. If it is not possible to avoid it, you should prefer to straighten it with dryers, keeping a distance of 30 cm from the wires. The plates should preferably be made of ceramic, as they control the temperature better.
7. Caring for food
A nutritious diet is essential for the recovery of damaged hair, being important the presence of proteins, present in meat, milk and eggs, in addition to nutrients such as omega 3, vitamin A, vitamin C, Iron and Zinc, present in foods such as nuts, seeds and vegetables, for example, which are fundamental for healthy growth and strengthening of the threads.
Learn more in How to make a food to strengthen your hair.
