Over Damaged Hair

Intro – Over-damaged hair refers to hair that has undergone significant and often irreversible damage due to a combination of factors, such as excessive heat styling, chemical treatments, improper hair care practices, and environmental stressors. Over-damaged hair can appear dry, brittle, frizzy, with visible signs of breakage, split ends, and overall weakened condition.

Causes

  • Excessive Heat Styling: Frequent use of heat styling tools such as hair dryers, flat irons, and curling irons can strip the hair of its natural moisture and lead to protein loss. High temperatures can weaken the hair’s structural integrity and cause damage.
  • Aggressive Styling: Tight hairstyles, braids, weaves, and extensions can pull on the hair and scalp, leading to tension and breakage.
  • Not Protecting Hair: Failure to use protective measures, such as hats or scarves, in harsh weather conditions or during outdoor activities can expose the hair to damaging elements.
  • Lack of Regular Trims: Not trimming the hair regularly can allow split ends to travel up the hair shaft, causing further damage.