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WHAT IS HAIR BREAKAGE ANYWAY? ⠀
Hair breakage is an actual breaking of your hair shaft—resulting in that portion of your hair being shorter and misaligned with the rest of your strands. Split ends are not the same as breakage, but if you fail to get a trim and keep them at bay, that damage can travel up your hair’s shaft. ⠀
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Breakage doesn’t mean that your hair isn’t growing, but that the damage is happening at the same rate or even faster than the growth in that area—normally occurring at the hairline, crown of your head, back of your head, or the nape of your neck. ⠀
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HOW TO STOP HAIR BREAKAGE⠀
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Cut styling by half: This might be particularly painful if you love a good blowout, but it makes a huge difference over time. So, wear your natural texture as often as you can—you can protect it overnight with French braids and twists that will look great come morning. And if you must blow dry, generously apply heat-protecting products and keep the heat as low as possible to get the job done. ⠀
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Detangle on wet or damp hair that has been properly moisturized: If you want to keep your hair strong and healthy, then detangling should be an essential part of your routine—especially if you have curls or coils. Doing this on dry hair can damage your hair’s cuticle, so detangle instead in the shower or just after emerging from your wash session when your hair is still damp. And make sure to apply moisturizing product pre-detangling to ensure your hair is hydrated and ready to begin the process. ⠀
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Eating your way to healthy hair: What you put in your body feeds your hair, so deficiencies in certain nutrients can lead to brittle, dry, and dull strands. Add growth-boosting biotin into your diet with fish and eggs and ensure your daily diet also includes iron, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, vitamin D, and zinc.
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