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• Part 1 of 2: Taking care of damaged hair
• Part 2 of 2: Preventing damage
• Tips
• Warnings

It can be difficult to care for frizzy hair because it is rough, frizzy and often dry. Perms, hair dye and heat can make the problems worse. You can get split ends, your hair can look dull and lifeless, and you may not have curls left in your hair. Don't worry though. With this guide and a little patience and motivation, you can get your hair back to health.

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Part 1 of 2: Taking care of damaged hair

1. If possible, cut away the damaged parts. Taking care of damaged hair is a long and difficult process, and your hair will probably never regain its full health. If you'd rather not cut your hair short, consider getting your split ends trimmed. This is a common problem with damaged hair.
   • Get your hair trimmed every 4 to 6 weeks and have the stylist remove any split ends he or she can find. By not doing anything about your damaged ends, your hair will stop growing.
2. Exfoliate your scalp. The first step in caring for your hair is to apply a special agent to your scalp to remove accumulated sebum and residue from hair care products. This creates a healthy environment and nourishes your scalp and hair follicles.
   • In addition to removing accumulated sebum, a good scalp product also contains vitamins that make the hair stronger and soothes dry and irritated scalp. Ask your hairdresser for a good product with these properties.
3. Protect your ends. Coat your ends with shea butter every week. To protect your hair even better, sleep on a satin pillow or with a satin scarf or hairnet around your hair. A cotton or fleece pillowcase will pull your hair out of your scalp and cause it to break.
   • If you have very porous hair, shea butter can make your hair limp and greasy. Instead, try a light moisturizer or a light oil like jojoba oil.
4. Use a leave-in conditioner daily. Such a conditioner nourishes your hair with natural oils and thus fills the moisture deficit without the need for water. Apply such conditioner to your hair daily to make it healthy and shiny.
5. Wash your hair regularly with shampoo and conditioner. A mild, all-natural shampoo and conditioner can help your hair recover from excess chemicals. If you have damaged frizzy hair, it is recommended to wash your hair once a week.
   • Let your hair air dry or pat it dry with a towel. Do not rub or blow dry damaged hair.
6. Use a protein treatment once every two weeks. Hair that has been damaged by dyeing and relaxing often contains little protein. Apply a protein treatment once every two weeks to restore strength to your hair. For the best results, follow the directions on the packaging.
7. Treat your hair with a deep conditioner once a week. Massage a moisturizing conditioner into your hair every week. Hold your hair over steam to allow the conditioner to penetrate the interior of your hair. Put your hair up and let it sit in your hair for at least a few hours or overnight.
   • Hot oil treatment has a similar effect.
8. Opt for a protective hairstyle. Cornrows, braids and buns help to protect your hair from harmful influences. Make one of these hairstyles before going to sleep, even if you wear your hair down during the day.
9. Brush and comb your hair regularly. Gently remove knots from your hair without pulling the brush or comb through hard. Damaged hair will break down quickly if you comb it dry, so add a little conditioner or water.
   • For best results, use a rubber hairbrush.

Part 2 of 2: Preventing damage

1. Treat your hair with chemicals less often. If you really cannot do otherwise, wait as long as possible with the next treatment. If possible, wait until your hair has grown 2 inches before treating it again.
2. Paint your hair with natural hair dye. Henna is a completely natural remedy that not only gives your hair a color, but also cares for it. Instead of damaging your hair, try henna with hair dye and bleach.
3. Use a heat protectant before using warm aids. A high-quality heat protectant ensures that your hair is less damaged by the heat. Apply one of these to your hair before blow-drying, using a flat iron, or using any other warming tool.
   • Look for a heat protectant that also nourishes your hair to add shine and smoothness.

Tips

• Healthy hair starts from within. So eat healthy and drink plenty of water to keep your hair hydrated.
• Choose a hairbrush with real boar bristles. Such a brush does not stretch or pull your hair.
• Choose shampoo, conditioner and hair oil without sulfates and petroleum jelly, as these substances can damage your hair.
• Try to use as few warm tools as possible and do not use chemicals.
• Comb your hair with a wide tooth comb to make it less likely to break.

Warnings

• Make sure your braids are not too tight as braids that are too tight will put stress on your scalp and cause bumps.
• Avoid using oil on your scalp, as this can clog your pores and cause hair breakage and damage.
• Do not perm, use hair dye or style your hair with hot tools. Let your hair grow longer naturally.