We all want bouncy, shiny hair like celebrities, or
the models we see in magazines and shampoo commercials. Unfortunately, not all
of us have access to a personal stylist, and our daily hair routines (washing,
blow drying, styling, applying heat, etc.) can create havoc on once luscious hair.
If you are worried that your hair might
be damaged, there are a few tell-tale signs that are dead giveaways that your
hair is in distress.
Split ends: This is a no-brainer. To
inspect for split ends, hold the tips of your hair up, close to your face. If
you see single strands breaking off into multiple pieces, these are split ends.
Split ends can be caused by a number of factors, and unfortunately there isn’t
any cure to reverse the effects. Trimming may be necessary to prevent breakage.
Tangles: Hair is supposed to be
naturally moist. If you find yourself struggling to run a comb or brush through
your hair after showering, you might have a problem. Especially if you’ve used
the aide of conditioner or de-tangler.
Not so shiny- Healthy hair has a
naturally glossy texture. If your hair looks dull, it could be damaged. To
restore shine, you have to restore your hair to a health, which means
preventing hair shafts from breaking.
Hard to control- If you have more
frizzies than usual, or can’t seem to maintain a style, you might have damage.
Damaged hair breaks off into smaller pieces, which aren’t easy to maintain.
Problems With Hair Dye- Damaged
hair doesn’t respond to the best hair extensions like healthy hair. Hair
that absorbs too much color, or turns out darker than expected, can be an
indicator that damage is present. Similarly, colored hair that fades very fast
can also be a sign.