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How do you fix fully damaged hair?

Laura Martin
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Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.

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The most important thing to do for damaged hair is to stop stressing it. Avoid chemical treatments and heat styling. Then work on protecting and strengthening it by using protein treatments and moisturizing conditioners.

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Can coconut oil help repair damaged hair?

Laura Martin
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Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.

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Coconut oil is both moisturizing and protective, making it a great choice for damaged hair. Run a dab through your ends after styling and it will hydrate and protect hair all day.

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Can coconut oil help repair damaged hair?

Laura Martin
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Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.

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Coconut oil is both moisturizing and protective, making it a great choice for damaged hair. Run a dab through your ends after styling and it will hydrate and protect hair all day.

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Can you grow damaged hair?

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Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.

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Hair damage rarely penetrates below the scalp. This means that even severely damaged hair usually has healthy roots and new growth will be healthy.

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How do you fix breaking hair?

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You can't actually fix breakage, but if you use regular protein treatments you can prevent additional breakage. Protein treatments are temporary but they do reinforce the hair's structural integrity. Perform weekly for best results.

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Can you repair damaged hair?

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Yes! I suggest getting a haircut to remove any split ends, then using hair oil to restore moisture.

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Do heat protectors actually work?

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Heat protectant products really do work if they are applied correctly. Apply the product to your hair prior to using any heated tool. You can apply most heat protectant products to both wet and dry hair.

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Is okay to condition my hair every day with a natural conditioner?

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Yes, it’s okay to condition your hair every day with a natural conditioner. You can use conditioner every day even if you don’t use shampoo to wash your hair every day.

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How do I know if I need to cut of my dead ends?

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If the ends are very dry or split, you should cut them. It's also good to cut them every 6 months no matter what, to maintain healthy hair.

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Is it better for me to have my hair in a ponytail or in a braid?

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Place it in a braid, for sure. You won't get the so called "pony tail bump" or the breakage you get from the elastic at the mid section of your hair if you put it in a loose braid with only a small elastic at the end.

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What could be the cause of damaged or frizzy hair as a teen?

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Using too much heat or brushing from the roots are often causes of frizzy hair. You could be washing your hair too often and it is becoming frizzy from dryness. If doing any of these things, stop now. And be sure to use a good quality hair conditioner.

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Why is my hair damaged if I only wash my hair twice a week?

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It could be because of the shampoo and conditioner you are using. Ingredients such as silicons and sulfates can lead to dry hair. It could can also be related to your diet, stress levels, or the way you style your hair (ie: heat styling, dyeing, etc).

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My hair doesn't grow fast. What can I use to make it grow fast and how can I stop my hair from falling.

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Trim it every 6 months, no earlier. If you trim more than this, you don't get the length you're looking for. Also, using coconut oil on your scalp or any oils will help grow hair faster. You can also massage your scalp with warm oil on it and then will help. Taking a biotin supplement every day is fantastic for growing hair out and for keeping it in good health.

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Is it better for damaged hair to tie it or braid it?

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Neither. Don't tie or braid it, just wear it down. It'll help your hair grow a little faster. You might also consider a trim, to help remove the worst of the damage.

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How can I repair hair that is breaking off at the roots?

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Ask your stylist to add layers to your hair as this will remove split ends towards the top of your roots.

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How do I prevent too much frizz and dryness and help my hair to grow? I get split ends 2-3 days after a trim.

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This is probably because your ends are fragile. Buy creams and shampoos meant for strengthening hair, and perhaps wear a hair net to bed or braid your hair in long-lasting hairstyles.

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How can I regrow my hair where it was lost?

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It would depend on the cause of your hair loss, but since there isn't really anything you can do to increase the growth rate of your hair, patience is probably going to be the best thing you can utilize.

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If I slept overnight with coconut oil in my hair, would it help hydrate my hair?

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Leave it in for an hour or two, then rinse it out. A whole night would make little difference.

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I put lemon juice on my hair trying to lighten it, but now it's gone all dark and damaged and it looks greasy even once I've just washed it. What do I do?

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Just follow the advice here and it will get better over time. If it looks greasy after washing, you can try shampooing extra-thoroughly (or shampooing twice) next time you wash it, or try a more intense clarifying/detoxifying shampoo. And always be sure to rinse out shampoo and conditioner really, really well so there is no residue left in your hair.

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What should I do if my hair is dry and short?

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You can follow the advice in the article above.

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Can vinegar be used as hair conditioner?

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Yes -- natural apple cider vinegar or white vinegar. Dilute about 2 tablespoons in a cup of warm water.

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Is using vinegar good for conditioning hair?

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Vinegar (especially apple cider vinegar) is good for your hair. It balances the pH level and closes your cuticles on your hair. This makes your hair somewhat straighter, softer and shinier.

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