How to Treat Dry Relaxed Hair
When you relax your hair, you're applying chemicals that change the composition of your hair shafts to straighten them. However, they also dry your hair and do a bit of damage as well, especially if you relax your hair frequently. Your hair is more prone to splitting and breaking because of this dryness. You can prevent this by maintaining your hair and keeping it healthy. It's important to have a hair care regimen that restores your hair. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Hair appointment
- Moisturizing shampoo
- Deep conditioner
- Hot oil treatment
Instructions
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Book an appointment with your hairdresser. Trim your hair to remove any split ends. If you don't do this, the damage can continue to travel up your hair shaft. Try to get a trim every 2 to 3 months to keep your hair healthy.
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Wash your hair with a moisturizing shampoo and follow with a conditioner. The conditioner should be formulated for dry and damaged hair. Apply it to your hair and let it stay in for 10 to 15 minutes. This will hydrate your hair with the moisture it needs.
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Apply a hot oil treatment to your hair. You can find this product in your local beauty supply store or drugstore. The oil will penetrate the hair shaft and can result in shinier and healthier hair. Once you've applied the hot oil treatment to your hair, wrap your hair in a plastic cap and leave it on for 20 minutes. Rinse the oil out with lukewarm water.
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Avoid heat as much as possible. Things like curling irons and flat irons can dry and damage your hair. Also avoid rinsing your hair out with hot water.
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Wash your hair every 3 days or so. Excessive washing of your hair will rob you of the necessary oils your scalp needs to maintain healthy hair.
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Tips & Warnings
Use a wide-toothed comb to detangle wet hair.
Avoid putting heat on your hair during your oil treatment. Also avoid tight hairstyles, since they can pull on hair and cause breakage.
