{"id":1697349,"date":"2025-12-20T11:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-20T08:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1697349"},"modified":"2025-12-20T11:15:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-20T08:15:00","slug":"why-your-hair-keeps-breaking-and-how-to-repair-the-damage-fast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1697349","title":{"rendered":"Why Your Hair Keeps Breaking\u2014And How to Repair the Damage Fast"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><main id=\"main_1-0\" class=\"comp main layout-body--continuous-scroll mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article--sc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article--sc beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">Why Your Hair Keeps Breaking\u2014And How to Repair the Damage Fast<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">SOS.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Lexy Lebsack is a freelance reporter, editor, and correspondent based in Los Angeles. She was also the founding editor of Byrdie.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Lexy Lebsack<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Lexy Lebsack\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lexylebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e.webp\" title=\"lexylebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lexylebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Lexy Lebsack\" title=\"lexylebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nLexy Lebsack\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nLexy Lebsack is a freelance reporter, editor, and correspondent based in Los Angeles. She was also the founding editor of Byrdie.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on December 20, 2025 06:15AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--beauty_wellness_reviewer\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip='Sophia Emmanuel is an IAT-certified trichologist and licensed cosmetologist based in New York.\u00a0She owns and operates the &lt;a href=\"https:\/\/crownworthy.com\/\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"externalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\"&gt;Crown Worthy&lt;\/a&gt; beauty salon in New York City.\u00a0\u00a0' data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Sophia Emmanuel<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Sophia Emmanuel\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sophiaemmanuelbio-9c9762ff738b4d6485287f37b9f6a821.webp\" title=\"sophiaemmanuelbio-9c9762ff738b4d6485287f37b9f6a821\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sophiaemmanuelbio-9c9762ff738b4d6485287f37b9f6a821.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Sophia Emmanuel\" title=\"sophiaemmanuelbio-9c9762ff738b4d6485287f37b9f6a821\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><br \/>\nSophia Emmanuel\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nSophia Emmanuel is an IAT-certified trichologist and licensed cosmetologist based in New York.\u00a0She owns and operates the Crown Worthy beauty salon in New York City.\u00a0\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nAbout Byrdie&#8217;s Beauty &amp; Wellness Board\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-postscript\">Trichologist<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--fact_checker\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Fact checked by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Anna Harris is an experienced fact-checker and researcher and a beauty writer and editor.\u00a0\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Anna Harris<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top mntl-author-tooltip__top--no-image\">\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Fact checked by<\/span><br \/>\nAnna Harris\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nAnna Harris is an experienced fact-checker and researcher and a beauty writer and editor.\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nLEARN ABOUT BYRDIE&#8217;S EDITORIAL GUIDELINES\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2.webp\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" alt=\"A person with hair tied in a ponytail by a green scrunchie viewed from the back\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2.webp\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A person with hair tied in a ponytail by a green scrunchie viewed from the back\" title=\"hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Death to Stock<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Hair breakage happens due to over-brushing, tight hairstyles, and unprotected heat styling, among other factors.<\/li>\n<li>To prevent hair breakage, invest in a high-quality hair mask and consistently use a heat protectant.<\/li>\n<li>For severely damaged hair, consult a professional to assess and address the underlying causes of breakage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Whether you dye, process, or style your hair with hot tools, you&#8217;ve likely experienced hair breakage at some point in your life. What&#8217;s more, you can experience breakage without doing anything at all. Simply letting hair grow long without frequent trims can also lead to split ends. Although breakage may be unavoidable over time, there are certainly ways to curtail it, but the key is to prevent it in the first place.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Maintaining strong and healthy hair begins with a solid prevention game. Using the right hair care products for your hair type and lifestyle, eating a healthy diet, and doing things such as brushing your hair correctly can all help prevent breakage. On the flip side, using harsh ingredients, pulling your hair too tightly, and washing your hair too often can make hair more prone to breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> We know there&#8217;s a lot of misinformation out there, so to get you all the right information you need to keep your hair strong from scalp to ends, we asked four hair experts to share all their best tips. From using silk scrunchies to incorporating gentle and reparative formulas, keep scrolling for their insight.<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Anthony Campbell is a celebrity hairdresser and stylist whose clients include Jessica Biel and Emma Watson.<\/li>\n<li>Sascha Breuer is a professional hairstylist based in Los Angeles, California, who counts Anne Hathaway and Zoe Salda\u00f1a as clients.<\/li>\n<li>Ona Diaz-Santin is a celebrity hairstylist, curl expert, and the owner of 5 Salon &amp; Spa.<\/li>\n<li>Tiffany Young is a certified trichologist and the founder of Thin Hair Thick.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is Hair Breakage? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hair breakage occurs when the hair shaft breaks, which then leads to split ends and shorter strands of hair. &#8220;It can manifest itself in many ways. The mid-length area of the hair looks fused or worn, think of a rope and how the fibers of the rope start to break first. The ends are frayed and have seen better days,&#8221; celebrity hairstylist, Diaz-Santin explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> But don&#8217;t fear\u2014not all short hairs point to breakage. &#8220;A lot of interspersed short hairs at the scalp could be new hair growth and isn\u2019t a cause for panic,&#8221; explains trichologist, Tiffany Young. &#8220;However, if the hair is clustered in one area and is all a shorter length, that is usually from breakage.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Causes Hair Breakage? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Strap in because there are quite a few culprits behind hair breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hair breakage can be caused by: over-brushing, tight hairstyles, unprotected heat styling, rough towel-drying, a poor diet, stress, harsh hair products, dryness, too-tight hair ties, dye, chemical treatments, and waiting too long in between trims.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of the most common causes (and easiest changes) is repetitive styling and tight hairstyles. &#8220;In fact, hair breakage from wearing your hair in clips and tight ponytails is so common there is a name for the hair loss that results from it: Traction Alopecia,&#8221; says Young. Her number one tip for avoiding hair breakage is skipping out on repetitive hairstyling. Anything that puts stress on the hair follicle is a no-go. &#8220;No ponytails at bedtime! Consider using hair-friendly materials like satin hair scrunchies, if you must wear your hair up.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Another common problem is dryness. Dryness could stem from many root causes from overdoing it on the heat styling to just plain dry weather. Break out the conditioner to tackle signs of dryness. Focus it on your ends to stop breakage before it has a chance to start.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Keeping the hair well hydrated [and] moisturized will prevent the hair from snapping off,&#8221; Diaz-Santin says before stating that banishing dryness is especially beneficial for preventing hair breakage in cold weather.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Other, more severe, causes of hair breakage are thyroid disorders and eating disorders. If you are having continuous problems with hair breakage but you handled the common causes like towel drying and restrictive hairstyles, it may be time to see a professional. A professional will be able to get to the bottom of your hair breakage problem to ensure you have a thick and healthy head of hair in the future.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Tell If You Have Hair Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Are the short hairs around your hairline different lengths? Do you have seemingly more and more split ends? It&#8217;s probably hair breakage.<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;An easy way to see if you have hair breakage is to do a strand test,&#8221; says Young. &#8220;Take a section of your hair\u2014about an inch [in] diameter. Assess the diameter at your root and see the rate at which your hair tapers toward the ends.\u00a0 Some tapering toward the ends of the hair is normal. But, if you have hair breakage you\u2019ll notice a marked difference between the density of your hair at the root compared to the ends.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Diaz-Santin states that hair breakage will often centralize at the hairline. You&#8217;ll notice it from the root and you wind up with many short pieces of hair.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Fix Hair Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Unfortunately, once hair is damaged you can&#8217;t un-break it. Once hair is broken, the only solution is to cut your hair and work on preventing further damage. However, there are things you can do to make amends by treating new hair growth with care and making haircare decisions that bring out the best in your hair&#8217;s current appearance.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Prevent Hair Breakage: <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_38-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The best way to deal with hair breakage is to keep it from happening. From hair masks to heat protectants, here&#8217;s what you&#8217;ll need to do to protect your hair from breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_40-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Invest in a High-Quality Hair Mask: <\/strong>The number one tip from both of our experts? A good hair mask. Technology has evolved so much in recent years that even a single treatment can deliver dramatic changes. We recommend the cult-favorite K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask as it just takes four minutes to work its magic. Just one use makes hair\u2014and especially tips\u2014feel softer, stronger, and much more moisturized than before.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_42-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Always Use Heat Protectant: <\/strong>Anyone with breakage should avoid heat completely, but if you <em>must<\/em> heat style it\u2019s very important to use a thermal protection product. \u201cThey definitely work\u2014but only to a certain temperature,\u201d hairstylist, Sascha Breuer says. If you want to flat iron or curl hair, try Oribe\u2019s Soft Lacquer Heat Styling Spray. \u201cIt seals your ends and protects them from irons,\u201d Anthony Campbell, a celebrity hairstylist explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Wash Your Hair Less Often: <\/strong>\u201cThe natural oils from your scalp help reduce damage,\u201d Campbell says. Try adding an extra day or two between washing; ideally, he suggests lathering up only two or three times a week, but even skipping one day will help. And when you do wash, be sure to use a breakage-preventing shampoo, such as the Nexxus Unbreakable Care Anti-Breakage Shampoo.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_46-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Turn Down the Heat:<\/strong> Many flat and curling irons\u2014even those with temperature settings\u2014turn on at 400 degrees, a temperature that can literally cook the inside of your strands. \u201c280 degrees is a good place to start,\u201d Breuer says. \u201cYou want to use the lowest possible temperature to get your desired result.\u201d No temperature setting on your irons? It\u2019s time to upgrade. Try T3&#8217;s Smooth ID Smart Flat Iron and Smooth ID Smart Curling Iron which use innovative tech to adjust the heat settings depending on your hair type and texture.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Get Consistent Trims: <\/strong>To keep split ends from traveling up the shaft and creating extra damage, stay on top of your trim schedule and try to visit your hair salon every two to three months. Doing so will keep your ends in tip-top shape and both looking <em>and <\/em>feeling healthy.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Use Hair Oil: <\/strong>Obviously, a trim is the fastest\u2014and best\u2014way to get rid of damage, but if you\u2019re in a pinch try Campbell\u2019s trick. When he arrives on set and sees split ends, he immediately reaches for oil as he says it brings life back to hair. Coat your dry strands with Oribe\u2019s Gold Lust Oil or Fekkai&#8217;s Brilliant Gloss Serum.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Avoid Alcohol-Heavy Haircare:<\/strong> While you\u2019re rehabbing damage, try to avoid products with a high level of alcohol, like certain dry shampoos, hairsprays, and mousse\u2014and definitely avoid anything gel-based! Try Nexxus\u2019 Mousse Plus instead.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_54-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Loosen Your Updos: <\/strong>The less stress you put on your hair, the less breakage you\u2019ll have. Coat your hands with oil and wrap strands into a loose bun to conceal split ends, or a side braid to hide breakage until it starts to get better. Additionally, use a soft elastic, like Slip&#8217;s Silk Scrunchies.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_56-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Brush Your Hair Correctly: <\/strong>To prevent knots and tangles from traveling down the shaft, begin brushing your hair from the tips and slowly work your way up. If you sense you may have a few more knots than usual, consider prepping hair with a detangling spray.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_58-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Use Reparative Haircare Products: <\/strong>Damage requires gentle, restorative products. Anything too strong or harsh could exacerbate damage. Instead, Breuer recommends Living Proof\u2019s Restore Collection of Shampoo, Conditioner, and Repair Leave-in Cream. \u201cMost products made for damage can weigh down your hair and make it look flat,\u201d Breuer says. \u201cBut these are different\u2014they\u2019re very light.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_60-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Seek Out Professional Advice: <\/strong>If you\u2019re at a point where your hair snaps just by brushing it, you need to turn to a professional, Breuer says. \u201cAsk around for recommendations and set up consultations on your lunch break with new stylists to see what they can do to help you,\u201d he says. It\u2019s also time to ask yourself why you have so much damage in the first place. \u201cIt\u2019s probably time to get a new colorist or lay off the heat,\u201d explains Campbell.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_62-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block theme-expanded is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Can hair grow back from breakage?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Breakage (thankfully) isn&#8217;t permanent. In most situations, you can make changes to your lifestyle to prevent future breakage while making the existing breakage less unsightly while you wait for your hair to grow out. Restoring your hair after breakage will require careful use of products and could require professional intervention.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How can I repair my broken hair naturally?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Home remedies can be used to boost the appearance of damaged hair naturally and ensure new hair growing in is healthy and gorgeous as ever. Natural treatments for damaged hair include using extra virgin olive oil, honey, aloe vera juice, coconut oil, or another natural ingredient. This process will take roughly six months to a year to complete before you&#8217;re back to luscious and healthy hair.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair Concerns<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Damaged Hair<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div id=\"recirc_1-0\" class=\"comp recirc mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<h2 id=\"recirc__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp recirc__heading mntl-text-block\">Related Stories<\/h2>\n<ul id=\"card-list-1_1-0\" class=\"comp card-list-1 card-list mntl-block l-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"card-list__item_1-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A person before and after using the Kevin Murphy Young Again Masque\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-hair-growth-masks-conditioners-tout-recirc-17135a35903545afb6710bca3ee3abb3-5.webp\" title=\"byr-hair-growth-masks-conditioners-tout-recirc-17135a35903545afb6710bca3ee3abb3-5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-hair-growth-masks-conditioners-tout-recirc-17135a35903545afb6710bca3ee3abb3-5.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A person before and after using the Kevin Murphy Young Again Masque\" title=\"byr-hair-growth-masks-conditioners-tout-recirc-17135a35903545afb6710bca3ee3abb3-5\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">The 12 Best Hair Growth Masks &amp; Conditioners for Your Longest, Healthiest Hair Yet<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_2-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A person combing their wet hair with a white comb\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-3.webp\" title=\"winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-3.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A person combing their wet hair with a white comb\" title=\"winterhairloss-8e0f6c0a82924cdabbd35a74469de31a-3\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Yes, You Probably Do Lose More Hair in the Winter\u2014Here&#8217;s Why (and What to Do About It)<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_3-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Person with long straight hair viewed from behind head turned slightly to the side\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/long-hair-2-6dd41c400fa04f99b828df270d2d0720-3.webp\" title=\"long-hair-2-6dd41c400fa04f99b828df270d2d0720-3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/long-hair-2-6dd41c400fa04f99b828df270d2d0720-3.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Person with long straight hair viewed from behind head turned slightly to the side\" title=\"long-hair-2-6dd41c400fa04f99b828df270d2d0720-3\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Spirulina Is a Super Ingredient for Long, Strong Hair Growth\u2014Read All the Benefits Here<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_4-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Person combing back their wet hair\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-thinning-1-bd1480d20ee84cf38ea7b200bf44fe96-3.webp\" title=\"hair-thinning-1-bd1480d20ee84cf38ea7b200bf44fe96-3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-thinning-1-bd1480d20ee84cf38ea7b200bf44fe96-3.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Person combing back their wet hair\" title=\"hair-thinning-1-bd1480d20ee84cf38ea7b200bf44fe96-3\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">You&#8217;re Not the Only One Dealing With Hair Thinning at the Temples\u2014Experts Explain Why It&#8217;s So Common<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_5-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"tracee ellis ross\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/curls3-9cb030156bfc4449bbe2f0f5c09e995d.webp\" title=\"curls3-9cb030156bfc4449bbe2f0f5c09e995d\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/curls3-9cb030156bfc4449bbe2f0f5c09e995d.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"tracee ellis ross\" title=\"curls3-9cb030156bfc4449bbe2f0f5c09e995d\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">How to Get Your Curl Pattern Back After Damaging Your Hair<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_6-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A woman in a robe using a wooden comb to brush through the ends of her hair\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/frizzyends-a21d2710a0ac477ca0d37879fe25752f.webp\" title=\"frizzyends-a21d2710a0ac477ca0d37879fe25752f\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/frizzyends-a21d2710a0ac477ca0d37879fe25752f.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A woman in a robe using a wooden comb to brush through the ends of her hair\" title=\"frizzyends-a21d2710a0ac477ca0d37879fe25752f\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">16 Ways to Salvage Dry and Frizzy Ends\u2014Celebrity Stylists Explain<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_7-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Model in front of a purple background with silver bracelets and hoop earrings wearing a pink heat cap.\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heatcap-8862b1024d0543c68bfad1a110446dac.webp\" title=\"heatcap-8862b1024d0543c68bfad1a110446dac\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/heatcap-8862b1024d0543c68bfad1a110446dac.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Model in front of a purple background with silver bracelets and hoop earrings wearing a pink heat cap.\" title=\"heatcap-8862b1024d0543c68bfad1a110446dac\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Heat Caps Are the Deep Conditioner-Enhancing Product Hair Experts Love<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_8-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Side profile of a model holding her shiny black loosely curled hair behind her ear.\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hairhealth-fab80620b0dd4aa288c3f4d848043d9e.webp\" title=\"hairhealth-fab80620b0dd4aa288c3f4d848043d9e\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hairhealth-fab80620b0dd4aa288c3f4d848043d9e.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Side profile of a model holding her shiny black loosely curled hair behind her ear.\" title=\"hairhealth-fab80620b0dd4aa288c3f4d848043d9e\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">17 Ways to Improve Overall Hair Health, According to Dermatologists<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul id=\"card-list-2_1-0\" class=\"comp card-list-2 card-list mntl-block l-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"card-list__item_9-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A side-by-side selection of shampoos for thinning hair or hair loss on a shelf surrounded by hands sudsing up\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-tier-3-primary-best-shampoo-thinning-hair-ahuang-085-32ddc629dace4b558fa13b75ce5b2628-3.webp\" title=\"byr-tier-3-primary-best-shampoo-thinning-hair-ahuang-085-32ddc629dace4b558fa13b75ce5b2628-3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-tier-3-primary-best-shampoo-thinning-hair-ahuang-085-32ddc629dace4b558fa13b75ce5b2628-3.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A side-by-side selection of shampoos for thinning hair or hair loss on a shelf surrounded by hands sudsing up\" title=\"byr-tier-3-primary-best-shampoo-thinning-hair-ahuang-085-32ddc629dace4b558fa13b75ce5b2628-3\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">The 8 Best Shampoos for Thinning Hair and Hair Loss, According to Experts<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_10-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Close up of a models chest and shoulders, with short, brown curly at the nape of the neck.\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/napeofneck-9d859636fb134e24b63b853e244684d9.webp\" title=\"napeofneck-9d859636fb134e24b63b853e244684d9\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/napeofneck-9d859636fb134e24b63b853e244684d9.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Close up of a models chest and shoulders, with short, brown curly at the nape of the neck.\" title=\"napeofneck-9d859636fb134e24b63b853e244684d9\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">How to Fix Breakage at the Nape Area<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_11-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A person holding a bottle of hair oil and applying it to their scalp using the dropper\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-growth-oils-according-to-a-dermatologist-and-a-scalp-expert-updated-recirc-tout-5b09fdc3ece04363b4fbe1ce198182c2-2.webp\" title=\"hair-growth-oils-according-to-a-dermatologist-and-a-scalp-expert-updated-recirc-tout-5b09fdc3ece04363b4fbe1ce198182c2-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-growth-oils-according-to-a-dermatologist-and-a-scalp-expert-updated-recirc-tout-5b09fdc3ece04363b4fbe1ce198182c2-2.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A person holding a bottle of hair oil and applying it to their scalp using the dropper\" title=\"hair-growth-oils-according-to-a-dermatologist-and-a-scalp-expert-updated-recirc-tout-5b09fdc3ece04363b4fbe1ce198182c2-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">The 14 Best Hair Growth Oils, According to a Dermatologist and a Scalp Expert<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_12-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"woman combing through wet hair\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf507aa86lfg300_medium_4548102-ce347cd6e0e641e790be04686337acfb.webp\" title=\"stocksy_txpf507aa86lfg300_medium_4548102-ce347cd6e0e641e790be04686337acfb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf507aa86lfg300_medium_4548102-ce347cd6e0e641e790be04686337acfb.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"woman combing through wet hair\" title=\"stocksy_txpf507aa86lfg300_medium_4548102-ce347cd6e0e641e790be04686337acfb\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Dermatologists Say Hard Water May Damage Your Hair\u2014Here&#8217;s How to Stop It<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_13-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Half of a head of blonde hair with a hand holding a few strands of it\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/friedhair-b157c10b66cd477badbd34b9a8f66c49.webp\" title=\"friedhair-b157c10b66cd477badbd34b9a8f66c49\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/friedhair-b157c10b66cd477badbd34b9a8f66c49.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Half of a head of blonde hair with a hand holding a few strands of it\" title=\"friedhair-b157c10b66cd477badbd34b9a8f66c49\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">10 Ways to Fix Fried Hair, According to Hairstylists<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_14-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"woman combing through wet hair\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf507aa86lfg300_medium_4548102-ce347cd6e0e641e790be04686337acfb.webp\" title=\"stocksy_txpf507aa86lfg300_medium_4548102-ce347cd6e0e641e790be04686337acfb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/stocksy_txpf507aa86lfg300_medium_4548102-ce347cd6e0e641e790be04686337acfb.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"woman combing through wet hair\" title=\"stocksy_txpf507aa86lfg300_medium_4548102-ce347cd6e0e641e790be04686337acfb\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">How to Prevent Split Ends, According to Experts <\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_15-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"a comb in wet curly dark hair\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/splitends_recirc-54cd4e37698a44abad06659c8ccda3d6.webp\" title=\"splitends_recirc-54cd4e37698a44abad06659c8ccda3d6\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/splitends_recirc-54cd4e37698a44abad06659c8ccda3d6.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"a comb in wet curly dark hair\" title=\"splitends_recirc-54cd4e37698a44abad06659c8ccda3d6\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Split Ends Can Hinder Your Hair Goals\u2014Here&#8217;s How to Identify and Avoid Them<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_16-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"The back of a woman's head and her touching her red hair with her hands\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hairstylesharminghair-38c7a8608d8143b0bf77c017143315e8.webp\" title=\"hairstylesharminghair-38c7a8608d8143b0bf77c017143315e8\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hairstylesharminghair-38c7a8608d8143b0bf77c017143315e8.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"The back of a woman's head and her touching her red hair with her hands\" title=\"hairstylesharminghair-38c7a8608d8143b0bf77c017143315e8\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Heads Up: These Hairstyles Are Secretly Harming Your Hair<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/main><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article--sc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article--sc beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--two-column-right-rail sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">Why Your Hair Keeps Breaking\u2014And How to Repair the Damage Fast<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">SOS.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Lexy Lebsack is a freelance reporter, editor, and correspondent based in Los Angeles. She was also the founding editor of Byrdie.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Lexy Lebsack<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Lexy Lebsack\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lexylebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e.webp\" title=\"lexylebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lexylebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Lexy Lebsack\" title=\"lexylebsack-ff54d091725c4b6292d8a23daea4027e\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nLexy Lebsack\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nLexy Lebsack is a freelance reporter, editor, and correspondent based in Los Angeles. She was also the founding editor of Byrdie.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on December 20, 2025 06:15AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--beauty_wellness_reviewer\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip='Sophia Emmanuel is an IAT-certified trichologist and licensed cosmetologist based in New York.\u00a0She owns and operates the &lt;a href=\"https:\/\/crownworthy.com\/\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"externalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\"&gt;Crown Worthy&lt;\/a&gt; beauty salon in New York City.\u00a0\u00a0' data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Sophia Emmanuel<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Sophia Emmanuel\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sophiaemmanuelbio-9c9762ff738b4d6485287f37b9f6a821.webp\" title=\"sophiaemmanuelbio-9c9762ff738b4d6485287f37b9f6a821\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sophiaemmanuelbio-9c9762ff738b4d6485287f37b9f6a821.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Sophia Emmanuel\" title=\"sophiaemmanuelbio-9c9762ff738b4d6485287f37b9f6a821\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><br \/>\nSophia Emmanuel\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nSophia Emmanuel is an IAT-certified trichologist and licensed cosmetologist based in New York.\u00a0She owns and operates the Crown Worthy beauty salon in New York City.\u00a0\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nAbout Byrdie&#8217;s Beauty &amp; Wellness Board\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-postscript\">Trichologist<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--fact_checker\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Fact checked by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Anna Harris is an experienced fact-checker and researcher and a beauty writer and editor.\u00a0\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Anna Harris<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top mntl-author-tooltip__top--no-image\">\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Fact checked by<\/span><br \/>\nAnna Harris\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nAnna Harris is an experienced fact-checker and researcher and a beauty writer and editor.\u00a0\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nLEARN ABOUT BYRDIE&#8217;S EDITORIAL GUIDELINES\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2.webp\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" alt=\"A person with hair tied in a ponytail by a green scrunchie viewed from the back\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2.webp\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A person with hair tied in a ponytail by a green scrunchie viewed from the back\" title=\"hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Death to Stock<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Hair breakage happens due to over-brushing, tight hairstyles, and unprotected heat styling, among other factors.<\/li>\n<li>To prevent hair breakage, invest in a high-quality hair mask and consistently use a heat protectant.<\/li>\n<li>For severely damaged hair, consult a professional to assess and address the underlying causes of breakage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Whether you dye, process, or style your hair with hot tools, you&#8217;ve likely experienced hair breakage at some point in your life. What&#8217;s more, you can experience breakage without doing anything at all. Simply letting hair grow long without frequent trims can also lead to split ends. Although breakage may be unavoidable over time, there are certainly ways to curtail it, but the key is to prevent it in the first place.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Maintaining strong and healthy hair begins with a solid prevention game. Using the right hair care products for your hair type and lifestyle, eating a healthy diet, and doing things such as brushing your hair correctly can all help prevent breakage. On the flip side, using harsh ingredients, pulling your hair too tightly, and washing your hair too often can make hair more prone to breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> We know there&#8217;s a lot of misinformation out there, so to get you all the right information you need to keep your hair strong from scalp to ends, we asked four hair experts to share all their best tips. From using silk scrunchies to incorporating gentle and reparative formulas, keep scrolling for their insight.<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Anthony Campbell is a celebrity hairdresser and stylist whose clients include Jessica Biel and Emma Watson.<\/li>\n<li>Sascha Breuer is a professional hairstylist based in Los Angeles, California, who counts Anne Hathaway and Zoe Salda\u00f1a as clients.<\/li>\n<li>Ona Diaz-Santin is a celebrity hairstylist, curl expert, and the owner of 5 Salon &amp; Spa.<\/li>\n<li>Tiffany Young is a certified trichologist and the founder of Thin Hair Thick.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is Hair Breakage? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hair breakage occurs when the hair shaft breaks, which then leads to split ends and shorter strands of hair. &#8220;It can manifest itself in many ways. The mid-length area of the hair looks fused or worn, think of a rope and how the fibers of the rope start to break first. The ends are frayed and have seen better days,&#8221; celebrity hairstylist, Diaz-Santin explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> But don&#8217;t fear\u2014not all short hairs point to breakage. &#8220;A lot of interspersed short hairs at the scalp could be new hair growth and isn\u2019t a cause for panic,&#8221; explains trichologist, Tiffany Young. &#8220;However, if the hair is clustered in one area and is all a shorter length, that is usually from breakage.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Causes Hair Breakage? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Strap in because there are quite a few culprits behind hair breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hair breakage can be caused by: over-brushing, tight hairstyles, unprotected heat styling, rough towel-drying, a poor diet, stress, harsh hair products, dryness, too-tight hair ties, dye, chemical treatments, and waiting too long in between trims.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of the most common causes (and easiest changes) is repetitive styling and tight hairstyles. &#8220;In fact, hair breakage from wearing your hair in clips and tight ponytails is so common there is a name for the hair loss that results from it: Traction Alopecia,&#8221; says Young. Her number one tip for avoiding hair breakage is skipping out on repetitive hairstyling. Anything that puts stress on the hair follicle is a no-go. &#8220;No ponytails at bedtime! Consider using hair-friendly materials like satin hair scrunchies, if you must wear your hair up.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Another common problem is dryness. Dryness could stem from many root causes from overdoing it on the heat styling to just plain dry weather. Break out the conditioner to tackle signs of dryness. Focus it on your ends to stop breakage before it has a chance to start.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Keeping the hair well hydrated [and] moisturized will prevent the hair from snapping off,&#8221; Diaz-Santin says before stating that banishing dryness is especially beneficial for preventing hair breakage in cold weather.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Other, more severe, causes of hair breakage are thyroid disorders and eating disorders. If you are having continuous problems with hair breakage but you handled the common causes like towel drying and restrictive hairstyles, it may be time to see a professional. A professional will be able to get to the bottom of your hair breakage problem to ensure you have a thick and healthy head of hair in the future.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Tell If You Have Hair Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Are the short hairs around your hairline different lengths? Do you have seemingly more and more split ends? It&#8217;s probably hair breakage.<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;An easy way to see if you have hair breakage is to do a strand test,&#8221; says Young. &#8220;Take a section of your hair\u2014about an inch [in] diameter. Assess the diameter at your root and see the rate at which your hair tapers toward the ends.\u00a0 Some tapering toward the ends of the hair is normal. But, if you have hair breakage you\u2019ll notice a marked difference between the density of your hair at the root compared to the ends.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Diaz-Santin states that hair breakage will often centralize at the hairline. You&#8217;ll notice it from the root and you wind up with many short pieces of hair.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Fix Hair Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Unfortunately, once hair is damaged you can&#8217;t un-break it. Once hair is broken, the only solution is to cut your hair and work on preventing further damage. However, there are things you can do to make amends by treating new hair growth with care and making haircare decisions that bring out the best in your hair&#8217;s current appearance.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Prevent Hair Breakage: <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_38-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The best way to deal with hair breakage is to keep it from happening. From hair masks to heat protectants, here&#8217;s what you&#8217;ll need to do to protect your hair from breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_40-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Invest in a High-Quality Hair Mask: <\/strong>The number one tip from both of our experts? A good hair mask. Technology has evolved so much in recent years that even a single treatment can deliver dramatic changes. We recommend the cult-favorite K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask as it just takes four minutes to work its magic. Just one use makes hair\u2014and especially tips\u2014feel softer, stronger, and much more moisturized than before.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_42-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Always Use Heat Protectant: <\/strong>Anyone with breakage should avoid heat completely, but if you <em>must<\/em> heat style it\u2019s very important to use a thermal protection product. \u201cThey definitely work\u2014but only to a certain temperature,\u201d hairstylist, Sascha Breuer says. If you want to flat iron or curl hair, try Oribe\u2019s Soft Lacquer Heat Styling Spray. \u201cIt seals your ends and protects them from irons,\u201d Anthony Campbell, a celebrity hairstylist explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Wash Your Hair Less Often: <\/strong>\u201cThe natural oils from your scalp help reduce damage,\u201d Campbell says. Try adding an extra day or two between washing; ideally, he suggests lathering up only two or three times a week, but even skipping one day will help. And when you do wash, be sure to use a breakage-preventing shampoo, such as the Nexxus Unbreakable Care Anti-Breakage Shampoo.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_46-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Turn Down the Heat:<\/strong> Many flat and curling irons\u2014even those with temperature settings\u2014turn on at 400 degrees, a temperature that can literally cook the inside of your strands. \u201c280 degrees is a good place to start,\u201d Breuer says. \u201cYou want to use the lowest possible temperature to get your desired result.\u201d No temperature setting on your irons? It\u2019s time to upgrade. Try T3&#8217;s Smooth ID Smart Flat Iron and Smooth ID Smart Curling Iron which use innovative tech to adjust the heat settings depending on your hair type and texture.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Get Consistent Trims: <\/strong>To keep split ends from traveling up the shaft and creating extra damage, stay on top of your trim schedule and try to visit your hair salon every two to three months. Doing so will keep your ends in tip-top shape and both looking <em>and <\/em>feeling healthy.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Use Hair Oil: <\/strong>Obviously, a trim is the fastest\u2014and best\u2014way to get rid of damage, but if you\u2019re in a pinch try Campbell\u2019s trick. When he arrives on set and sees split ends, he immediately reaches for oil as he says it brings life back to hair. Coat your dry strands with Oribe\u2019s Gold Lust Oil or Fekkai&#8217;s Brilliant Gloss Serum.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Avoid Alcohol-Heavy Haircare:<\/strong> While you\u2019re rehabbing damage, try to avoid products with a high level of alcohol, like certain dry shampoos, hairsprays, and mousse\u2014and definitely avoid anything gel-based! Try Nexxus\u2019 Mousse Plus instead.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_54-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Loosen Your Updos: <\/strong>The less stress you put on your hair, the less breakage you\u2019ll have. Coat your hands with oil and wrap strands into a loose bun to conceal split ends, or a side braid to hide breakage until it starts to get better. Additionally, use a soft elastic, like Slip&#8217;s Silk Scrunchies.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_56-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Brush Your Hair Correctly: <\/strong>To prevent knots and tangles from traveling down the shaft, begin brushing your hair from the tips and slowly work your way up. If you sense you may have a few more knots than usual, consider prepping hair with a detangling spray.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_58-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Use Reparative Haircare Products: <\/strong>Damage requires gentle, restorative products. Anything too strong or harsh could exacerbate damage. Instead, Breuer recommends Living Proof\u2019s Restore Collection of Shampoo, Conditioner, and Repair Leave-in Cream. \u201cMost products made for damage can weigh down your hair and make it look flat,\u201d Breuer says. \u201cBut these are different\u2014they\u2019re very light.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_60-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Seek Out Professional Advice: <\/strong>If you\u2019re at a point where your hair snaps just by brushing it, you need to turn to a professional, Breuer says. \u201cAsk around for recommendations and set up consultations on your lunch break with new stylists to see what they can do to help you,\u201d he says. It\u2019s also time to ask yourself why you have so much damage in the first place. \u201cIt\u2019s probably time to get a new colorist or lay off the heat,\u201d explains Campbell.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_62-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block theme-expanded is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Can hair grow back from breakage?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Breakage (thankfully) isn&#8217;t permanent. In most situations, you can make changes to your lifestyle to prevent future breakage while making the existing breakage less unsightly while you wait for your hair to grow out. Restoring your hair after breakage will require careful use of products and could require professional intervention.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How can I repair my broken hair naturally?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Home remedies can be used to boost the appearance of damaged hair naturally and ensure new hair growing in is healthy and gorgeous as ever. Natural treatments for damaged hair include using extra virgin olive oil, honey, aloe vera juice, coconut oil, or another natural ingredient. This process will take roughly six months to a year to complete before you&#8217;re back to luscious and healthy hair.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair Concerns<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Damaged Hair<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2.webp\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" alt=\"A person with hair tied in a ponytail by a green scrunchie viewed from the back\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2.webp\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A person with hair tied in a ponytail by a green scrunchie viewed from the back\" title=\"hair-breakage-1-85704e50148d48f4ac5c691f10a9837c-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Death to Stock<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Hair breakage happens due to over-brushing, tight hairstyles, and unprotected heat styling, among other factors.<\/li>\n<li>To prevent hair breakage, invest in a high-quality hair mask and consistently use a heat protectant.<\/li>\n<li>For severely damaged hair, consult a professional to assess and address the underlying causes of breakage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Whether you dye, process, or style your hair with hot tools, you&#8217;ve likely experienced hair breakage at some point in your life. What&#8217;s more, you can experience breakage without doing anything at all. Simply letting hair grow long without frequent trims can also lead to split ends. Although breakage may be unavoidable over time, there are certainly ways to curtail it, but the key is to prevent it in the first place.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Maintaining strong and healthy hair begins with a solid prevention game. Using the right hair care products for your hair type and lifestyle, eating a healthy diet, and doing things such as brushing your hair correctly can all help prevent breakage. On the flip side, using harsh ingredients, pulling your hair too tightly, and washing your hair too often can make hair more prone to breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> We know there&#8217;s a lot of misinformation out there, so to get you all the right information you need to keep your hair strong from scalp to ends, we asked four hair experts to share all their best tips. From using silk scrunchies to incorporating gentle and reparative formulas, keep scrolling for their insight.<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Anthony Campbell is a celebrity hairdresser and stylist whose clients include Jessica Biel and Emma Watson.<\/li>\n<li>Sascha Breuer is a professional hairstylist based in Los Angeles, California, who counts Anne Hathaway and Zoe Salda\u00f1a as clients.<\/li>\n<li>Ona Diaz-Santin is a celebrity hairstylist, curl expert, and the owner of 5 Salon &amp; Spa.<\/li>\n<li>Tiffany Young is a certified trichologist and the founder of Thin Hair Thick.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is Hair Breakage? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hair breakage occurs when the hair shaft breaks, which then leads to split ends and shorter strands of hair. &#8220;It can manifest itself in many ways. The mid-length area of the hair looks fused or worn, think of a rope and how the fibers of the rope start to break first. The ends are frayed and have seen better days,&#8221; celebrity hairstylist, Diaz-Santin explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> But don&#8217;t fear\u2014not all short hairs point to breakage. &#8220;A lot of interspersed short hairs at the scalp could be new hair growth and isn\u2019t a cause for panic,&#8221; explains trichologist, Tiffany Young. &#8220;However, if the hair is clustered in one area and is all a shorter length, that is usually from breakage.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Causes Hair Breakage? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Strap in because there are quite a few culprits behind hair breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hair breakage can be caused by: over-brushing, tight hairstyles, unprotected heat styling, rough towel-drying, a poor diet, stress, harsh hair products, dryness, too-tight hair ties, dye, chemical treatments, and waiting too long in between trims.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of the most common causes (and easiest changes) is repetitive styling and tight hairstyles. &#8220;In fact, hair breakage from wearing your hair in clips and tight ponytails is so common there is a name for the hair loss that results from it: Traction Alopecia,&#8221; says Young. Her number one tip for avoiding hair breakage is skipping out on repetitive hairstyling. Anything that puts stress on the hair follicle is a no-go. &#8220;No ponytails at bedtime! Consider using hair-friendly materials like satin hair scrunchies, if you must wear your hair up.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Another common problem is dryness. Dryness could stem from many root causes from overdoing it on the heat styling to just plain dry weather. Break out the conditioner to tackle signs of dryness. Focus it on your ends to stop breakage before it has a chance to start.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Keeping the hair well hydrated [and] moisturized will prevent the hair from snapping off,&#8221; Diaz-Santin says before stating that banishing dryness is especially beneficial for preventing hair breakage in cold weather.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Other, more severe, causes of hair breakage are thyroid disorders and eating disorders. If you are having continuous problems with hair breakage but you handled the common causes like towel drying and restrictive hairstyles, it may be time to see a professional. A professional will be able to get to the bottom of your hair breakage problem to ensure you have a thick and healthy head of hair in the future.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Tell If You Have Hair Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Are the short hairs around your hairline different lengths? Do you have seemingly more and more split ends? It&#8217;s probably hair breakage.<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;An easy way to see if you have hair breakage is to do a strand test,&#8221; says Young. &#8220;Take a section of your hair\u2014about an inch [in] diameter. Assess the diameter at your root and see the rate at which your hair tapers toward the ends.\u00a0 Some tapering toward the ends of the hair is normal. But, if you have hair breakage you\u2019ll notice a marked difference between the density of your hair at the root compared to the ends.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Diaz-Santin states that hair breakage will often centralize at the hairline. You&#8217;ll notice it from the root and you wind up with many short pieces of hair.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Fix Hair Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Unfortunately, once hair is damaged you can&#8217;t un-break it. Once hair is broken, the only solution is to cut your hair and work on preventing further damage. However, there are things you can do to make amends by treating new hair growth with care and making haircare decisions that bring out the best in your hair&#8217;s current appearance.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Prevent Hair Breakage: <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_38-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The best way to deal with hair breakage is to keep it from happening. From hair masks to heat protectants, here&#8217;s what you&#8217;ll need to do to protect your hair from breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_40-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Invest in a High-Quality Hair Mask: <\/strong>The number one tip from both of our experts? A good hair mask. Technology has evolved so much in recent years that even a single treatment can deliver dramatic changes. We recommend the cult-favorite K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask as it just takes four minutes to work its magic. Just one use makes hair\u2014and especially tips\u2014feel softer, stronger, and much more moisturized than before.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_42-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Always Use Heat Protectant: <\/strong>Anyone with breakage should avoid heat completely, but if you <em>must<\/em> heat style it\u2019s very important to use a thermal protection product. \u201cThey definitely work\u2014but only to a certain temperature,\u201d hairstylist, Sascha Breuer says. If you want to flat iron or curl hair, try Oribe\u2019s Soft Lacquer Heat Styling Spray. \u201cIt seals your ends and protects them from irons,\u201d Anthony Campbell, a celebrity hairstylist explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Wash Your Hair Less Often: <\/strong>\u201cThe natural oils from your scalp help reduce damage,\u201d Campbell says. Try adding an extra day or two between washing; ideally, he suggests lathering up only two or three times a week, but even skipping one day will help. And when you do wash, be sure to use a breakage-preventing shampoo, such as the Nexxus Unbreakable Care Anti-Breakage Shampoo.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_46-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Turn Down the Heat:<\/strong> Many flat and curling irons\u2014even those with temperature settings\u2014turn on at 400 degrees, a temperature that can literally cook the inside of your strands. \u201c280 degrees is a good place to start,\u201d Breuer says. \u201cYou want to use the lowest possible temperature to get your desired result.\u201d No temperature setting on your irons? It\u2019s time to upgrade. Try T3&#8217;s Smooth ID Smart Flat Iron and Smooth ID Smart Curling Iron which use innovative tech to adjust the heat settings depending on your hair type and texture.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Get Consistent Trims: <\/strong>To keep split ends from traveling up the shaft and creating extra damage, stay on top of your trim schedule and try to visit your hair salon every two to three months. Doing so will keep your ends in tip-top shape and both looking <em>and <\/em>feeling healthy.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Use Hair Oil: <\/strong>Obviously, a trim is the fastest\u2014and best\u2014way to get rid of damage, but if you\u2019re in a pinch try Campbell\u2019s trick. When he arrives on set and sees split ends, he immediately reaches for oil as he says it brings life back to hair. Coat your dry strands with Oribe\u2019s Gold Lust Oil or Fekkai&#8217;s Brilliant Gloss Serum.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Avoid Alcohol-Heavy Haircare:<\/strong> While you\u2019re rehabbing damage, try to avoid products with a high level of alcohol, like certain dry shampoos, hairsprays, and mousse\u2014and definitely avoid anything gel-based! Try Nexxus\u2019 Mousse Plus instead.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_54-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Loosen Your Updos: <\/strong>The less stress you put on your hair, the less breakage you\u2019ll have. Coat your hands with oil and wrap strands into a loose bun to conceal split ends, or a side braid to hide breakage until it starts to get better. Additionally, use a soft elastic, like Slip&#8217;s Silk Scrunchies.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_56-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Brush Your Hair Correctly: <\/strong>To prevent knots and tangles from traveling down the shaft, begin brushing your hair from the tips and slowly work your way up. If you sense you may have a few more knots than usual, consider prepping hair with a detangling spray.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_58-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Use Reparative Haircare Products: <\/strong>Damage requires gentle, restorative products. Anything too strong or harsh could exacerbate damage. Instead, Breuer recommends Living Proof\u2019s Restore Collection of Shampoo, Conditioner, and Repair Leave-in Cream. \u201cMost products made for damage can weigh down your hair and make it look flat,\u201d Breuer says. \u201cBut these are different\u2014they\u2019re very light.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_60-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Seek Out Professional Advice: <\/strong>If you\u2019re at a point where your hair snaps just by brushing it, you need to turn to a professional, Breuer says. \u201cAsk around for recommendations and set up consultations on your lunch break with new stylists to see what they can do to help you,\u201d he says. It\u2019s also time to ask yourself why you have so much damage in the first place. \u201cIt\u2019s probably time to get a new colorist or lay off the heat,\u201d explains Campbell.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_62-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block theme-expanded is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Can hair grow back from breakage?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Breakage (thankfully) isn&#8217;t permanent. In most situations, you can make changes to your lifestyle to prevent future breakage while making the existing breakage less unsightly while you wait for your hair to grow out. Restoring your hair after breakage will require careful use of products and could require professional intervention.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How can I repair my broken hair naturally?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Home remedies can be used to boost the appearance of damaged hair naturally and ensure new hair growing in is healthy and gorgeous as ever. Natural treatments for damaged hair include using extra virgin olive oil, honey, aloe vera juice, coconut oil, or another natural ingredient. This process will take roughly six months to a year to complete before you&#8217;re back to luscious and healthy hair.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Hair breakage happens due to over-brushing, tight hairstyles, and unprotected heat styling, among other factors.<\/li>\n<li>To prevent hair breakage, invest in a high-quality hair mask and consistently use a heat protectant.<\/li>\n<li>For severely damaged hair, consult a professional to assess and address the underlying causes of breakage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Whether you dye, process, or style your hair with hot tools, you&#8217;ve likely experienced hair breakage at some point in your life. What&#8217;s more, you can experience breakage without doing anything at all. Simply letting hair grow long without frequent trims can also lead to split ends. Although breakage may be unavoidable over time, there are certainly ways to curtail it, but the key is to prevent it in the first place.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Maintaining strong and healthy hair begins with a solid prevention game. Using the right hair care products for your hair type and lifestyle, eating a healthy diet, and doing things such as brushing your hair correctly can all help prevent breakage. On the flip side, using harsh ingredients, pulling your hair too tightly, and washing your hair too often can make hair more prone to breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> We know there&#8217;s a lot of misinformation out there, so to get you all the right information you need to keep your hair strong from scalp to ends, we asked four hair experts to share all their best tips. From using silk scrunchies to incorporating gentle and reparative formulas, keep scrolling for their insight.<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Anthony Campbell is a celebrity hairdresser and stylist whose clients include Jessica Biel and Emma Watson.<\/li>\n<li>Sascha Breuer is a professional hairstylist based in Los Angeles, California, who counts Anne Hathaway and Zoe Salda\u00f1a as clients.<\/li>\n<li>Ona Diaz-Santin is a celebrity hairstylist, curl expert, and the owner of 5 Salon &amp; Spa.<\/li>\n<li>Tiffany Young is a certified trichologist and the founder of Thin Hair Thick.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is Hair Breakage? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hair breakage occurs when the hair shaft breaks, which then leads to split ends and shorter strands of hair. &#8220;It can manifest itself in many ways. The mid-length area of the hair looks fused or worn, think of a rope and how the fibers of the rope start to break first. The ends are frayed and have seen better days,&#8221; celebrity hairstylist, Diaz-Santin explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> But don&#8217;t fear\u2014not all short hairs point to breakage. &#8220;A lot of interspersed short hairs at the scalp could be new hair growth and isn\u2019t a cause for panic,&#8221; explains trichologist, Tiffany Young. &#8220;However, if the hair is clustered in one area and is all a shorter length, that is usually from breakage.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Causes Hair Breakage? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Strap in because there are quite a few culprits behind hair breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hair breakage can be caused by: over-brushing, tight hairstyles, unprotected heat styling, rough towel-drying, a poor diet, stress, harsh hair products, dryness, too-tight hair ties, dye, chemical treatments, and waiting too long in between trims.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> One of the most common causes (and easiest changes) is repetitive styling and tight hairstyles. &#8220;In fact, hair breakage from wearing your hair in clips and tight ponytails is so common there is a name for the hair loss that results from it: Traction Alopecia,&#8221; says Young. Her number one tip for avoiding hair breakage is skipping out on repetitive hairstyling. Anything that puts stress on the hair follicle is a no-go. &#8220;No ponytails at bedtime! Consider using hair-friendly materials like satin hair scrunchies, if you must wear your hair up.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Another common problem is dryness. Dryness could stem from many root causes from overdoing it on the heat styling to just plain dry weather. Break out the conditioner to tackle signs of dryness. Focus it on your ends to stop breakage before it has a chance to start.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;Keeping the hair well hydrated [and] moisturized will prevent the hair from snapping off,&#8221; Diaz-Santin says before stating that banishing dryness is especially beneficial for preventing hair breakage in cold weather.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Other, more severe, causes of hair breakage are thyroid disorders and eating disorders. If you are having continuous problems with hair breakage but you handled the common causes like towel drying and restrictive hairstyles, it may be time to see a professional. A professional will be able to get to the bottom of your hair breakage problem to ensure you have a thick and healthy head of hair in the future.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Tell If You Have Hair Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Are the short hairs around your hairline different lengths? Do you have seemingly more and more split ends? It&#8217;s probably hair breakage.<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> &#8220;An easy way to see if you have hair breakage is to do a strand test,&#8221; says Young. &#8220;Take a section of your hair\u2014about an inch [in] diameter. Assess the diameter at your root and see the rate at which your hair tapers toward the ends.\u00a0 Some tapering toward the ends of the hair is normal. But, if you have hair breakage you\u2019ll notice a marked difference between the density of your hair at the root compared to the ends.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Diaz-Santin states that hair breakage will often centralize at the hairline. You&#8217;ll notice it from the root and you wind up with many short pieces of hair.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Fix Hair Breakage <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_35-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Unfortunately, once hair is damaged you can&#8217;t un-break it. Once hair is broken, the only solution is to cut your hair and work on preventing further damage. However, there are things you can do to make amends by treating new hair growth with care and making haircare decisions that bring out the best in your hair&#8217;s current appearance.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_37-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Prevent Hair Breakage: <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_38-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> The best way to deal with hair breakage is to keep it from happening. From hair masks to heat protectants, here&#8217;s what you&#8217;ll need to do to protect your hair from breakage.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_40-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Invest in a High-Quality Hair Mask: <\/strong>The number one tip from both of our experts? A good hair mask. Technology has evolved so much in recent years that even a single treatment can deliver dramatic changes. We recommend the cult-favorite K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask as it just takes four minutes to work its magic. Just one use makes hair\u2014and especially tips\u2014feel softer, stronger, and much more moisturized than before.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_42-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Always Use Heat Protectant: <\/strong>Anyone with breakage should avoid heat completely, but if you <em>must<\/em> heat style it\u2019s very important to use a thermal protection product. \u201cThey definitely work\u2014but only to a certain temperature,\u201d hairstylist, Sascha Breuer says. If you want to flat iron or curl hair, try Oribe\u2019s Soft Lacquer Heat Styling Spray. \u201cIt seals your ends and protects them from irons,\u201d Anthony Campbell, a celebrity hairstylist explains.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_44-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Wash Your Hair Less Often: <\/strong>\u201cThe natural oils from your scalp help reduce damage,\u201d Campbell says. Try adding an extra day or two between washing; ideally, he suggests lathering up only two or three times a week, but even skipping one day will help. And when you do wash, be sure to use a breakage-preventing shampoo, such as the Nexxus Unbreakable Care Anti-Breakage Shampoo.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_46-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Turn Down the Heat:<\/strong> Many flat and curling irons\u2014even those with temperature settings\u2014turn on at 400 degrees, a temperature that can literally cook the inside of your strands. \u201c280 degrees is a good place to start,\u201d Breuer says. \u201cYou want to use the lowest possible temperature to get your desired result.\u201d No temperature setting on your irons? It\u2019s time to upgrade. Try T3&#8217;s Smooth ID Smart Flat Iron and Smooth ID Smart Curling Iron which use innovative tech to adjust the heat settings depending on your hair type and texture.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_48-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Get Consistent Trims: <\/strong>To keep split ends from traveling up the shaft and creating extra damage, stay on top of your trim schedule and try to visit your hair salon every two to three months. Doing so will keep your ends in tip-top shape and both looking <em>and <\/em>feeling healthy.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_50-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Use Hair Oil: <\/strong>Obviously, a trim is the fastest\u2014and best\u2014way to get rid of damage, but if you\u2019re in a pinch try Campbell\u2019s trick. When he arrives on set and sees split ends, he immediately reaches for oil as he says it brings life back to hair. Coat your dry strands with Oribe\u2019s Gold Lust Oil or Fekkai&#8217;s Brilliant Gloss Serum.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_52-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Avoid Alcohol-Heavy Haircare:<\/strong> While you\u2019re rehabbing damage, try to avoid products with a high level of alcohol, like certain dry shampoos, hairsprays, and mousse\u2014and definitely avoid anything gel-based! Try Nexxus\u2019 Mousse Plus instead.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_54-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Loosen Your Updos: <\/strong>The less stress you put on your hair, the less breakage you\u2019ll have. Coat your hands with oil and wrap strands into a loose bun to conceal split ends, or a side braid to hide breakage until it starts to get better. Additionally, use a soft elastic, like Slip&#8217;s Silk Scrunchies.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_56-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Brush Your Hair Correctly: <\/strong>To prevent knots and tangles from traveling down the shaft, begin brushing your hair from the tips and slowly work your way up. If you sense you may have a few more knots than usual, consider prepping hair with a detangling spray.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_58-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Use Reparative Haircare Products: <\/strong>Damage requires gentle, restorative products. Anything too strong or harsh could exacerbate damage. Instead, Breuer recommends Living Proof\u2019s Restore Collection of Shampoo, Conditioner, and Repair Leave-in Cream. \u201cMost products made for damage can weigh down your hair and make it look flat,\u201d Breuer says. \u201cBut these are different\u2014they\u2019re very light.\u201d\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_60-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"><strong>Seek Out Professional Advice: <\/strong>If you\u2019re at a point where your hair snaps just by brushing it, you need to turn to a professional, Breuer says. \u201cAsk around for recommendations and set up consultations on your lunch break with new stylists to see what they can do to help you,\u201d he says. It\u2019s also time to ask yourself why you have so much damage in the first place. \u201cIt\u2019s probably time to get a new colorist or lay off the heat,\u201d explains Campbell.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_62-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block theme-expanded is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Can hair grow back from breakage?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Breakage (thankfully) isn&#8217;t permanent. In most situations, you can make changes to your lifestyle to prevent future breakage while making the existing breakage less unsightly while you wait for your hair to grow out. Restoring your hair after breakage will require careful use of products and could require professional intervention.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How can I repair my broken hair naturally?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Home remedies can be used to boost the appearance of damaged hair naturally and ensure new hair growing in is healthy and gorgeous as ever. Natural treatments for damaged hair include using extra virgin olive oil, honey, aloe vera juice, coconut oil, or another natural ingredient. This process will take roughly six months to a year to complete before you&#8217;re back to luscious and healthy hair.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> Source URL: https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/how-to-fix-hair-breakage-11872811<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Your Hair Keeps Breaking\u2014And How to Repair the Damage Fast SOS. By Lexy Lebsack Lexy Lebsack Lexy Lebsack is a freelance reporter, editor, and correspondent based in Los Angeles. She was also the founding editor of Byrdie. Byrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines Published on December 20, 2025 06:15AM Reviewed by Sophia Emmanuel Reviewed by Sophia Emmanuel [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1697351,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[83,226],"class_list":["post-1697349","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-politics","tag-byrdie-com","tag-crawlmanager"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1697349","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1697349"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1697349\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1697351"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1697349"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1697349"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1697349"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}