Hair can be worn down by various factors such as exposure to sunlight, hot baths, and others.
When hair originates from the scalp, it is free from extreme damage. However, over time, it is exposed to conditions that can wear it down. According to dermatologist Dr. Felipe Chediek, a member of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology dealing with systemic trichology and Integrative Functional Medicine, as hair grows, certain factors can damage it. “Soon, with the passing of days and millimeters of growth, this fiber is exposed to a great variability of factors that can lead to a deterioration of its integrity and, depending on these actions, to irreversible damage,” he explains.
It also mentions the five most common factors that damage hair, including overuse of heat sources, such as hair dryers, flat irons and curling irons, and chemicals.
HOT BATHS
During the bath, the high temperature of the water damages the health of the strands. In addition, it also interferes with the quality of the water coming from the treatment plant.
THERMAL DAMAGE
Excessive use of heat sources such as hair dryers, irons, and curling irons can wear away the threads.
CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES
The chemicals cause wear on the hair fiber and can even cause irreversible damage.
SUN, SEA AND POOL
Solar radiation oxidizes the keratin of the hair, damaging the hair fiber. However, it is not only the sun that damages the health of the strands. In fact, even the salinity and the presence of many mineral elements in sea water have a negative impact on the hair fiber, as well as the chemical agents present in the swimming pool water.
COSMETICS INADEQUATE
It is also necessary to pay attention to the cosmetics that are used to wash and condition the hair, as these items can cause damage to the hair fiber, causing it to lose protection and with a greater risk of surface wear. According to the dermatologist, the way the hair is dry affects the health of the hair. So, the recommended thing is not to rub your hair hard to remove excess water after showering.
All these factors damage the locks. “All this makes our threads more dull, porous, dry, brittle and with less shine. And it becomes more and more difficult to recover,” explains Dr. Chediek.
Food is a point that deserves the attention of those who want to maintain the health and beauty of the threads. “Do not fail to always follow good nutrition and quality of life, as well as adequate nutritional supplementation”, indicates the dermatologist.
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