Can Too Much Protein Damage Your Hair?

Yes, just like all excesses, too much protein can leave strands brittle and motionless.

There has been a lot of talk about the importance of protein for hair, so much so that there are many hair products enriched with this macronutrient. But, like everything related to health, one must be careful of excesses. That’s why today we’re going to talk about what can happen if you offer protein too much for your hair.

WHAT IS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PROTEINS AND HAIR?

“Hair is made up of keratin, a protein rich in sulfur and derived from cystine,” explains Jacques Janine Jardins’ hairstylist, brown nuns 🇧🇷 “The main function of proteins is to structure the fiber, giving it strength and vitality”.

That is, since proteins are an essential part of the basic structure of the hair, it is necessary that the strands are always healthy. Here comes the first point: it is necessary, of course, to consume enough protein so that the body receives the necessary amounts of this macronutrient – sufficient to carry out the functions of the body and, in particular, hair.

Biotin is a very famous protein when it comes to hair care, because it acts directly on the development of the hair fiber. Therefore, when the body is deficient, protein replacement is very effective in hair care.

DOES EXCESS PROTEIN HURT FOR HAIR?

“Excess can, yes, damage strands,” explains the Dr. Thais Mussi , endocrinologist and metabolologist. “Because of this, the recommended daily intake is about 45 g for women and 55 g for men.”

For this reason it is also important to always be aware of the signs that give your hair. When there is excess, the hair can look very dry and the strands become brittle, looking like straw. Split ends, tangles, and even a lack of shine can also indicate that there is too much protein in the region.

In these cases, the ideal is to go in the opposite direction: look for products that help nourish the strands and restore the natural softness of the stems – investing in good hydration is very important here.

HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR HAIR NEEDS MORE PROTEIN?

Okay, we have already figured out what happens when there is an excess. But what happens when there is a shortage?

According to Bruna, if your hair seems brittle, even in the absence of chemical treatments, it’s a sign that this macronutrient is lacking.

“The body signals when it needs attention, and hair is no exception,” adds Dr. Thais. “If the strands are porous, lacking elasticity, dull, and easily tangled, it could be a lack of protein.”

In these cases, besides of course making the necessary adjustments to your diet, there are other ways to replace the lost protein from your hair.

“However, it is important to know that the structure of the fiber takes place within the dermis, where the hair follicle is installed, so integration is very important,” explains Bruna. “But Rebuild is a great alternative to topical protein and fiber replacement.”

If you’re unsure about what your hair needs right now, it’s worth seeking out a specialist, such as a dermatologist or trichologist, to clarify your doubts.

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