Don’t we all love experimenting with our hair- color, bleach, or style them differently?

It’s for that reason the global hair care market was worth a whopping $ 4870 million in 2020.

But no matter how much we love playing with our hair, we must remember that overdoing something might cause damage.

In this article, we will look at what over processed hair looks like and what can be done to fix and prevent it.

What it looks like

Over-processed hair generally refers to hair that has been subjected to excessive

  • Heat
  • Dye
  • Bleach
  • Other chemicals
  • Other styling tools

Over-processed hair makes the shaft dense and porous, which makes it difficult to maintain and style the hair.

It typically looks and feels dry and is very brittle and weak.

Over-processing also changes the hair’s original texture, and you might notice that some pieces of your hair look straight while others may look crimped.

How to fix over processed hair

Some ways to fix your over-processed hair from further damage are discussed below.

Trim the ends

Trimming the hair is the easiest way to get rid of the damage.

A little chop can help you get the bounce back and make your hair appear healthier than before.

Deep conditioning

Deep conditioning
Deep conditioning at Saloon

Deep conditioning the hair at least once a week will add back moisture to the hair.

You can also restore your over-processed hair with a hair mask.

Bond-building or protein treatment

The idea is that a bond-building or protein treatment might help restore the hair shaft on a cellular level.

A protein treatment might also help to restore hair shine and elasticity when the hair is dry and brittle from over-processing.

Warning
Always get a professional’s assistance for such treatments.
Do not try doing them at home.

Cut down on heat

Using heat styling tools like blow dryers, straightening irons, curling irons, etc., can cause even more damage to the already damaged hair.

Avoid using heat on the hair and use a heat protectant on days you must. 

Also, let your hair air dry as often as possible.

This will prevent hair from further damage and give it time to recover.

Gentle and moisturizing products

Shampoo and Conditioner
Shampoo and Conditioner

Invest in products that do not strip your hair of its natural oils.

Make sure it has moisturizing ingredients and is gentle on the hair.

In addition to it, you must also treat your hair gently while shampooing and combing.

Useful Tip:
Use a wide-toothed comb and work your way from the ends to the scalp while detangling.

Add oiling your scalp to your routine

Add coconut oil or any other such oil to your routine.

It will add moisture to your hair and protect it from damage and protein loss.

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You can also read Hair Breakage Treatment Guide: Tips and Tricks for Healthier Hair to learn more ways to save your hair from damage.

Prevention tips

The best way to address over-processed hair is by proactively focusing on prevention rather than cure.  

  • Go to a professional to get the chemical treatment done on your hair
  • Keep away from chemical treatments
  • Stretch the time between two chemical treatments from 8 to 12 weeks
  • Do not double-process the hair
  • Be mindful of the heat exposure

Takeaway

While you might like to style or color your hair frequently, knowing what it can do to your hair, in the long run, is important.

The heat and harsh chemicals can damage your hair, making it dry and prone to breakage.

So, if you are considering chemically treating your hair, seek professional help to minimize the damage.

Also, trimming the ends and following a gentle and moisturizing hair care routine, including oiling and deep conditioning, might be helpful.

You can even try a protein or bond repair treatment to help your hair heal faster.

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