The Good Book (BIBLE) says ‘’ a woman’s hair is her cover”. Isn’t it amazing how the creator Himself made hair a woman’s cover? This shows that women should take very good care of their hair in order not lose their cover. As women as we are, we are most careful when it comes to our hair. We spend a lot of money on it just to keep it in the right shape.
Men cannot be excluded here because some men also spend money on their hair and some even give money to their wives to keep their hair neat and good looking.
All these attest to the fact that everybody loves their hair and nobody will want to carry a damaged or bad looking hair around.
Some people are overprotective and others too are careless when it comes to their hair that’s why they often end up with a damaged hair. Others too do not even notice until their hair is completely damaged. Do not worry as this post is here to alert you of some of the signs of hair damage.
PARTS OF THE HAIR
The hair is derived from the epidermis (the outermost layer of the skin) and it is made up of two parts, namely; the hair follicle and shaft.
HAIR FOLLICLE
This is the root of the hair and its function is to produce an oily substance (sebum) which nourishes the hair and the skin. It also acts as a sensitive receptor that allows an individual to sense various stimuli. It also regulates an individual’s hair growth by interacting with various hormones.
HAIR SHAFT
It is also made up three layers, namely; medulla (deepest layer), the cortex (middle layer) and the cuticle (outer layer) which is colourless and thin. It regulates body temperature, protecting the skin, etc.
CAUSES OF HAIR DAMAGE
So many factors contribute to a damaged hair such as;
Stress, poor diet, unfavourable weather conditions, hair exposure to extreme heat, processing the hair too often with hair dryers, frequent or too much hair wash, too much or frequent brushing, improper drying of the hair, elastic hair ties that pulls so much on the scalp, certain health conditions like hyperthyroidism, hair bleaching, hair colouring, etc.
5 SIGNS OF HAIR DAMAGE
ROUGHNESS OF HAIR
This can be tested by running your fingers along the ends of your hair. A damaged turns out to be sticky with uneven ends.A slightly rough hair means the hair is healthy.
POROSITY
This measures how the hair is able to absorb moisture. When the hair is damaged, it becomes highly porous because the hair’s cuticle opens exposing the inner cortex. The gives the hair a dull and dry looks. Hair with poor porosity too lacks moisture and does not respond to treatment well.
LACK OF ELASTICITY
Hair in its normal condition is bouncy but absent in the otherwise hair. You can test for hair’s elasticity by picking a hair strand by the thumb and forefinger and stretch it to 1/3 of its length. A healthier hair will regain its original size but the damaged hair will not or better still breaks off.
DRYNESS
A damaged hair looks extremely dry due lack of production or under production of the sebum the hair produce to moisturize it. Dry hair eventually leads to hair breakage.
TANGLENESS
Though other factors like exposure of hair to too much friction during sleep, constant wearing of ponytails can cause the hair to tangle, damaged hair tangles easily due to lack of moisture or hydration.
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Ok I have all of these symtoms! In fact I have damaged hair and I am trying really hard to fix it!
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Good luck dear, you shall surely come out with it.
Hair health is so important – and so hard to upkeep sometimes! Whenever my hair tangles easily, I know it’s time for some hydration xx
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Yeah! you are so right dear!
Thanks for sharing these tips. Have a great week.
Gemma x
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You are welcome and thank you too.
Such a great post!
xx- Nina
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Thanks Nina!
I agree on all your points. Healthy and shiny hair is key, I try to expose my hair not too much.
xx Simone
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Thank you Simone!
What a great post! I’ve been thinking a lot about hair health lately, since Winter seems to bring out the worst. You can, fortunately, correct and somewhat prevent hair damage. You can’t repair split ends and need to keep those trimmed off so it doesn’t continue on up the hair strand. I love that there are so many hair oils and hair products with oils in them now – my hair looks so much better. Thanks so much for the guide!
Ruth
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You are definitely right and you are welcome girl!
Looking fabulous, babe! xoxo ❤️
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Thanks dear!
My hair gets so dry in the winter. Thanks for sharing these ideas.
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You are welcome Katherine! Have a lovely week!
Great post! I agree, hair health is really important, thank you for sharing! <3 xx
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You are welcome dear!
Such an informative post! Thanks for sharing!
~Samantha
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You are welcome Samantha
We do take such pride in our hair because it makes such a difference in our appearance.
XOXO
Jodie
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I agree with you Jodie!
This is so true, these really are signs of hair damage. A lot of people are damaging their hair without even realizing it. I take good care of my hair so it’s damaged. I’m also lucky in the sense that my hair is naturally thick. However, I do have skin problems. You can’t have everything, I always say.
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That’s true but I’m sure with time it will work out. Have a fab week.
I color my grays every 5 weeks and my hair is quite damaged. Can’t help it! I do a weekly coconut oil hair mask and it helps.
good luck then, it shall surely be well. have a fab week.
Such great information! I really try to take care of my hair and deep condition it and only wash it 2-3 times a week. Thanks for sharing!
You are definitely doing a great job, keep it up. You are so much welcome.
Good tips to know it 🙂
Thanks!
OH MY GOSH! I have the worst hair because of all the bleaching:(
All is not lost dear, you can still work it out.
Great points! I’m always very careful when brushing my hair when wet, as it’s so easy to cause a lot of damage xx
Gemma • Gemma Etc . ❤️
That’s very true and I agree with you.
Such a nice post!
Xoxo.
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Thank you so much dear.
The only thing I have right now is it being tangled but I have had all of these!
Jennifer
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I hope you try to fix it and you will love it. thanks for your comments.
Oh, now I have to check my hair seriously as I know it is dry. Thanks for this helpful post – nevertheless I hope my hair is not too damaged.
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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Never say never my dear, it will work out for you. You are welcome dear.
This is awesome advice- I’m always trying to keep my hair healthy!
-Ashley
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Good job! have a fab week Ashley.
These are all good points! My hair is always drier in the winter and I have to work extra hard to keep it healthy!
Jill – Doused in Pink
Thanks dear! Have a lovely week.
Ugh my hair needs help.
Thanks for this!
xoxox,
CC
I’m glad you found out. You are welcome!
This is a great post! Thanks for the tips!
xx Jenifer
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Thanks and you are always welcome!
I’ve been trying to take better care of my hair although I know I damage it by curling it nearly every day. I do try to air dry instead of blow drying, so hopefully that helps!
Air drying is good for the hair, thanks for your comments.
Nice to know more about hair care. I actually want to pay attention to my hair from now on.
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Good luck Mercy! you will love the results, trust me. Have a nice week.
Oh man my hair is so tangley! But I’m not surprised its damaged. It is recovering from chemo so I’m sure a lot has to do with that!
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All is not lost my dear, it is well. Thanks for your comments.
Great post. My hair has been growing a lot and quickly after I changed my diet, stopped stressing and I stopped dyeing it as much, lol. I also have been using a few tricks from my mum: different oils and natural conditioning treatments.
You are actually the hair doctor! keep the good work and thanks for your comments.
Such an interesting post, so helpful!
Kisses, Paola.
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Thanks Paola!
I have such a hard time keeping my hair healthy, thank you for posting these signs. I don’t want to admit how many I have. haha
xoxo
Mary
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Haha! don’t admit Mary, I trust you.
I definitely have dry and damaged hair. Do you have recommendations on how to fix it?
xx Jenifer
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You can try some home made hair mask like this one https://theglossychic.com/diy-hair-mask-recipe/
Wow! You are the beauty expert! I really have to pay more attention to my hair.
Thank you dear!
My hair is always tangled . This is such a great post ! Thanks !
Lesley Kim
Thank you and welcome Lesley!
Love the informative post, babe! xoxo
Thanks dear!
Thanks for the informative post, I have a little damage from years of colouring, so trying to rectify that at the moment.
xoxo
Lovely
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You shall surely make it dear!
I love diy masks for my hair☺
Thanks Natalia!
Oh my yeah I know I am. I recently got it cut to help with this. And taking break from hightlighting
Allie of
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My hair is definitely damaged!
Healthy hair are so important, great tips, thanks for sharing!
Have a wonderful day!:)
Welcome deary!
These are all great points, Wendee. I enjoyed reading this post.
This is so informative! Thanks for sharing this
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