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Breakage and Damage
In the hair business, ‘damage’ means that the cuticle is roughed up, cracked, chipped or even worn off. There's a long list of things that can damage hair: Too much washing, combing and brushing; too-hot dryers and styling implements; bleaching and dyeing; and perming and straightening are the most common. Even chlorine and saltwater can do damage if you're not careful. But no matter what a product claims, damaged hair can't be permanently repaired. The only way to get rid of the damage is to let your hair grow out and to develop healthier habits.

Meanwhile, there are ways to make your hair look less damaged. Avoid washing your hair every day, and be sure to use a strong conditioner that contains proteins and humectants, and leave it on as long as possible. If your scalp is oily, keep conditioners away from the roots. About once a week, do a deep-conditioning treatment. And remember that a drop of a shine or gloss serum can do wonders.

Products you can use:
L’Oréal Professionnel Intense Repair Shampoo and Masque with an exceptionally high nutrition factor works on dry and damaged hair.
Himalaya Protein Shampoo with Conditioner works with ingredients like sandalwood, fenugreek and banyan tree to give you nutritional boost and natural shine.
Fantasia Frizz Buster Serum is an alcohol-free product for dry and damaged hair. It has a humidity resistant formula with a protective sunscreen.
TIGI Chocolate Head Massive Hair Repair Treatment (Rs 850) restores and deeply conditions hair.
Charles Worthington Dream Hair Out of This World Shampoo and Conditioner (Rs 350) uses proven skin care technology to guarantee that your hair is instantly stronger, shinier, healthier and goes on getting better and better. The Out Of This World oil-free conditioner adds bounce, shine and is an ultra light formulation, leaving hair full, shiny and manageable.
Catwalk Oatmeal and Honey Treatment Shampoo and Conditioner (Rs 535 each) is like comfort food for your hair. Helps repair chemically treated or damaged hair with vitamins A, B and E, while enhancing moisture and shine.

Dry Straits
Dry hair is caused by heat and the elements, so the first step is prevention. Avoid using overly hot dryers and heat-styling implements like curling or straightening irons, and wear a hat or scarf if you're going to be exposed to the sun or wind for a long time. Don't wash your hair every day — unless you have an oily scalp, only shampoo often enough to remove dirt and build-up, about two or three times a week.

When you wash your hair, use shampoos and conditioners that contain humectants. Leave the conditioner on your hair as long as possible. About once a week, do a deep- conditioning treatment.

If you have coarse hair, you might just need to condition more (but not with a leave-in conditioner, which can increase the appearance of dryness).

If you have naturally dry hair, you need a good conditioning treatment with lots of moisture. Look for conditioners with shea or cocoa butter, or massage 1/4 teaspoon of warm olive oil through your hair once a week at night, starting at the ends and working up to the roots. If your hair is dry due to colouring or perming, use a conditioning treatment containing protein to repair and rebuild chemically treated hair.

Products you can use:
L’Oréal Hair Spa Treatment for deep moisturising once a month nourishes and softens dry hair.
Sunsilk Pro Conditioner repairs damaged and pollution-affected hair.
TIGI Moisture Maniac Shampoo (Rs 600) has a high moisturising factor.
Hair Prescriptions Emergency Repair Conditioner (Rs 350) is a dermatologist recommended product prescribed for dry, damaged hair that has been chemically treated. Contains hydrolised human hair protein, tea tree oil, soluble collagen and Vitamin E and B 5.
Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Moisture Shampoo with aloe vera extract. Balanced moisture for dry hair.
TIGI Bed Head Self Absorbed Mega Vitamin Shampoo (Rs 675) empowers you with a mix of Vitamins A, B2, B5, D 3 and E that work on out-of-shape or chemically treated hair.
Keune Hair Mask is an intensive nutritive treatment for excessively dry hair. Replenishes moisture and lets you recover your hair’s natural vitality. All in 10 minutes!
Keune Leave In Conditioner is for dry, porous and damaged hair.

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