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Heat styling tools like flat irons and blow dryers can cause significant damage to hair over time, affecting its health and appearance.
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Heat primarily damages the outer layers of hair—the cortex and cuticle—leading to weakness and vulnerability.
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Once hair is heat damaged, the protein bonds and cuticles are permanently affected, resulting in split ends, frizziness, and breakage.
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Signs of heat damaged hair include split ends, dryness, dullness, hair fall, and an itchy scalp.
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A simple self-test involves wetting a strand of hair and gently pulling it; lack of elasticity indicates heat damage.
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Heat damage varies from slight lifting of cuticles to complete exposure of the cortex, leading to rough, weak hair prone to breakage.
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To manage heat damaged hair, options include trimming split ends, using heat protectants, and opting for moisturizing shampoos and conditioners.
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Preventing further damage involves minimizing heat tool usage, using lower temperatures, and opting for natural, sulfate-free products.
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Regularly massaging hair with oil, using natural masks, and incorporating vitamins and minerals can aid in hair repair and rejuvenation.
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Recovery from heat damage requires patience and consistent care, but with time and proper treatment, improvements in hair health and appearance can be achieved.
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