Repair Damaged Hair Now.

When we talk about damaged hair, we’re talking about more than just split ends. We’re talking about dull, frizzy locks that are difficult to manage. Before answering the question, how do I repair my damaged hair? let’s make sure we have a basic understanding of what each strand of hair is made up of.

Each strand of hair consists of three layers. Let’s take a look:

1. Cuticle (the outer layer)
2. Cortex (the middle layer)
3. Medulla (the innermost layer)

Let us count the ways… Hair damage can result from a myriad of factors. Aggressors or stressors break down the hair’s keratin, or natural protein structure, leading to weak, brittle and dull hair. Before exploring damaged hair treatments, we’ll get into some of the causes.

Some of the most common culprits of hair damage include:

Chemical processing like dyeing or bleaching

Dyeing or bleaching hair (especially at home) can deplete your hair’s hydration, turning smooth, healthy hair into coarse, damaged hair. Bleaching in particular dissolves the melanin, or pigment, in our hair, leaving the hair dry, porous and fragile. It can even permanently change and weaken your hair structure overall.

Harsh environmental or external factors

Harmful UV rays from too much sun exposure can lead to brittle hair that’s more prone to breakage. Swimming in chlorinated water can also strip away your hair’s moisture (not to mention turn your mane green), leaving it coarse and crunchy.

Overuse of heating tools

Styling with excessive heat, whether with a hair dryer, straight iron or curling iron, can effectively “cook” our hair, leading to raised cuticles and more porous hair. This leads to hair that is more susceptible to damage.

This is not an exhaustive list of all causes of hair damage, but you can use it as a starting point for getting at the root cause of the damage. If you’re asking yourself, how do I repair damaged hair? Keep reading.

Now that you’ve assessed the damage, where should you begin? Making a full transformation from dull to vibrant isn’t always an easy path. Some cases of extremely damaged hair can’t quite be reversed. However, with proper hair care and a little TLC, you can begin to restore your hair from the outside in and get on your way to recovering your healthy, happy mane.

Start again: Cut your hair

If the damage is really deep, you may simply want to cut your hair, and start again. Head to a stylist you trust and don’t shy away from a major cut. Then you basically get to start from a clean slate! That’s how to fix extremely damaged hair. Be sure to establish a healthy, nourishing routine with your new style.

Adjust your routine: Less is more

When it comes to processing, like bleach or dye, we say, go to a salon. These processes achieve the best results when left to professionals, who know which products to use to minimize damage and maximize effect. Also, consider less frequent treatments.

Turn down the heat: Use protection

If you do use heat styling on your hair, we suggest a number of things to minimize damage. First, let your hair air dry most of the way first. This reduces the necessary exposure time to heat. Then, use lower temperatures when heat styling your hair so you avoid scorching or cooking your strands. If you’re using a hair dryer, you can also use it from a little farther away, and keep it moving so you’re not heat-stressing certain parts of your hair.

Nourish your hair: Targeted treatments

When it comes to the best treatments for damaged hair, look for specially-targeted, salon-quality products to support your damaged hair. You want effective formulations that focus on hydration and protection. The Absolut Repair Molecular routine by L’Oréal Professionnel is a full damaged hair treatment routine, which can repair 2 years of damage in a single application.* The full damaged hair treatment routine works to rebuild the molecular structure of the hair, penetrating the hair fibers to restore strength, elasticity and movement.

To complete this transformative routine, the new Absolut Repair Molecular Oil emerges as the essential final step. This innovative, lightweight oil from L'Oréal Professionnel's Absolut Repair Molecular range is specifically formulated to seal in the profound repairing benefits delivered by the rest of the Absolut Repair Molecular Franchise. It creates a protective shield over the newly strengthened hair, guarding against environmental aggressors and preventing future damage, while ensuring the molecular repair is sustained. Beyond its protective qualities, the Absolut Repair Molecular Oil significantly enhances hair's overall appearance, imparting incredible softness, brilliant shine, and improved manageability without any heavy residue. It works in perfect harmony with the other Absolut Repair Molecular products to lock in nourishment and leave your hair feeling incredibly healthy, smooth, and radiantly revitalized.

To complete this transformative routine, the new Absolut Repair Molecular Oil emerges as the essential final step. This innovative, lightweight oil from L'Oréal Professionnel's Absolut Repair Molecular range is specifically formulated to seal in the profound repairing benefits delivered by the rest of the Absolut Repair Molecular Franchise. It creates a protective shield over the newly strengthened hair, guarding against environmental aggressors and preventing future damage, while ensuring the molecular repair is sustained. Beyond its protective qualities, the Absolut Repair Molecular Oil significantly enhances hair's overall appearance, imparting incredible softness, brilliant shine, and improved manageability without any heavy residue. It works in perfect harmony with the other Absolut Repair Molecular products to lock in nourishment and leave your hair feeling incredibly healthy, smooth, and radiantly revitalized.