My hair has been through it - bleach, heat styling, and a lot of trial and error. These aren’t quick fixes, just small habits I slowly built that helped my hair feel stronger, softer, and healthier over time.
I stopped using heat styling tools on a regular basis and saved it for when I really wanted a certain look. Instead I switched to trying out different methods of heatless hairstyles, and my hair became noticeably healthier
Reducing heat styling to special occasions
On the days I do use heat, protecting my hair is non-negotiable. Using heat protectant is crucial to avoid heat damage.
NEVER skipping heat protectant
Switching to satin/silk pillowcases, and using a bonnet reduced frizz significantly and makes my hair feel soft
Sleeping on silk or satin pillowcases, or use a satin hair bonnet
Letting go of damaged, spli-ends regularly helped my hair feel fuller and healthier overall.
Regularly trimming split-ends
Letting my hair rest from bleaching was the biggest turning point in reducing breakage and dryness.
Taking a break from bleaching my hair
Consistent deep conditioning helped bring softness back to my hair over time. 1-2 times a week is key, even if you're lazy
Deep conditioning with hairmask 1x a week
Rubbing with towels causes friction, frizz, and unnecessary breakage after washing. Switching to microfibre hair towels was a game-changer
Switching to microfiber towels or cotton tees
I stopped brushing aggressively when my hair was wet and focused on slow, gentle detangling with a wide tooth-comb.
Being gentle with wet hair
I used to always keep my hair in a tight ponytail. but that was causing more breakage than I realised. Loose buns, claw clips, loose braids and gentle styles are the way to go.
Avoiding tight hairstyles
Promotes hair growth, increases blood circulation, deep cleans and exfoiates the scalp.
Using a silicone hair and scalp scrubber
Switching from hot to lukewarm water made a noticeable difference in dryness and frizz.
