Identifying the Causes of Hair Damage

It is undeniable that every woman wants to have beautiful hair. However, according to H & A Global Survey Study in 2006, 8 out if 10 women experienced hair damages. Half of them have problems with dry hair such as hair thinning due to the lack of fat in the bottom of the cortex and cuticle. What are the causes of hair damages? At least there are four main factors/causes of hair damage.

The first factor to cause the hair damage is environmental factor. Exposure to the sun, exposure to pollution, and air-conditioned work environment can make our hair dry. The hair will slowly erode and become dry. 

The second factor is the mechanical one. Wrong method in washing or hair, for example using a shampoo that is too heavy for hair drying process, can also make our hair broken. You do not need to rub the scalp vigorously when shampooing. You do not have to rub with a towel to dry either. If you rub it too hard there is  a chance that your hair cuticle or outer layer can be peeled off.

The next factor is thermal factor. Too often using a hair dryer can also remove the hair's natural moisture, making it difficult to set up and not shiny. Dry your hair with a good fan. After that, cover it with a towel so it absorbs water.

And the last one is chemical factor. Hair coloring process may results in hair damage. Balance your dying habit with appropriate shampoo treatment. When you experience those four factors every day, slowly the hair which consists of cuticle, medulla and cortex, would be damaged. Try to prevent it by avoiding above mentioned factors.