Hair Breaking: Meaning, Causes and Solutions.

On a beautiful morning , you are about to set out on your daily activities, you took a comb, comb your hair but notice too much hair on your comb or brush. You are confused, don’t know what to do. 

If you are in this category you are far from being alone, many people are experiencing the same problem. In this article, I will explain what it actually mean to be experiencing hair breakage, the causes, and the solutions.

What Is Hair Breakage?

Hair breakage is a condition where hair breaks off faster than it is growing and even in some cases leaving stubble and a receding hairline.

How Do I Know That My Hair Is Breaking?

You can tell that your hair is breaking when:

1.     You comb or brush your hair and end up with too much hair on your brush or comb.

2.     You discover loose strands of hair everywhere, on your pillow, in the bath, on your shoulders and around your dresser.

3.     You find it difficult to groomyour hair to the length that you desire.

4.     You lose too much hair when you remove your braids or extensions.

Causes Of Hair Breakage

Ø Over processed.

Ø Wearing braids too tight.

Ø Frequent use of hair extensions.

Ø Use of too many heat styling tools.

Ø Frequent use of dye.

Ø Using of rubber bands to hold the hair.

Ø Incorrect hair care regime.

Consequences Of Hair Breakage

Excessive hair breakage if left untreated could lead to complete hair loss. When a person is suffering from hair breakage, the hair is breaking off faster than it is growing and research has shown that this condition can lead to irreversible hair loss.

Controlling The Condition Of Hair Breakage

To control this condition, there are certain things you must keep in mind, let’s consider some points.

Healthy hair begins with a healthy scalp, so keep your scalp healthy.

To prevent future hair breakage, consider the following must-do hair care tips:

Ø Wash and condition your hair daily, but gently.

Ø Use a swimmer’s shampoo and conditioner set after going to a pool.

Ø Try to let your hair air dry when possible.

Ø Make sure all weaves and extensions are light so they don’t pull on the scalp.

Ø Consider a new hair style that requires less damaging maintenance on your part.

Ø Eat a balanced diet to make sure your hair gets all the nutrients it needs.

Ø Avoid wearing tight hats for fashion — save these for sun protection only.