HOW TO PROTECT NATURAL HAIR FROM HEAT DAMAGE

While natural hair is indisputably gorgeous, those delicate strands can be especially prone to heat damage. And while, yes, the best way to avoid heat damage is to avoid heat, we don’t always have to sacrifice the style we want in the name of healthy strands. We just have to prepare with the best products and techniques – and know when to give our hair a break. Here, we’ll discuss the best way to protect natural hair from heat damage, and tips and tricks for getting heat damaged hair back to beautiful.  

Natural Hair and Heat Damage 

If you have natural hair, you know that it can be delicate. That’s because of the nature of the curls and coils: natural oils take longer to work their way down curly strands, leaving hair drier and more prone to breakage. When you add heat to already-dry strands, this can do serious damage to the structure of the curls and coils, which can make you want to reach for the hot tool more often.  

That’s the bad news. The good news is there are relatively easy ways to prevent heat damage.  

Prep with products 

Give your hair a break  

Even the strongest strands need a little help sometimes. Hot tools should be used sparingly, and when you’re opting for a heat-free style, try protective styles or hair wraps to give your strands time to recover. And don’t forget to protect your hair while you sleep by wrapping it or swapping your cotton pillowcase for silk.  

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