Damaged hair doesn’t have to be a forever thing. Whether your strands are dry, brittle, or breaking off at the ends, there are simple, science-backed steps you can take to repair broken hair and bring it back to life. If you’re wondering how I can fix my damaged hair, this guide is for you. We’ll break down what causes damage, signs of hair damage, and most importantly, how to fix hair damage effectively and sustainably.
Understanding the causes of hair damage
You can’t change what you don’t understand so getting familiar with the causes of hair damage is key.
Overuse of heat styling tools
Using blow dryers, curling irons and straighteners too often can strip your hair of moisture and weaken its natural structure. Repeated heat exposure can cause cracks in the cuticle, leading to breakage and frizz
Damage in the hair bonds
Inside every strand of hair are bonds (like disulfide and hydrogen bonds) that keep it strong and elastic. Chemical and heat exposure can break these bonds, making your hair feel weak, stretchy, or limp. This bond breakdown is a major contributor to damaged hair leaving it more prone to snapping and dullness.
Chemical processing and treatments
Bleaching, relaxing, and perming all work by altering your hair’s natural makeup. These processes can raise the hair cuticle and disrupt the inner cortex, leading to significant damage over time. One study found that oxidative hair dyes can degrade protein structures in the hair, reducing its strength and flexibility.
Environmental factors
UV rays, humidity, chlorine, and pollution can all cause gradual damage. Sun exposure breaks down proteins in the hair shaft, while pollutants can build up and make hair feel heavy, dry, and brittle over time.
Recognising signs of damaged hair
The first step; stop stressing. Damaged hair can feel overwhelming however repairing it doesn’t have to be with a few simple changes to your routine.
Dryness and dullness
One of the first signs of damaged hair is when it loses its natural shine. Damaged strands often look flat, rough, and dry because the outer cuticle is lifted and unable to reflect light.
Increased hair breakage
If you’re noticing more hair in your brush or on your pillow, you might be dealing with broken strands. Hair that’s compromised tends to snap instead of stretch, especially when wet.
Difficulty in styling
Damaged hair often resists heat styling, won’t hold curls, and feels unmanageable. That’s usually due to the internal structure being weakened, making it harder for the hair to respond to products or tools.
How to repair damaged hair
The first step; stop stressing. Damaged hair can feel overwhelming however repairing it doesn’t have to be with a few simple changes to your routine.
Use heat protectant hair products
First, reduce your use of hot tools wherever possible. When you do style, prep with heat protecting styling products like TYPEBEA’s Sea Salt Texture Mist. It helps shield your strands while adding texture. Or swap straighteners for a smooth finish using the Ultimate Styling Serum instead. It tames frizz without the heat.
Repair hair bonds
To repair damaged hair from within, look to bond-repair treatments. These products target the internal structure of your strands and help restore elasticity and strength. Hair bond treatments are essential for repairing hair breakage at the molecular level. TYPEBEA’s Bond Repair range is designed to rebuild these critical links over time with formulas powered by RDS Bond Technology, helping you repair broken hair at its core.
Adopt a nourishing hair care routine
Healthy hair starts with a routine. A targeted regimen can help reverse visible signs of damage, restore moisture and strengthen hair. Each TYPEBEA range is curated as a 4-step system to ensure hair health and strength from root-to-tip.
Avoid harsh chemicals in your shampoo
Gentle cleansing is key. Sulphates and parabens can strip your hair of essential oils and weaken it over time. Choose nourishing, clean formulas like TYPEBEA’s Strength + Length Shampoo and Conditioner, or the Damage Repair Shampoo and Conditioner if your hair is dry and brittle.
Use hair masks
A deep-conditioning treatment once or twice a week can be a game changer. Formulas like the Pre-Wash Damage Repair Mask help replenish moisture, reduce breakage, and give your strands a soft, glossy finish.
Promoting hair regrowth
Scalp serum
Healthy hair starts at the scalp. A nourishing scalp serum like the Overnight Boosting Peptide delivers active ingredients directly to the follicles, stimulating regrowth and helping to reduce hair shedding for thicker feeling hair.
Nutritional support
Your diet plays a role in how your hair grows and heals. Nutrients like biotin, vitamin D, iron, and zinc are essential to support healthy regrowth. If your hair is struggling to bounce back, it might be worth checking your vitamin levels.
Schedule regular trims
Split ends can travel up the hair shaft and cause more breakage. Getting a trim every 6-8 weeks can help prevent this and keep your hair looking thicker and healthier overall.
Repairing broken hair FAQs
Can damaged hair be fully repaired?
In many cases, you can dramatically improve the look and feel of damaged hair. However, some structural damage (especially from chemical treatments) may be irreversible.
How long does it take to repair hair bonds?
We know you don’t have time to kill while you wait for your hair to get back on track. The R4 Intense Repair Leave-In Treatment takes just three minutes to activate in the hair leaving it looking shiny and feeling stronger after just one use. With consistent weekly application, results are amplified.
Are there specific ingredients to look for in hair repair products?
When hair gets damaged, it’s the internal bonds that get broken leaving hair feeling dry, brittle and looking dull. So, your repair haircare routine should focus on rebuilding bonds. TYPEBEA’s unique RDS Bond Technology powers the Repair range and combines three hero actives to Repair, Defend and add Shine. It binds directly to damaged hair to help restore integrity and reduce breakage by 80%.
