If your hair is feeling burnt out, it may be time to consider taking a proactive approach to repairing heat-damaged ends and dried out roots. Heat damage can occur for a variety of reasons, with different degrees of severity. Over-processing from DIY color treatments, at-home straightening and curling irons, and beachy highlight fails (can you say too much lightening? Ouch!) can all put a major strain on your soft, luxurious locks.
Deseo Salon & BlowDry is here to restore your perfect with these simple tips for repairing heat damaged hair.
Erase Mild Heat Damage
Even the most cautious of beauty gurus are susceptible to some level of heat damage. Avoiding heat treatments and styling tools can lessen the impact. But something as small as a little Denver sunshine can still take a toll on your hair. Colors become washed out from a Colorado summer, and your hair’s texture can become dry and brittle.
No one’s perfect, but that doesn’t mean we can’t pull off a little perfection in the mundane! In cases of mild damage, upgrading your styling products is often the solution. Consider making the switch to a sulfate-free, nutrient-dense formula such as Oribe’s moisture-locking shampoo and conditioner. Always protect your hair with a high-quality styling spray before curling or straightening it. Even if you don’t use any styling tools at all, a leave-in conditioner or spray offers added protection against sun damage, leaving hair soft, silky, and rejuvenated.
Repair Moderately Heat Damaged Hair
Hair that’s been processed, treated, and processed again will require a little extra TLC. A deep conditioning treatment is the go-to solution for moderate to severe damage. Think of conditioning treatments as the first step towards softer hair. Your stylist can restore your hair’s natural elasticity by strengthening the root and nourishing even the most tired of split ends. It’s a good idea to allow damaged hair several “rest days” between washes. Water sucks the moisture from fragile hair and can hasten dryness and brittle textures.
On days when you don’t shampoo, try a hair masque instead. Oribe’s Gold Lust effective Masque penetrates hair follicles with a rich and relaxing blend of baobab and jasmine extracts. The powerful bio-restorative complex brings out your hair’s natural shine and brilliance. You’ll be loving your locks again in no time!
Get a Professional Treatment for Severe Hair Damage
Before you go tearing your hair out or chopping off damaged ends, it’s important to keep in mind that all damage is reversible. Our hair is as resilient as we are! With attention, time, and patience, even the most dried out locks can rediscover their inner diva. Olaplex treatments are the fountain of youth when it comes to restoring damaged hair. This 3-step deep conditioning process activates the hair follicle at the molecular level to allow hair to bounce back from botched color jobs, intense heat exposure, and even bleaching. Best of all, an Olaplex treatment actually rebuilds your hair and prevents future breakage. This treatment is ideal for anyone going from light to dark colors or simply anyone whose hair has been put through the wringer. Think of Olaplex as the ultimate “treat yourself” experience for your hair!
Deseo’s salon pros are here to repair any level of damage (judgment-free!). That includes “burns” from coloring treatments. As glam enthusiasts, we’d also like to prevent hair from becoming brittle, brassy, and dull. The best solution to hair damage is prevention. At-home bleach kits can easily burn fragile hair, and the colors can be anything but vibrant.
When you know your locks need a helping hand, come talk to the stylists at Deseo Salon & BlowDry. We have the hair treatments and the advice to get your hair ready for the seasons ahead. Book your next treatment today and start loving your locks again.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I tell if my hair has mild, moderate, or severe heat damage?
Mild heat damage often presents as slight dryness, faded color, or a dull texture, commonly caused by sun exposure or occasional heat styling. Moderate damage shows up as increased brittleness, rough texture, and difficulty holding a style, often the result of repeated processing or chemical treatments. Severe heat damage is characterized by extreme brittleness, significant breakage, loss of elasticity, and highly damaged split ends from intense heat exposure, bleaching, or botched color jobs. Identifying the level of damage helps determine the right repair strategy.
What products are recommended for repairing mild heat damage at home?
For mild heat damage, upgrading your everyday products can make a significant difference. Switching to a sulfate-free, nutrient-dense shampoo and conditioner, such as Oribe’s moisture-locking formula, helps restore hydration without stripping the hair. Always apply a high-quality heat protectant spray before using curling irons or straighteners, and consider adding a leave-in conditioner to shield hair from sun damage and environmental stressors.
What is a hair masque and how does it help with heat-damaged hair?
A hair masque is a deep conditioning treatment designed to penetrate the hair follicle and restore moisture, elasticity, and shine. For moderately heat-damaged hair, using a masque on days when you skip shampooing helps prevent further moisture loss from washing. For example, Oribe’s Gold Lust effective Masque uses a blend of baobab and jasmine extracts with a bio-restorative complex to strengthen the hair and revive its natural brilliance.
What is an Olaplex treatment and how does it repair severely damaged hair?
Olaplex is a professional 3-step deep conditioning treatment that works at the molecular level to reconnect broken disulfide bonds within the hair shaft. It is particularly effective for severe heat damage, including hair that has been bleached, over-processed with color, or exposed to intense heat. Olaplex not only repairs existing damage but also helps prevent future breakage, making it ideal for anyone transitioning between hair colors or recovering from significant chemical or heat treatments. It can be performed at a professional salon like Deseo Salon & BlowDry for best results.
Is all heat damage reversible, or do damaged ends always need to be cut?
According to hair care professionals, all damage is reversible with the right approach, you don’t have to immediately reach for the scissors. With time, patience, and the proper treatments (such as deep conditioning masques, leave-in conditioners, and professional Olaplex treatments), even severely damaged hair can be restored. However, it is also important to give damaged hair “rest days” between washes to prevent further moisture loss, which can help the hair recover more effectively.
How can I prevent heat damage before it starts?
Prevention is the best solution when it comes to heat damage. Always use a high-quality heat protectant spray before applying any heat styling tools. Avoid at-home bleach kits, which can easily burn fragile hair and produce unpredictable results. Limit exposure to direct sunlight in the Colorado summer, which can wash out color and dry out hair texture. When your hair needs more advanced care, especially for color corrections or chemical treatments, consulting with a professional stylist rather than attempting DIY treatments at home is the safest approach.