Is your hair looking dull, brittle, or lifeless? If these sound familiar, you might be dealing with damaged hair. It’s actually a common issue, but the good news is, there’s a way to address it! And no, you don’t always need expensive salon treatments.

But of course, first and foremost, recognizing the signs of damaged hair is essential to help you get started on your journey to healthier hair. Here are the 10 common signs of damaged hair, and what you can do to address them!

10 signs of damaged hair

1. Dryness

Our hair can lose its natural elasticity and become brittle. When this happens, it can feel dry and rough to the touch. This dehydration can also cause the hair to appear dull and lifeless.

2. Roughness

When your hair is rough, it can feel coarse and textured. Ever tried running your fingers through your hair and it just feels rough and brittle? Yeah, that’s hair damage! This can also make the hair more prone to tangles and knots.

3. Frizziness

Frizziness occurs when the hair cuticle is damaged, causing it to lift and become uneven. This results in hair that is unruly and difficult to tame, often appearing fluffy and lacking definition.

4. Hair fall

Excessive hair loss can also be a symptom of damaged hair, due to weak hair follicles or damaged hair shafts. Hair fall can also happen due to the tension of styling or brushing, especially if your hair is already weak.

5. Split ends

You’ve probably seen a split end once or twice on your hair. A split end is when the ends of your hair split into two or more strands. This can make the hair appear frayed or uneven, and lead to further breakage if left untreated.

6. Hard to manage

Is your hair difficult to manage and often appears unruly even when you try to style it? An unmanageable hair is often caused by loss of moisture and elasticity. This also makes it difficult to comb through the hair without breakage.

7. Volume loss

Are you noticing your hair looking flatter than usual? As hair becomes damaged, it can lose its natural volume and fullness—making it look thinner and less dense. This can be caused by weakened hair follicles or damaged hair shafts.

8. Dullness

Healthy hair often has a natural shine, but damaged hair can appear dull and lifeless. Dry and damaged hair can’t reflect light as effectively, resulting in a dull and lifeless appearance.

9. Tangles

Damage can often make it difficult to comb through hair without breakage. When the hair is dry and brittle, it’s more prone to tangling and knots, which can actually lead to further damage and breakage.

10. Weakness

Damaged hair can become weak and prone to breakage, even with gentle handling. If you’re noticing that your hair is breaking easily, it might be a sign that your hair is weak and needs extra TLC.

A treatment mask to address the 10 signs of damaged hair

If you’re noticing one or more of these signs on your hair, it’s time to take action and address it! The solution is simple—if you’re still just maintaining a two-step daily hair care regimen using shampoo and conditioner, it’s time to take it up a notch. Shampoo and conditioner alone are not enough! You’ll need an effective treatment mask, too. Try adding this third step to your hair care routine: the new Dove Hya+Ceramide Intense Repair Treatment Mask!

This new product from Dove addresses the 10 common signs of hair damage, thanks to its special formulation that’s powered by hya+ceramide. These ingredients help rebuild the hair’s outer protective layer, contributing to strengthening the hair to avoid further damage.

#CompleteTheCare for your hair with the new Dove Hya+Ceramide Intense Repair Treatment Mask and tell us about your experience!

Watch this video below to learn how the Dove Hya+Ceramide Intense Repair Treatment Mask has helped transform one of our editors’ previously dull and frizzy hair:

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