Experts Talk About How To Reverse Hair Damage Without Getting Keratin Or Botox

None of us are alien to the subject and concept of hair damage, it occurs when the structure of hair strands is compromised, leading to issues like dryness, brittleness, frizz, and split ends. It must be noted that environmental conditions and lifestyle choices play significant roles in this damage. But, how does one go about reversing that damage? Is keratin and botox the only solution?

Both keratin and botox are treatments that are done on hair and while there are of course good results at the same time, there are side effects to it too. Plus, these treatments are in no way cost-effective. Remember that
repairing damaged hair without resorting to keratin treatments or Botox injections is entirely feasible with the right strategies. It all starts with finding the underlying causes of the damage, whether it stems from excessive heat styling, chemical treatments, or environmental aggressors. Once these culprits are identified, addressing them at their roots becomes imperative.

Dr. Geetika Mittal Gupta, Aesthetic physician and founder of ISAAC Luxe (International Skin & Anti-Aging Centre), says, “Begin by establishing a gentle cleansing routine using sulfate-free shampoos and hydrating conditioners. This helps prevent further stripping of the hair’s natural oils, fostering moisture retention and overall hair health.”

She further added, “Try Hair cycling, it means alternating hair products to cater to changing hair needs. This can improve scalp health. You exfoliate your scalp once or twice a week to remove any buildup and you also do deep conditioning wherein you apply a hair mask on clean & damp hair and leave it on for 15-20 minutes for deep conditioning at home.”

The expert also mentioned that integrating weekly deep conditioning treatments infused with nourishing ingredients like argan oil, coconut oil, and keratin protein can markedly enhance the condition of damaged strands. These treatments penetrate deeply into the hair shaft, replenishing lost moisture and fortifying the hair structure from within. Apart from that, use silk pillow covers to avoid friction & cotton towels to dry the hair.

Remember to limit the use of heat styling tools and always use heat protectant sprays before styling to reduce damage. Also, choose protective hairstyles and avoid tight hair ties to minimize stress on the hair, which helps reduce breakage and split ends.

Supriya Punyani, Head R&D, Hair South Asia, Dove, suggests, “A hair mask works at a deeper level. With every wash and continuous exposure to UV, humidity etc., hair becomes weaker and stiffer due to loss of hair protein.”