What Causes Damage in Chemically Treated Hair?

There are several ways that chemical treatments can damage hair:

• Chemical processes: The chemicals used in colouring, straightening, and perming treatments can break down the bonds in the hair shaft, making it weaker and more susceptible to breakage.
• Heat styling: Using hot tools like blow dryers, straighteners, and curling irons can further damage chemically treated hair.
• Environmental factors: Sun exposure, chlorine, and salt water can all contribute to dryness and damage in chemically treated hair.

How to Get Rid of Chemically Treated Hair Damage

Unfortunately, there is no way to completely "get rid of" chemically treated hair damage. However, there are steps you can take to improve the health and appearance of your hair:

• Switch to sulphate-free hair care products: Sulphates are harsh detergents that can strip hair of its natural oils. Look for shampoos, conditioners, and other haircare products that are labelled "sulphate-free."
• Deep condition regularly: Deep conditioning treatments help to replenish moisture and nutrients in the hair shaft. Aim to deep condition your hair at least once a week.
• Minimise heat styling: If you must use heat styling tools, be sure to use a heat protectant spray first.
• Get regular trims: Split ends can travel up the hair shaft, making hair look damaged and unhealthy. Get regular trims to remove split ends and keep your hair looking its best.

Best Products for Chemically Treated Hair

Forest Essentials offers a variety of Ayurvedic haircare products that are specifically formulated for chemically treated hair. These products are all sulphate-free and made with natural ingredients that help to nourish and repair damaged hair.

Here are some of our top recommendations:

• Hair Mask: Forest Essentials’ Intensive Hair Repair Masque Japapatti & Brahmi is a deeply nourishing treatment that helps to repair and strengthen damaged hair. It is formulated with Ayurvedic ingredients and actives known for their hair-strengthening properties.
• Hair Conditioner: Infused with Coconut Milk, Hibiscus extract, and Brahmi plant infusion, Forest Essentials’ Japapatti & Brahmi Hair Conditioner is the ultimate remedy for dry, damaged, and chemically treated hair.
• Hair Shampoo: Forest Essentials’ Japapatti & Brahmi Hair Cleanser is a gentle, sulphate free shampoo for chemically treated hair that cleanses the hair without stripping it of its natural oils. It is formulated with Hibiscus flower infusion and Brahmi extract to deeply nourish hair, rejuvenate the scalp, and reduce hair fall.
• Head Massage Oil: Revitalise your hair with Forest Essentials’ Ayurvedic Herb Enriched Head Massage Oil Japapatti. Made using an ancient recipe, it blends Black Sesame oil, Coconut oil, and Hibiscus extract to help repair coloured and chemically treated hair.

FAQs

Q: What is the best shampoo for coloured hair?

A: The best shampoo for colored hair is a sulphate-free shampoo that is gentle on the hair and scalp. Forest Essentials offers a variety of sulphate-free shampoos that are suitable for coloured hair, including the Japapatti & Brahmi Hair Cleanser.

Q: Can I use Ayurvedic haircare products on my chemically treated hair?

A: Yes, Ayurvedic hair care products can be a great option for chemically treated hair. Ayurvedic ingredients are generally gentle and nourishing, and they can help to repair and strengthen damaged hair.