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Surefire solutions for all of your tress stress.
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Were talking aboutbrushing, heat styling, coloring, and even spending time outdoors.
A potential solution?Hair breakagetreatments.
Hair breakage treatments fall into two categories: hydration-based and protein-based.
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Strands in need of a little TLC?
Thats why we were so blown away by how quickly this treatment works.
(Credit abond-buildingcomplex in the formula).
Our only (minor) gripe?
I noticed the difference in my hair after the very first treatment!
My hair was softer and looked just as it feltless damaged!
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The formula is also packed with plant butters that make it deeply hydrating.
But perhaps the best part?
Either way, our tester found that it didnt leave behind any unwanted residue.
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The strengthening formula is heat-activated, making it the perfect prep step.
Ultimately, if you know youll be blow-drying your hair, we highly recommend this pick from Color Wow.
It did all that and more, according to our curly-haired tester (who also deals withsplit ends).
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However, a little bit of this formula does go a long way.
Elizabeth, tester with 4B hair and split ends:This has become an absolute staple.
And with consistent use, she noticed that her hair wassheddingless.
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After a few weeks of use, I started to notice my hair was shedding less in the shower.
But take this for a test run, and youre sure to be impressed.
Coupled with that, it also adds smoothness, shine, and bodywhat more could you ask for?
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My curls havent been able to grow in a very long time because of breakage and damage.
It shields your strands from temps up to 450 degrees while also helping reduce breakage.
It imparts plenty of shine and softness while also reducing breakageand it delivers heat protection, too.
(She did lament the fact that it didnt really help combat static-yflyaways, though.)
I think if I hadnt been using this product so often, my split ends wouldve been much worse.
Mikey, tester with straight hair:“This was easy to incorporate into my regular hair care routine.
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I loved swapping out my usual conditioner for this mask instead.
It rinsed out easily and didn’t leave residue.
I noticed results almost instantly.”
Best Smoothing
Olaplex No.
The result: Shiny, smooth hair.
After continued use, you’ll notice your hair is softer and way easier to manage.
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It’s recommended that you use it weekly on damp hair prior to shampooing and conditioning.
Heidi, tester with fine, wavy hair: “I immediately noticed a difference in frizz control.
This product made blowing out my hair much easier, and it extended the life of my blowouts.
My hair felt light and airy with nice volume.”
Overdoing it with hot toolsespecially without a heat protectantcan also lead to breakage.
According to Chicago-based hairstylistRobert Reyes, most people can benefit from a hair breakage treatment.
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In fact, Reyes says that a quicktrimis actually the most effective way to deal with damage.
But to fully get rid of split ends and ensuing breakage, a trim is the best option.
The Olaplex product featured in this roundup is one of her current personal favorites.
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