What’s Causing Your Hair Damage — And How We Fix It at Hello Texture

Hair damage doesn’t always happen overnight — but it rarely happens without warning. At Hello Texture, many of our first-time clients walk in with the same concerns: dryness, thinning, breakage, or shedding. But the truth is, these symptoms are only the surface.

Healthy hair care starts with identifying the root cause. Here’s a breakdown of the most common sources of hair damage — and exactly how we treat them at Hello Texture.

 1. Heat Damage

Excessive flat ironing, curling, or blow drying at high temperatures without proper heat protection can lead to:

• Weakened cuticles

• Loss of elasticity

• Permanently straightened or limp curls

How we fix it:
We assess the level of heat damage and recommend Protein Bond Reconstructor treatments to rebuild internal strength, followed by deep hydration. In some cases, we recommend a cut to remove permanently altered strands and start fresh.

 2. Chemical Damage (Relaxers, Color, Bleach)

Chemical services can strip protein, weaken bonds, and leave hair brittle — especially when done too often or improperly.

How we fix it:
We restore balance with a combination of:

• Bond-rebuilding treatments (like Olaplex)

• Moisture + protein mask rotation

• Scalp healing treatments to soothe inflammation or burns
  We also guide clients through safe relaxer stretches, color corrections, and long-term recovery plans.

 3. Lack of Moisture

This is one of the most underestimated causes of damage. Without moisture, hair becomes dry, dull, and prone to snapping — especially in Lagos’ heat.

How we fix it:
We target moisture depletion with:

• Porosity testing to identify how well your hair absorbs water

• Customized hydration treatments with humectants and emollients

• Open follicle steaming for deep product penetration

• Home care guidance on water-based products and sealing techniques

 4. Product Buildup & Poor Scalp Health

Heavy oils, silicones, and co-washing without clarifying can cause scalp congestion, follicle blockage, and stunted growth.

How we fix it:
At Hello Texture, we prioritize the scalp first:

• Scalp detox treatments

• Steam-enhanced exfoliation

• Anti-inflammatory solutions for itchy or flaky scalps

We also help you rebuild a simple, clean routine that lets your scalp breathe.

 5. Neglect + Over-Manipulation

Too-tight protective styles, excessive combing, skipping trims, or inconsistent wash days can lead to breakage, thinning edges, and scalp tension.

How we fix it:
We create a maintenance plan that includes:

• Low-manipulation styles with moisture support

• Edge-repair and follicle stimulation treatments

• Trim schedules and protective style recovery protocols

Our Repair Philosophy at Hello Texture

We don’t just “treat” hair damage. We diagnose, rebuild, and educate. Every new client begins with a consultation where we:

✅ Test porosity
✅ Assess scalp and strand condition
✅ Identify protein/moisture imbalances
✅ Build a custom treatment plan
✅ Recommend in-salon and at-home care that fits your lifestyle

Because healthy hair isn’t about one miracle product — it’s a strategy.

 Ready to Repair and Restore?

If your hair is shedding, breaking, or just not thriving, we’re here to help. Book a consultation today via Fresha or DM @hellotexture_salon.