You can also use hot oil treatments, bonding treatments, and DIY masks like coconut oil. You should leave treatments in for at least 20 minutes before rinsing out. Try to do two treatments per week if your hair is breaking and falling out. It will strengthen what you have and prevent further breakage.

5. Style Your Hair Gently

Just as you should shampoo and dry your hair gently, you need to be extra careful when you brush it. Don’t make the mistake of just running your fingers through your hair because you don’t want it to catch in your brush. It’s essential to stimulate the hair follicles on your scalp daily; just do it carefully.

Don’t brush wet hair. Wet hair is prone to breakage. Gently comb through your damp hair with a wide-toothed comb and let it fully dry before brushing. Go slowly and make sure that you brush through each piece of hair. Listen for any sounds of tearing, and notice if the brush gets caught in your strands. Never try to yank the brush out. Instead, gently coax it to get it detangled.

6. Get Regular Trims

Regularly trimming your hair can help it stay as healthy as possible. You’ll diminish the look of split ends and broken pieces. Regular trims also encourage hair growth. When you’re in the salon, talk to your stylist about what you can do to maintain your hair better.

If you can swing it, you might even want to get deep conditioning or bonding treatment right at the salon. This treatment could jump-start your hair’s recovery and help you to see results right away. If your hair is bleached, your stylist could even gently tint it back to your natural shade so it won’t be as dramatic when it grows in.

They’re the experts, so don’t worry about asking for advice. If your breakage is severe, and you really trust your stylist, you can always let them go as short as they need to. If the two of you have a good relationship, there’s a great chance that your stylist will know what look frames your face.