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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Katie Wright

6 ways to make weak or damaged hair stronger

Healthy, shiny and strong is the gold standard when it comes to hair, but all too often our locks end up in less than optimal condition – and no amount of leave-in conditioner or anti-frizz serum can save the day.

“Weak hair [is caused by] breakage in the disulphide bonds that create the hair’s structure,” explains Errol Douglas MBE, hair stylist and Living Proof (livingproof.co.uk) hair expert. “We create damage daily – from chemical treatments to applying heat, and even tension from tying it up.”

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