“10 Hair Care Mistakes That Destroyed My Hair” – My Wake Up Call to Healthier Hair
- Amilia Carson
- May 7
- 3 min read
I used to have long, shiny, strong hair until I didn’t.
No one talks about how quickly hair can go from thriving to damaged when you're unknowingly making the wrong choices. I thought I was doing everything right, but in reality, I was slowly destroying my hair. Let me take you through 10 hair care mistakes I made that led to brittle strands, breakage, and major regrets so you can learn from my story before it's too late.
1. Sleeping with My Hair Loose
It started with something as simple as sleep. I used to crash at night with my hair flowing freely on my pillow, not realizing how much damage it was causing. Night after night, the friction led to split ends and breakage. Now, I always tie my hair in a loose braid or bun and sleep on a silk pillowcase it’s a small change with a big difference.
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2. Oiling My Hair Inconsistently
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3. Salon Visits I Didn’t Need
I used to think more trims and professional treatments meant healthier hair. But excessive salon visits introduced my strands to chemicals and heat far too often. One day I realized: “I don’t need a blowout every two weeks.” My hair needed rest not routine stress.
4. Wearing Extensions for Years
Extensions gave me length and volume, but they also gave me traction alopecia. For over six years, I masked my thinning hair with clip-ins and tapes. I didn’t know the damage I was doing underneath until it was too late. Today, I’m letting my natural hair breathe.
5. Skipping Clarifying Shampoo
I used the best shampoos but never clarified. I thought sulfates were the only thing to avoid. Little did I know, product build-up was suffocating my scalp and dulling my strands. Now I use a clarifying shampoo once a month, and it’s a game-changer.
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6. Using Random Hair Products
I fell for the hype. New launch? I bought it. Viral product? Added to cart. Without any idea if it suited my hair type. This constant switching stressed my hair out. I’ve since simplified my routine and stick to products with clean, proven ingredients.
7. Brushing My Hair While Wet
It’s almost painful to remember. Right after a shower, I’d go straight in with a regular brush no detangler, no protection. The breakage was real. Now, I use a wide tooth comb and work from the bottom up with leave-in conditioner.
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8. Eating a Low-Protein Diet
Your hair reflects your diet. I was barely eating enough protein, and my hair growth stalled. It thinned, it snapped, and it stopped growing past a certain length. When I added more eggs, lentils, and lean meat to my meals, my hair started thanking me.
9. Coloring & Bleaching Without Mercy
Blonde highlights? Red balayage? I did it all without spacing out treatments. Over time, my hair felt like straw and stopped bouncing back. I’ve since learned to limit color treatments and deep condition like it’s a religion.
10. Too Much Heat Styling
Flat iron today, curling wand tomorrow. I was addicted to heat. Every time my hair looked
“ perfect ” it was actually one step closer to fried. Now, I embrace my natural texture more, and when I do style, I never skip a heat protectant.
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What I’ve Learned
Hair care isn’t just about products it’s about habits. The little things add up. If you’re experiencing breakage, dryness, or stunted growth, ask yourself: Am I making these same mistakes?
My hair is still on a recovery journey but now it’s thriving. If you’ve made these mistakes, don’t feel bad. Just start small. Protect your hair at night. Oil your scalp. Eat better. Be gentle. Your healthiest hair might still be ahead of you.
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