You’ll Only Hear This in a Hair Salon – The Top 5 Things You Should NEVER Do to Your Hair
BY TRYBELLO
March 17, 2025
YYour hairstylist has probably seen it all…
Fried ends from too much heat, color jobs gone horribly wrong, and scalps crying for help after being smothered in heavy oils…
But here’s the thing… some of the worst hair mistakes aren’t things we do on purpose…
They’re things we don’t even realize are bad!
So, before you reach for that box dye, skip another wash day, or book that third chemical treatment in a month…
Here are five things you should never do to your hair, straight from the experts who see the damage firsthand!
1. Stop Overloading Your Scalp with Oil
Natural oils can be great for hydration, but drenching your scalp in oil every other day isn’t doing your hair any favors!
Your scalp naturally produces sebum to keep your hair healthy, and when you pile on extra oils, you’re just clogging your follicles and suffocating new growth.
What to do instead?
Use a lightweight scalp treatment that hydrates without buildup. And if you must oil your scalp, wash it out properly instead of letting it sit for days.
2. Say No to Overwashing (Or Underwashing!)
Both extremes can cause problems…
Washing too often? You’re stripping your scalp of natural oils, leaving it dry and irritated…
Not washing enough? You’re allowing sweat, dirt, and product buildup to clog your follicles, which can slow down hair growth.
What to do instead?
Stick to 2-3 washes per week with a gentle, scalp-friendly shampoo!
If your scalp gets oily between washes, a little dry shampoo or a refreshing scalp mist can help.
3. Be Careful with Chemical Treatments
Bleach, relaxers, perms…they all take a toll on your hair!
Trust me, I love a brand new color as much as the next girl does!
But over-processing with back-to-back chemical treatments weakens your strands, causing breakage, thinning, and even long-term damage to your scalp…
And let’s not even talk about at-home box dye disasters.
Look, I was a personal victim of box dye…
Let’s just say I am lucky to have survived!
What to do instead?
If you love coloring or straightening your hair, space out your treatments and use deep-conditioning treatments regularly...
Always opt for a professional over DIY kits—trust me, your hair will thank you!
4. Stop Sleeping on Wet Hair
It’s tempting to wash your hair at night and crash right after, but sleeping on wet hair is one of the fastest ways to weaken your strands…
Wet hair is at its most fragile state, meaning tossing and turning on your pillow causes unnecessary breakage and frizz.
What to do instead?
Either air-dry/blow-dry before bed or invest in a silk pillowcase to minimize friction if you must sleep with damp hair.
5. Do Not Skip Heat Protection
If you’re using a flat iron, curling wand, or even a blow dryer, you need a heat protectant period.
Without it, you’re basically slow-cooking your strands every time you style, leading to split ends, dryness, and that dreaded brittle texture.
What to do instead? Always apply a lightweight heat protectant spray before styling…
And if you can, try air-drying your hair more often to give it a break.
6. Stop Tying Your Hair Too Tight
If your go-to style is a slicked-back ponytail or tight bun, you might want to reconsider!
I know, I know…
I love a slicked back bun!
But constant tension on your hairline can lead to traction alopecia, a type of hair loss caused by excessive pulling.
What to do instead?
Opt for loose hairstyles when you can, incorporate a stimulating growth treatment, and switch to silk scrunchies or coil hair ties to reduce stress on your strands.
The Bottom Line? Treat Your Hair Like It’s Gold!
Whether it’s avoiding heavy oils, washing at the right frequency, spacing out chemical treatments, or protecting your strands from heat and friction…
Small changes can make a huge difference in keeping your hair healthy, strong, and thriving!
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So, If you’re looking for other products to mitigate damage and keep your hair healthy…
Don’t worry— We’ve got you covered! tryBELLO has a collection of hair-revitalizing products that you’ll absolutely love!
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