If you’ve been dealing with hair breakage, you’re not alone—and you’re probably tempted to blame your stylist. But before you do, it’s worth asking: could it be your routine instead?
Here are 5 common reasons your natural or relaxed hair may be breaking, plus how to fix them using simple techniques and a few key products from Kimiabelle.
1. Dryness
Dry hair is fragile hair. Whether relaxed or natural, dryness is one of the top causes of breakage. Many people apply oils when their hair feels dry, but this only lubricates the surface and locks out the moisture your hair actually needs.
SOLUTION:
After cleansing your hair, apply our Kimia Intensive Deep Conditioning Mask from root to tip. Cover with a shower cap and let it sit for 20–45 minutes (or longer, if needed).
For best results, use a steaming cap or hair steamer to help the mask penetrate your strands more deeply.
2. Product Buildup
If your hair is dirty or coated in layers of oil and styling products, it won’t absorb moisture effectively—no matter how great your conditioner is. Deep conditioning dirty hair is a waste of time and product.
SOLUTION:
Start with a clean slate. Wash your hair using our Kimia Clarifying Shampoo to gently remove buildup without stripping your strands.
If it’s been 3–4 weeks since your last wash, shampoo twice. On the second wash, let the product sit for 2 minutes before rinsing. Then follow up with a deep conditioner like the Kimia Intensive Mask.
3. Protein–Moisture Imbalance
Healthy hair needs a balance of moisture for flexibility and protein for strength. Too much of either—especially protein—can cause breakage and brittleness.
SOLUTION:
Alternate between a moisturizing deep conditioner and a protein-rich treatment. We recommend:
- Kimia Intense Deep Conditioning Mask or Kimia Vanilla Hydrating Conditioner–for hydration and softness
- Kimia Restore & Repair Protein Mask– for strengthening weak or damaged strands
This combination has helped many of our clients achieve noticeable improvements in hair health and retention. See 2 customers below;
4. Poor After-Salon Care
Salon visits are great for styling and hair treatments—but what you do after is just as important. If you neglect your hair between appointments, your length retention can suffer.
SOLUTION:
Keep your hair moisturized between salon visits using a lightweight, nourishing product like our Kimia Creamy Hair Moisturizer.Consistency is key—moisturized hair breaks less and thrives longer.
5. Detangling Dry Hair the Wrong Way
Taking out an old protective style? That’s when your hair is most vulnerable. Detangling dry, tangled hair without proper prep is a fast track to breakage.
SOLUTION:
Before detangling, apply our Kimia 2-in-1 Detangling Hair Butterto your hair in sections. Smooth it through and let it sit for 2–3 minutes to soften your tangled hair.
Start by finger-detangling, then follow up gently with a wide-tooth comb or detangling brush.
Want to see this process in action? Leave a comment below, and we’ll show you exactly how to detangle your hair with ease—step by step.
Finally…
Breakage doesn’t always mean your stylist is doing something wrong. Often, it’s the little things we do (or don’t do) between appointments that make the biggest difference.
With a few key changes and the right products, you can reduce breakage, retain more length, and enjoy healthier hair—whether natural or relaxed.
Shop the full Kimiabelle collection here and start your journey to stronger, longer hair today.