Relaxing your hair gives it a sleek, straight look, but it also makes it more fragile and prone to breakage. Chemical relaxers weaken the hair structure, stripping away natural moisture and protein, making it more susceptible to dryness, split ends, and breakage. If not properly cared for, relaxed hair can become thin, brittle, and lifeless.

But don’t worry! With the right hair care routine, you can prevent breakage, retain length, and keep your relaxed hair strong and healthy. In this guide, we’ll explore why breakage happens after relaxing and how to stop it effectively. We’ll also introduce the Mara Cruiz Organics Anti-Breakage & Repair Range, designed to strengthen, hydrate, and repair relaxed hair.

Why Does Relaxed Hair Break?

Breakage after relaxing can happen for several reasons:

• Overprocessing – Leaving relaxers on for too long weakens the hair shaft.
• Lack of Moisture – Relaxed hair loses its natural oils, making it prone to dryness and breakage.
• Protein Imbalance – Relaxers weaken the protein bonds in hair, causing it to become brittle.
• Excessive Heat Styling – Blow-drying, flat ironing, and curling damage already fragile strands.
• Skipping Deep Conditioning – Relaxed hair needs intense hydration to stay strong.
• Rough Handling – Excessive brushing, tight hairstyles, and harsh detangling lead to breakage.

Now that we understand the causes, let’s dive into how to stop breakage and keep relaxed hair strong.

Step-by-Step Guide to Prevent Hair Breakage After Relaxing

Step 1: Use a Gentle, Strengthening Shampoo

Relaxed hair needs a sulfate-free, moisture-rich shampoo that cleanses without stripping. Shampooing helps to gently remove buildup without drying out hair. It strengthens weakened strands and nourishes and hydrates to prevent breakage.

We recommend washing your hair once a week or every two weeks to keep your scalp clean without drying out your hair. Click here to buy it.

Step 2: Condition Every Time You Wash

Conditioning is essential for relaxed hair because it helps restore lost moisture and soften strands. Using a Conditioner helps to detangle and soften your hair to prevent breakage. It also restores moisture lost during shampooing, whilst strengthening and smooths hair strands.

After shampooing, apply the conditioner from mid-length to ends, leave it on for 5–10 minutes, then rinse with cool water to seal in moisture. Click here to buy it.

Step 3: Deep Condition Regularly for Extra Strength

Relaxed hair is more fragile than natural hair, so a regular deep conditioning treatment is a must! Deep conditioning repairs damage, prevents breakage, and strengthens hair over time.  Deep Conditioner penetrates deeply to hydrate dry, brittle hair, restoring strength and elasticity to prevent breakage. It also repairs chemically processed hair.

Apply to damp hair, cover with a shower cap, and let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing out. Click here to buy the Mara Cruiz Intense Moisture Deep Conditioner.

Step 4: Apply a Leave-in Growth Lotion for Extra Protection

Leave-in conditioners help keep your hair hydrated, manageable, and strong throughout the day. This moisturizer helps to prevent moisture loss and strengthens hair. It adds softness and shine without buildup. It also protects hair from breakage and damage

Apply a small amount to damp or dry hair, focusing on the ends where breakage happens most. Click here to buy the Mara Cruiz Anti-Breakage & Repair Growth Lotion.

Step 5: Seal in Moisture with a Nourishing Growth Oil

Oils help lock in moisture, prevent dryness and split ends, and improve scalp health. Oil nourishes and strengthens hair strands. It prevents dryness, frizz, and split ends. and also promotes scalp health and hair growth

Apply a few drops to your scalp and ends after moisturizing your hair to seal in hydration. Click here to buy the Mara Cruiz Anti-Breakage & Repair Hair Growth Oil.

Step 6: Avoid Heat Styling & Use Heat Protectant

Excessive heat styling weakens relaxed hair and causes severe breakage. If you must use heat, always apply a heat protectant and use the lowest heat setting possible.

Heat Styling Tips:

• Limit heat styling to once a week or less.
• Use a ceramic or tourmaline flat iron for even heat distribution.
• Always use a heat protectant before blow-drying or flat-ironing.

Step 7: Trim Regularly to Prevent Split Ends

Split ends make hair look thin and weak. Regular trims keep your hair healthy and full.

How Often to Trim:

• Every 8-12 weeks to remove split ends.
• If you notice breakage and thinning, trim small amounts frequently.

Step 8: Protect Your Hair at Night

Sleeping on a cotton pillowcase causes friction and moisture loss, leading to breakage and frizz.

Nighttime Hair Care Tips:

• Sleep with a satin or silk scarf/bonnet to reduce breakage.
• Use a satin pillowcase for extra protection.
• Moisturize and seal your hair before bed.

Why Choose the Mara Cruiz Organics Anti-Breakage & Repair Range?

The Mara Cruiz Organics Anti-Breakage & Repair Range is specially designed for relaxed hair, providing intense moisture, strength, and protection to prevent breakage.

The Complete Hair Care System Includes:

• Anti-Breakage & Repair Shampoo – Gently cleanses while strengthening hair.
• Anti-Breakage & Repair Rinse-Out Conditioner – Softens and detangles hair, preventing breakage.
• Anti-Breakage & Repair Growth Lotion – Locks in moisture and strengthens hair strands.
• Anti-Breakage & Repair Growth Oil – Seals in hydration and promotes scalp health.
• Intense Moisture Deep Conditioner – Deeply nourishes and repairs chemically treated hair.

Points to Note

Relaxed hair requires extra care to stay healthy and breakage-free. By following this complete guide and using the Mara Cruiz Organics Anti-Breakage & Repair Range, you can keep your hair strong, hydrated, and beautiful!

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