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Relaxed-hair help.(Beauty Q&A)

Cosmopolitan

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I'm an African-American with relaxed shoulder-length hair. I want to grow it longer, but it's very damaged. Any tips?

The chemicals used to relax kinky locks can leave them brittle and sapped of moisture, which can lead to split ends and breakage, making it a challenge to grow them out. To nurse your hair back to health and keep it strong, follow this moisturizing regimen from Jacqueline Tarrant, senior educational manager for Soft Sheen-Carson. First, be sure to use a gentle hydrating shampoo that won't strip away your hair's natural oils. Follow with a thick, ...

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