A hair expert has revealed the three hairstyles which may actually be damaging your locks.
You may be regularly styling your barnet in these ways without thinking - so a pro has given her opinion and shared the best way to brush your hair to avoid breakage.
Mary Anne, a Canadian hairstylist who is on TikTok as @maryannecostahairstyling, has posted a tutorial video to help her followers get healthier hair.
As she demonstrated the styles, Mary Anne details why each one can be really bad for your hair - from breakage to general damage.
Her TikTok is full of hair advice to help you get the luscious locks of your dreams.
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In her video, the first 'no go' style is a really high pony or a super tight bun.
While these styles may look fantastic, they can cause bad hair breakage around the hairline, leaving you with lots of short strands at the front.
Mary Anne then went on to explain the correct way to brush your hair to prevent damage.
She explained: "[If you’re] brushing your hair from root to end, instead brush your hair from the ends and work your way up."
This will help you to detangle your hair without as much damage.
She also said people should avoid sleeping with their hair down, recommending a low, loose ponytail or a braid secured with an elastic or a scrunchie as an alternative.
Loose hair can tangle when left down, and the friction on the pillow can cause unwanted breakages.
In the comments, someone asked: "So how am I supposed to wear my hair up?"
Mary replied: "Great question! Using a scrunchie instead of an elastic is better as it's not as tight - or a jaw clip. Hope that helps."
In the comments, she also recommended sleeping with a silk pillowcase to avoid breakage.
Have you tried any of these hair tips? Let us know in the comments.
