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Mistake 1: Brushing Wet Hair

When hair is wet, the keratin proteins in the shafts stretch and the cuticles expand, making strands extremely fragile. Brushing wet hair stretches the shafts beyond elastic limits, causing instant breakage. **The Fix:** Detangle your hair with a wide-toothed wooden comb *before* washing, or wait until it is 80% dry.

Mistake 2: Using Hot Water on Scalp

Taking hot showers might feel relaxing, but hot water strip-cleanses the essential lipids and protective oils produced by your scalp. This triggers dryness, flakes, and causes hair roots to weaken. **The Fix:** Wash hair with cool or lukewarm water to seal hair cuticles and preserve natural sebum.

"A stripped, dried-out scalp will either trigger severe dryness-induced hair fall, or over-compensate by producing heavy grease that clogs follicle openings."

Mistake 3: Leaving Oil on Scalp For Days

Leaving oil on your scalp for 3-4 days straight is a recipe for disaster. Heavy oils attract airborne dust, pollution, and sweat, creating a sticky layer that clogs hair follicles and feeds scalp microbes (which triggers dandruff). **The Fix:** Leave hair oil overnight or for a maximum of 2-3 hours before cleansing.

Mistake 4: Rubbing Hair Dry with Towels

Vigorously rubbing your wet hair with a coarse cotton bath towel creates friction that roughs up cuticles and snaps weak strands. **The Fix:** Gently pat hair dry with a soft microfiber towel or a clean cotton t-shirt to squeeze out excess moisture.