TLDR Using natural sources as hair conditioners can help restore shine and softness to damaged hair.
The document discussed the adverse effects of various hair products like shampoos, hairstyling gels, and heat tools on hair, leading to damage such as brittleness, dryness, and split ends. It proposed the use of conditioners to restore hair's shine and softness by replenishing lost sebum and keratin. The chapter highlighted several natural sources that can be used as hair conditioners and detailed their chemical properties.
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