Everyday shampoos and conditioners might not offer the hair-fortifying or moisturizing properties damaged hair needs. Instead, switch to a hair strengthening shampoo and keep shampooing to a minimum (only a few times a week) to avoid stripping your scalp of essential oils. When you’re in the shower, massage—don’t rub—the shampoo gently into your scalp.

Hair often goes through the ringer in the name of beauty, and sometimes the consequences aren’t understood until the signs of damage start creeping up. When you start to notice a lack of moisture, split ends, breakage, dullness or weak strands, it’s not the end of the world. It just means it’s time for some damage control. To help get your good hair days back, The Salon debunks 8 myths on how to repair damaged hair, along with some handy hair growth tips.

If you have oily hair, opt for a dry shampoo in between wash days, and when you do shampoo, concentrate only on the roots—the greasiest parts of the hair.