Best Treatments for Dry and Damaged Hair: A Physician's Guide to Repair and Resilience
By Susan F. Lin, M.D. | Physician | Reviewed: June 2026
Quick Answer
Dry/damaged hair recovery: (1) sulfate-conscious gentle shampoo, lukewarm water; (2) weekly deep-conditioning mask 10-20 min; (3) reduce heat styling; (4) microfiber towel pat dry; (5) peptide-led topical (MD Hair™ Follicle Energizer); (6) inside-out: marine collagen, biotin, omega-3s (MD Nutri Hair™). Give it 12-16 weeks. Federally registered MD® trademark. Made in USA. www.md-factor.com.
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Scientific references
- American Academy of Dermatology. aad.org hair/scalp care
- Stenn KS, Paus R. Physiol Rev. 2001. PMID 11152760
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