If you have weak hair, rest assured of two things: You're not alone and there is help.

Weak hair is fragile, brittle and breaks very easily. It can be caused by not conditioning your hair, the overuse of styling tools or medications.

The first two problem areas are very easy to remedy. When you wash your hair, use a gentle rubbing motion to get your hair clean but do not rub hair. Then use a good deep conditioning rinse such as one of the Alterna Hair Care line of products. The Caviar Age-Free Protectant Collection is great for finding the sheen and health your hair once had. Also, the Alterna Restorative Conditioners are fantastic for helping your hair heal itself. A leave-in moisturizing spray will also strengthen your hair but be aware many of those sprays can weigh your hair down and leave it somewhat flat.

If you use a metal curling iron or straightener. Put it up and get one of the new generation ceramic curling irons or hair straighteners. These don't burn your hair to a crisp and the overuse of curling irons especially can cause hair bubbles where you are heating hair so frequently that the moisture in your hair is actually boiling and leaving bubbles in the hair shaft.

If you are taking medications, obviously don't stop. But you can condition your hair and use moisturizing sprays to help keep your hair regain strength and look better than ever.

There are a number of good alternatives you can take on the road to healthy, beautiful hair. Let the Alterna line of products take you there!