Why hair ends split: care for curls

Split ends: how to get rid of them and how to prevent them

So, you've discovered that your hair, which was fine until recently, has begun to look worse. If you notice split ends in your hair, don't be upset. First you need to figure out why your hair splits, what is the reason. And only then begin active actions.

Why do split ends appear?

Editor's tip: If you notice that your hair is splitting, immediately provide it with sufficient moisture and nutrition. A light moisturizing shampoo is perfect for this. For example, Love Beauty and Planet “Volume and Generosity” shampoo. It is enriched with natural coconut water and created specifically for thin and lifeless hair. The product moisturizes and softens hair, while giving it volume and shine. Works great in conjunction with the air conditioner of the same name.

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Shampoo Love Beauty and Planet “Volume and Generosity”

Think about what changes have happened to you and your hair lately. Often the cause is changes in climatic conditions. Maybe you've just returned from vacation? Hair ends damaged by ultraviolet radiation and salt water quickly deteriorate. Or maybe, on the contrary, you are often in the cold? Even if you wear a hat, it can protect the bulk of your hair, but not the ends.

However, this is only one of many possible reasons. What else causes split ends?

What could be the reasons?

You can improve the health of split ends if you find out what is causing the splitting of the strands. Each hair is protected by a unique sheath and fat, which is secreted by the sebaceous glands on the head.

This protective layer protects against moisture evaporation, which makes the strands elastic and shiny.

REFERENCE! When the sebaceous glands are inactive or do not “work” at full strength, then the lubricant that is released from them is not enough. Therefore, the hair is partially protected. The ends dry out quickly, become weak and easily damaged.

The functioning of the glands is impaired. There are several reasons for this:

• exposure to an iron, as well as a hairdryer, curling iron;
• lack of nutrition, moisture;
• pH level disturbances.

So, what to do at home if your hair ends are split? Let's take a closer look.

In order to maintain the current condition of the hairstyle, not to worsen, but even to improve the appearance of the hair, it is important to provide the strands with proper care. To do this, you need to take care of your appearance:

• wash your hair no more than twice a week (maybe once every 5 days);
• refuse a hair dryer, curling iron, and other equipment (or use all this to a minimum);
• rarely use foam, varnish and other styling products;
• wear a hat in winter, summer, in bad weather, during snow/rain/heat (a hat, scarf or hat must completely hide the strands);
• make masks 1-2 times a week;
• comb only dry hair (start from the ends and gradually move up);
• use only natural (preferably wooden) combs;
• use homemade shampoos more often;
• apply homemade serum to the strands to protect the strands (it’s easy to do: leave the milk in a warm place for half a day, heat it in a saucepan, pour the resulting liquid into a container with a spray and apply to the hairs, do not rinse);
• refuse paints with ammonia;
• massage your head every day (at least 10 minutes) and/or visit a massage parlor every week;
• dry your hair without a hairdryer;
• rinse your strands with herbs after washing;
• avoid shampoos with parabens;
• get enough sleep;
• take vitamins and mineral complexes.

In the following articles you will find useful tips for treating and caring for split ends:

Before you take active steps in the fight against split ends, find out the causes of the problem in this publication.

Why does hair split?

Improper care

This can include both incorrectly chosen care and unnecessary manipulations with hair. For example, shampoo can harm your hair if it is not created for your hair type. Or the abuse of styling products that can dry out the strands. Also, if you often use a hair dryer and straightener, the ends of your hair suffer from hot air. In addition, even a love of hair ties or combing your locks immediately after washing can cause split ends.

Editor's tip: Unless you're ready to ditch your hair products altogether, stick to the lightest, most subtle ones. For example, Toni&Guy Tousled Texture Creation HairSpray “Light Hold” spray varnish. It is suitable for natural, flexible hold without gluing throughout the day. In addition, this product can also be used to shape the styling, and not just to complete it.

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Hair spray “Light hold” Toni&Guy Tousled Texture Creation HairSpray

Frequent dyeing and perms

Do you regularly dye your hair (especially in light colors - with preliminary bleaching) or do you perm? Then you probably already have split ends. The hair structure deteriorates after each manipulation. If you are a frequent visitor to beauty salons, do not forget that your care must include nourishing masks. They will help protect the ends of your hair.

Editor's tip: We love the TIGI Bed Head Color Goddess Nourishing Hair Mask. It contains sweet almond oil, pro-vitamin B5 and shea butter. The product helps maintain bright color, and also nourishes and smoothes the cuticle. The mask softens the hair and gives it incredible shine! The unique formula of the product “locks” the color inside the hair, protecting it from washing out.

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Mask for colored hair TIGI Bed Head Color Goddess

Poor nutrition

If your diet lacks beneficial elements and vitamins, your hair becomes weaker and brittle. Limit fatty, fried and sweet foods in your everyday menu. Add greens, vegetables, low-fat dairy products and meats, red fish and seafood, nuts and grains. And you will notice that quickly your hair will look better. Of course, this will not get rid of existing split ends, but it will prevent new ones from appearing.

Causes of damage

1. Thermal impact . Styling with an iron or curling iron, using curlers, drying with a hairdryer.
2. Chemical exposure . Coloring, use of coloring tonics and shampoos, perm, straightening.
3. Wrong comb .
   A metal comb can damage the scalp. Massage combs need to be changed every 3-4 months, because microcracks appear on them. They damage the hair structure and can injure the skin. Brushes are not able to comb thick hair well. A properly selected comb should not cause harm to your hair and scalp.
4. Incorrect care . Shampoo that does not match the type; combing wet hair; neglect of masks, balms and individual intolerance to the components of hair cosmetics can cause brittleness, dullness, seborrhea and split ends.
5. Dehydration . A person should drink 30 ml of pure water per day per kilogram of his weight (if you weigh 50 kg, you should drink at least 1.5 liters of water).

Lack of fluid affects all systems of the body. Weakness appears, immunity decreases, brain activity deteriorates, and the condition of the skin, hair and nails deteriorates.

6. Poor nutrition . A lack of micronutrients and unsaturated fatty acids leads to malfunctions of the pelvic organs (primarily the ovaries), and deterioration of the condition of hair and skin.
7. Lack of vitamins . For the normal functioning of all systems, the body requires a certain amount of useful microelements and vitamins. If there are not enough of them, the body replenishes their need in the most accessible place for it - in the curls and nails.
8. Decreased immunity . Various diseases can reduce the performance of the human immune system. This leads to disruption of all body functions, including hair problems.
9. Styling . Tight hairstyles and constant styling can damage the structure of individual hairs. Over time, there are more and more damaged hairs, which leads to dullness, loss of smoothness, increased fragility and split ends.
10. Injury to the scalp . Severe frost, scorching sun, chemical burns, various microtraumas of the skin can affect the growth and condition of hair.

Why do hair still split and fade? Watch the video:

There can be many reasons for the appearance of split ends and brittle hair. In most cases, a woman knows the exact cause of her problem (or a set of reasons). If you still have split ends along the entire length, our article will tell you what to do at home.

Split ends of hair: what products will help?

Do you take care of the ends of your hair, but they still split?
Many people wonder whether it is possible to cure split ends without cutting them. Unfortunately, it's not possible. With this new treatment, you can improve the overall health of your hair and minimize the likelihood of future split ends. However, those ends that have already been split need to be cut off.

Moreover, at first, haircuts should be done regularly. Don’t forget to visit your hairdresser every two to three months to have your damaged ends removed. And between visits, do not forget to actively nourish and moisturize your hair.

Split ends: daily care

What should care look like if your hair is split?

• We have already written that correctly selected shampoo and conditioner are important.
• Use hair masks and leave-in treatments for ends.
• Handle your hair gently immediately after washing. Do not wring them out, but pat them gently with a towel.
• When hot styling, use thermal protection. You will definitely see a difference in the condition of your hair.
• There is no need to comb wet hair. Better wait until they dry.
• Whenever possible, choose natural drying methods. To learn how to do a stylish hairstyle without a hairdryer, you can watch the video instructions on our YouTube channel All Things Hair Russia. There you will also find other useful life hacks for hair care.

What is the best way to comb your hair then? It is optimal to do this at least in the morning and evening with a soft comb. And, if the strands are even a little tangled, use special sprays to facilitate the process.

Split ends are always unpleasant. Credit: Rex by Shutterstock

Methods of disposal

In order to prevent “cutting” of the hair, in some cases it is necessary to be diligent and resort to auxiliary measures. A guaranteed result can only be achieved with an integrated approach. So…

Solution 1

Trimming the ends is a radical method, but the most effective. Experts believe that if the ends of the hair are separated, then nothing can “glue” them together, this has been tested – and more than once! And first of all, what needs to be done: to prevent split ends, cut the ends.

Haircutting with hot scissors has proven itself very well - the process is not cheap, but very effective, since after it the ends of the curls are sealed, as it were, thereby preventing further development of the problem. However, you can cut your curls in the usual way, otherwise each split hair may split along its entire length, and we don’t want this most of all, right?

Note! By the way, regardless of whether there is a problem or not, it is recommended to update your hairstyle every 3-4 months, that is, cut off the ends. This promotes a better look and activates the growth of strands.

Haircut is the first step on the path to healthy hairstyle

Solution 2

To prevent hair from breaking and splitting, folk remedies will come to the rescue, which can not only eliminate this problem, but also strengthen our hair, activate growth, in a word, improve our health. For the convenience of readers, below is a table containing the most effective recipes for natural-based masks.

The price of your care is a well-groomed hairstyle

Note! These masks can be changed periodically by adding your favorite components, but the procedures should be carried out REGULARLY (2-3 times every 7 days). Otherwise, you may not see the result.

A chic look starts with health

How to cure split ends at home?

Apart from the above tips, you can try some home remedies. They won't get rid of existing split ends, but they will help strengthen your hair. This can be an excellent prevention against the appearance of brittle and split ends in the future. We're talking about our favorite homemade masks for split ends.

Kefir mask with egg

To prepare this mask you will need half a glass of kefir, a tablespoon of olive oil, the yolk of one egg and a little lemon juice. The ingredients must be mixed and the resulting mixture applied to the entire length of the hair, paying special attention to the ends. The composition should be left on the hair for an hour under a cap and towel, and then washed off with shampoo. It is recommended to repeat the procedure once a week for two months.

Prevention of split ends

The solution to the problem of split ends in your hair must begin by actually getting rid of them by cutting them off or using one of the above hair treatments. Preventing split ends will allow you to have healthy, beautiful and full of life hair.

Always use a wide-tooth comb

It's extremely important to stay away from hair brushes if you're trying to get rid of or prevent split ends. Rough bristles on a brush are sure to damage your hair from root to tip.

It is especially important to use a wide-tooth comb when your hair is wet. Using a brush on wet hair can cause damage, breakage, and turn your curls into a nightmare.

It is best to use combs and combs with wide teeth so that they can easily pass through tangles and remove them in a gentle manner.

Don't buy cheap hair drying and styling equipment.

Don't skimp on a hair straightener, curling iron, curling iron or hair dryer if you're trying to prevent split ends. Cheap appliances can work just as well, but they are prone to overheating and can cause serious hair damage.

Take your vitamins

We all know how important it is to take vitamins to keep our bodies strong and healthy from head to toe, but did you know that certain vitamins can actually help your hair grow stronger and avoid split ends?

Two vitamins to add to your diet are folic acid and biotin. Take these vitamins together to improve the overall health of your hair, as well as speed up hair growth and increase thickness (great for girls with fine hair!).

Buy a supplement or simply add more foods rich in biotin and folic acid to your diet to see improvements in your hair over time.

Reduce the number of styling and other procedures

Straightening? Bleaching? Perm? Drying? Yes, all these treatments kill your hair and are the main causes of split ends. You can get rid of split ends, ultimately reducing the number of split ends in total. Instead of using your hair straightener every morning, try taking a break for a few days and sporting natural, shiny locks.

Save the curling iron for special occasions. Take a break from bleaching and go for darker colors during the colder months. Give your hair a break - it will thank you.

Regular haircut

Yes, this entire article is about giving you solutions to get rid of split ends without cutting your hair, but in reality, regular trimming will allow you to avoid split ends.

Visit your hairdresser at least once a month to trim off any unsightly split ends. It may not be what you want to do, but trimming your hair just a couple of inches regularly will ensure your hair grows healthy and strong.

Now that we've covered a few ways to get rid of split ends without cutting your hair, you can see that it's a lot easier than you thought. Take care of your hair by using wide-tooth combs and reducing the amount of heat applied to your hair, using masks on the ends of your hair frequently to ensure relief from dry, brittle hair.

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