Best way to prevent split ends?

Question

It seems as if I'm just prone to always getting split ends!

but everyone does.

What are some ways to help prevent them?

I'll try to answer your questions too :)

Thanks!

Answer 1

get regular trims (every 2-3 months depending on how fast your hair grows)

use a deep conditionner once a week

Answer 2

Don't Use hair ties' with the little metal part on them they make split ends

Answer 3

don't use straighteners or curlers etc (even hair dryer!) and use a heat defence product when your hair is damp if you do dry it.

Answer 4

I am prone to getting split ends all the time. This is what helped me..Hope this helps..

1. Do not overdo hairstyling. A good start to prevent the formation of split ends is to minimize or eliminate the application of direct heat to the hair. Frequent hairstyling with blow dryers, hot curlers, hair straighteners, and curling irons depletes the hair of its natural oils, making it more susceptible to split ends. If you absolutely must blow dry your hair, use the lowest temperature possible and keep the blow dryer at least four inches (10.2 cm) away from your hair.

2. Cut down on chemicals. Avoid using too many chemical products, such as gel, mousse, and hair spray. Hairstyling with these products damages and weakens the hair, leading to split ends. Do not use any haircare products containing alcohol, including alcohol-based shampoos. Alcohol causes the hair to lose moisture and become brittle. Dry hair is susceptible to splitting.

3. Be gentle with your hair. Remember that wet hair is more vulnerable to damage, so do not brush your hair when it is wet. Avoid overbrushing, as brushing in itself causes stress to the hair, leading to split ends. When you do brush your hair, use a hairbrush with soft, even bristles or a wide-toothed comb. Avoid nylon bristles at all costs.

Do not comb through tangled hair. Doing so rips the hair strands roughly, destroying the cuticles and exposing the inner hair fibers to the danger of split ends. Instead, separate tangled hair into sections. Working on each section, slowly untangle your hair from end to root using your fingers or a wide-toothed comb.

4. Use the right accessories. When using hair accessories such as colorful hairpins and bands, make sure they are not too harsh for your hair. Use hairpins with smooth ends. Sharp hairpin ends can tear at the hair strands when you unpin them. Additionally, avoid using rubber bands to tie your hair. Instead, do up your ponytail with a soft scrunchie or other fabric elastic band.

5. Moisturize. Split ends are caused by a lack of moisture in the hair. Hence, it is important to keep hair moisturized through the use of hair conditioners after each shampoo. Use a deep conditioner once a week as an additional measure to prevent split ends. Furthermore, drink a lot of water to keep your body and hair constantly hydrated.

6. Schedule an appointment. Make an appointment with your trusted hairdresser every four to six weeks to trim off dry and brittle ends. Trimming your hair regularly can prevent the formation of split ends or get rid of those that are already there.

Remember that split ends cannot be repaired. The only solution is to cut them off completely. It is essential to maintain a very strict haircare regimen to prevent future occurrences of split ends.

Answer 5

sleep on a silk pillowcase.

it'll also make your hair shiny too.

Answer 6

Condition the ends a lot, avoid using heat (Blow Dryers, Flat Iron, etc.), and get the ends trimed every 3-4 months! Hope that helps.---♥

Answer 7

never bleach ur hair...

Answer 8

brushing your hair, chlorine, and any kind of heat is what makes split ends.

Answer 9

A great hair mask that I found is by Queen Helene. It is a hot oil treatment but works so well.

Also, once a week I lather my hair with olive oil and wrap a hot towel around my head then watch TV for a half an hour and rinse out with baby shampoo. Then I condition it like normal. It makes my hair so shiny and soft.

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Answer 10

do a deep conditioner in ur hair once a week. trust me.

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Answer 11

A main cause of split ends is a lot of heat, so try to lay off the heat if you do use much. Get a heat defense spray as this can help protect your hair. Hair dye can also cause split ends. Can't think of any other ways to prevent them, just try and get your hair trimmed quite often to chop them off!  

Answer 12

Keep your hair trimmed on a regular basis...

Answer 13

don't use heated instruments in your hair. Also don't brush your hair to often once a day should be good.