Split ends are medically termed as TRICOPTILOSIS
Split ends is nothing but the hair tips get split into two or more pieces.
It is the result of damaged hair.
CAUSES:
There are various factors that can cause split ends such as:
- Harsh hair brushing
- Frequent heat styling
- Infrequent hair trimming
- Frequent chemical treatments
- Hair dryness
- Using harsh chemicals containing hair care products
TYPES:
TRADITIONAL SPLIT
DEEP SPLIT
FEATHER SPLIT
TAPER SPLIT
INCOMPLETE SPLIT
KNOT SPLIT
MANAGEMENT:
The best way to get rid of split ends is to trim them regularly (every 3 months)
Ways to prevent split ends are:
- Limit use heat styling tools
- Drink water 2-3 liters
- Eat healthy food containing vitamin E & omega fatty acids
- Deep conditioning hair masks will help keep hair nourished
- Do not over wash your hair
- Incorporate sulfate free shampoos in your routine. Try our Olaplex #4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo. It repairs and protects hair from everyday stresses — including damaged hair, split ends, and frizz — by re-linking broken bonds. Leaves hair easier to manage, shinier and healthier with each use. N°4 is color-safe and proven to reduce breakage and strengthen all types of hair.
- Use Olaplex #5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner after shampooing. Leaves hair easier to manage, shinier and healthier with each use. Protects and repairs damaged hair, split ends, and frizz by re-linking broken bonds. It is color-safe and will strengthen and leave your hair stronger than ever.
- Use wood and/or shower comb to detangle hair properly
HOME REMEDIES:
- Avocado hair mask
make a hair mask with smashed avocado, honey, & olive oil & apply it to lengths of hair. Wash it off after 30-40 minutes.
- Coconut oil
Apply coconut oil and wrap hair in a warm towel for 30 minutes. This will help in conditioning your hair.
- Almond oil/ Argan oil
You can apply 2-3 drops of sweet almond oil or argan oil to the ends of your hair as leave in conditioner to nourish them.
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