Split ends cannot be “fixed”, only cut off. But with a little care you can put an end to them. There are three types of damage that can cause split ends: mechanical, chemical or environmental. Luckily, all of these can be minimised or even eliminated.
What causes split ends?
Heat is the biggest culprit for mechanical damage from rubbing, pulling and tearing of hair when shampooing and drying, ranking second only to mechanical threats. Chemical damage comes from hair coloring, relaxers, and relaxers. Don’t do the last two at home!
