5 Things You Should Do Regularly To Prevent Split Ends!!

Split ends are the one of the most common hair problem that most of the population goes through. They never go away no matter how hard you try or how many tricks you use. Chemical treatments, pollution, heat styling, old hair are the main cause of split ends. Hair cuticles are the basic protective layer that cover the hair and when this layer gets damaged it leaves hair vulnerable. The regular grinding go hair causes the hair cuticles to get damaged and exposes hair towards all the regular problems that damage hair.

Take a look at some of the things that you can do on the regular basis to prevent the hair from getting split ends.

Oil you hair before every wash

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Hair tend to get fragile every time you wash them and can easily cause split ends therefore always remember to oil your hair before washing them as oil forms a protective layer around the hair and prevents them from getting damaged. Oil also hydrates the hair making them soft and glossy.

Trim hair on regular basis

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There are times when even after all the prevention you can get split ends. The best option during that time is to get hair trimmed. The older and longer the hair are there are more chances if split ends being formed. Hair trimming prevents the growth of split ends and saves the hair from getting damaged.

Reduce using heat styling products

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Avoid using heat hairstyling products as much as possible. Using hot rods, flat irons or even a blow dryer causes the hair to became hard and brittle due to the lack of moisture and can end up getting split ends and causing excessive hair breakage. Always use hair protection serums before starting with hair styling and try to reduce the number of times you use hot styling products.

Use wide tooth comb to brush

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Make it a rule to use wide tooth brush to comb your hair no matter if they are wet or dry. Wide tooth comb prevents hair easily de- tangles hair than regular combs. It also prevents excess hairball and split ends that occur due to the rough treatment of the hair while de-tangling them.

Dry hair gently

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Wet hair are extremely delicate and have higher chances of getting damaged. It is important to handle them with care when dealing with wet hair. Always delicately dry your wet hair by using preferably cotton towel to prevent friction and hair breakage. Do not rub your hair vigorously in order to dry them, gently dab using cotton towel as it absorbs water easily and allow the hair to dry naturally.

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