Yeah, ok – I know you’ve not only heard about split ends, but they’re probably the bane of your existence. Well, at least that’s how I see them. They just make your hair look brittle and dry, do they not? That’s not the look you should be going for.

Luckily, there are a lot of ways for you to deal with and prevent split ends – all you need to do is make the effort. And I know what you’re thinking: you have to do research, figure out what’s best for your hair, yadda yadda. But no, I got your back!

This is where you’ll find all the info you need regarding split ends – I’m talkin’ prevention, potential “cure,” and how to even know if you have them to begin with. Let’s get into it.

Have Split Ends? Here’s How to Know

First of all, what are split ends? How do you even get them? Let’s discuss.

This splintering happens when the ends of your hair become dry and brittle, and this can be due to many factors – not using a heat protectant, dyeing/bleaching your hair, or maybe you just haven’t had a trim in a long time. Whatever the case may be, when split ends appear varies from person to person.

So, how do you know if you have split ends? Take a strand of your hair and inspect individual pieces of hair – specifically, their ends. You don’t have anything to worry about if your ends are looking nice and smooth. However, if they look like they’re splintering off into multiple, forming a Y shape, or looking like a tree with branches – those are split ends.

But hey – you still have nothing to worry about. There’s nothing Hello Gorgeous Naples salon can’t help you fix, whether you’re looking for a trim or not.

Can You Prevent Split Ends?

Alright, I know what you’re here for – split ends prevention, and I’m thrilled to be able to tell you that there are so many things you can do! And don’t worry; it doesn’t require you buying heaps of products, prolonging your hair care routine, or making a tremendous amount of effort every single day. All it takes is a bit of extra care if your hair is prone to splitting.

Here’s how to prevent split ends:

• Be gentle when brushing – you’re in a rush sometimes, I get it, and you just want to get brushing over with. But tugging on your hair, especially when it’s tangled, can do more harm than good. Take your time and brush from ends upwards.
• Don’t skip on heat protectant – and it actually works! A few spritzes on towel-dried hair does wonders to seal your strands and protect them from heat. And this applies whether you’re just drying your hair or fully styling it.
• Invest in a quality leave-in conditioner – this is the best way for you to “mask” your split ends. The conditioner will smooth out the split ends (if you have them), giving your hair a polished look while nourishing it too. And if you’re wondering, can you put leave-in conditioner on dry hair? The answer is always YES.
• Make hair masks your new best friend – speaking of nourishment, your dry ends are in need of it. So, applying a mask once or twice a week won’t necessarily fix the breakage, but it will keep it moisturized for the time being.

See? It doesn’t take a lot to keep your hair healthy! Of course, you can always expand your hair care routine in hopes you never get split ends to begin with, but I don’t recommend overcomplicating things. Here’s why…

Can You Cure Split Ends?

Let’s say you have split ends already, and they’re giving you a headache. You’ve tried all kinds of hair care products, too, and nothing seems to work. And now you want to know if there’s a cure for split ends? 

I hate to be the one to disappoint you, but the answer is no. There might be multiple ads and products telling you otherwise, but just think about it – you can’t unbreak your broken strands. The only thing you can do is mask and smooth them out with various hair care products.

The only thing I would call a cure, however, is getting a split ends trim when you need it. Now that you know how to spot these “splinters,” you’ll know the right time to get a cut. And on that note, the perfect time to get a haircut is when your ends need it or when your hair loses the desired shape – and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

What are Your Next Steps?

How was that for a hair care lesson? I believe we’ve covered everything there is to know about split ends, how to take care of them, and whether or not you can “cure” them. But let’s be honest with each other for a moment: if you’re here reading about split ends, chances are you might already have them. And I know just what you can do about them.

Come to Hello Gorgeous Naples, the best split ends hair salon you can find! But I’ll be clear: not only can we deal with your split ends, but my expert stylists can give you the hair style you’ve always dreamed of having. And what’s more, we love talking about all things hair care, so feel free to ask us about our favorites and recommendations.

So, whatcha waiting for? Schedule your appointment at Hello Gorgeous Naples salon via our online form or by giving us a text/call at (239) 261-3131. We’ll be waiting!