SPLIT ENDS

The simple split. This is the common type which represents early breakage. In these instances, cortical cells are held together, however huge sections are beginning to separate

The Mini. This breakage is an example of early breakage improvement

Fork in the Road. This shows greater damage and more sizable splitting

The Tree. More damage has happened to one side of the hair fiber than the opposite and as a result several ‘branches’ of cortical cells are starting to separate

The Candle. There is an extensive loss of the outer cuticle

The Knot. Single strand knots are self explanatory. A curl may be tangled and has triggered its own knot. It will typically cause the hair to break at that spot from brushing.

You need to distinguish between split ends and frizz. Split ends are usually found at the tips of your hair.

Cut it. If your ends are already breaking up, it’s a little late to repair. Cut the damaged parts off and begin taking better care of your hair to save the ends from splitting once more.

Oils. Researchers discovered that treating hair with oils reduced the formation of split ends. For a deep moisture treatment, warm some Brazilian or olive oil and apply on your whole hair and scalp. Leave it in for so long as you like and then wash it out. For a quicker oil finish, apply a small quantity of oil to the ends after washing it, or each time it feels dry.

Hair Masks. Use a hair mask every week; it will penetrate your hair shafts and guard them. After washing it out, follow a leave on conditioner or hair cream.

Protect the Hair from the Weather. Use a hat, headscarf or sun protection spray. Make a braid if it´s windy or place your hair up inside a hat to prevent tangles.