Why hair splits - the most reliable ways to get rid of split ends

The dream of any woman is beautiful long curls. Growing them is a very difficult and tedious job. There are many obstacles along the way, one of the most common is split hair. You will learn the reasons why hair splits and how to get rid of split ends from our article.

Causes

There are two main groups of factors why the ends and curls split along the entire length - external and internal.

Influence of the state of the body

The origins of unhealthy nails, skin and hair are often internal problems:

  1. Eating unhealthy food. Fatty, sweet and spicy foods pose a particular threat. Coffee, beloved by many, flushes out iron, zinc, and calcium from the body.
  2. Lack of water. Hair loses elasticity due to lack of moisture. The daily norm is 1.5–2 liters of pure non-carbonated water. Water removes toxins and toxins, returns softness to curls.
  3. Untreated diseases. Chronic diseases cause dry ends and hair loss. Often, digestive problems worsen the condition of the hair - the absorption of water and useful elements into the intestinal wall worsens. If the main disease is cured, then the secondary problem of split hair will be solved by itself.
  4. Bad habits. Smoking, alcoholism, drug addiction - a serious test for the whole body, and not just for curls. Split ends with addictions can not be avoided.
  5. Genetics. Dry hair can be passed down genetically from parents or previous generations. Only the most thorough care and prevention will help get rid of fragility or at least keep them in good condition.

Influence of external factors

The most dangerous external factors that cause split ends:

  1. Frost and sun. In the cold season, the hair is electrified and dry, and in the summer they are exposed to direct sunlight.
  2. Wrong care. Excessive combing, regular use of styling products and care products that are not suitable for the dry type of hair - all this provokes and exacerbates the problem of hair delamination.
  3. Thermal devices. Hairdryer, curling iron, iron, corrugation are the main enemies of healthy curls. Hot air currents dry out the hair, and regular perm causes irreparable damage to the hair structure.
  4. Accessories. Damage to the hair is caused by: tight elastic bands that strongly tighten the hair, jewelry, on which the hairs can get tangled, metal clips and hairpins - they spoil the hair structure very much.

Symptoms

It is not difficult to diagnose the section of hairs - you need to examine the tips, determine whether they are divided in two. If this has been noticed, then it is better to make an appointment with a trichologist, and the doctor will already determine the cause and treatment.

In most cases, dryness can be noticed without examination: if the hair gets tangled, broken, looks shaggy and unkempt, then they will probably begin to exfoliate and subsequently fall out.

Attention! You need to start caring for and deal with the problem as soon as possible so as not to bring the problem to the extreme stage - baldness.

Treatment

The fight against split ends can take place in three directions: the use of professional care products, the use of folk recipes at home and visits to salon procedures.

Purchasable funds

The following remedies will help remove split ends:

  • SYOSS Oleo 21 intense care hair spray. It contains 21 oils. It has a floral aroma and an excellent effect - after the first application, the curls will become easy to comb and become soft.

  • Oribe Split End Seal. This serum is designed for colored curls, which suffer from delamination more often than others. It contains extracts of watermelon, lychee and edelweiss flower. Can be applied before styling or in the middle of the day.

  • Wella SP Perfect End. The cream will give unprecedented lightness and smoothness. The keratin and protein included in the product restore and protect the hair. By applying the cream to a wet mop, you can safely dry it with a hairdryer.

  • Leonor Gray Huile Secret de Beaut. The composition of the French oil includes particles of gold, which give an instant noticeable result. Finding a remedy on Russian shelves is very problematic. Our compatriots usually order oil on the Internet. You can apply it both before washing your hair and after.

  • Sachajuan Volume Shampoo. The first wash will already show the full strength of the shampoo - after drying, the curls become smooth and crumbly. If purchased together with a conditioner, you can get a double effect.

  • Restorative Hair Mask Moroccanoil. The composition of the regenerating mask includes argan and shea seed oils. They restore shine and moisture to the hair.

  • Otium Miracle Revive Estel. The mask contains silicones. They provide long-term recovery.

Folk recipes

Any professional tool includes non-natural components. Therefore, many people prefer folk secrets to solve the problem. Home remedies use ingredients from a pharmacy or refrigerator.

  • Yeast mask. 50 ml of kefir and 2 teaspoons of yeast. Mix the ingredients and let them brew for about 15 minutes. Spread the mixture well on the tips. Put a plastic bag on top and wrap your head with a towel. Wash off after half an hour.
  • Egg mask. 1 egg yolk and 1 tbsp. l. castor oil. Mix the ingredients well, and then rub into the scalp. Leave for three hours. Rinse not with plain running water, but with water with lemon juice.
  • Honey egg mask. 1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon honey and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Mix the ingredients thoroughly and distribute the mixture over the entire length of the hair. For effect, put on a bath cap and a towel on top. After half an hour, wash off the mask with warm water.

In addition to masks, you can use natural oils: burdock, castor, olive, almond, coconut. It is worth applying them after washing your hair, preheating in a water bath. Put on a cap, and after an hour rinse with water with drops of lemon.

salon services

Hair restoration services are not cheap, but they have a quick effect. Here are the most requested services to get rid of the section.

lamination

This procedure does not cure, but only transforms the appearance of the hair. The essence of the procedure: a special composition of pearl and wheat proteins, natural ingredients and a whole alphabet of vitamins is applied to cleansed hair.

After an hour of exposure, the strands for a month will become thicker, stronger, silky and shiny. The cost of the procedure depends on the amount of ingredients used. The minimum threshold is 1 thousand rubles.

You can also do biolamination and phytolamination. They contain plant extracts, which makes them more useful and effective.

Important! Bio- and phytolamination can give the hair an unexpected shade.

Shielding

Unlike the previous procedure, this one is a remedy. The effect of cleansing from the section lasts only 1 month, but during this time the hair looks really healthy. Shielding nourishes the hair from the inside - moisturizes, strengthens, thickens and protects.

A month after shielding, brittleness and dryness may increase. To remove the section along the entire length, hairdressers advise combining both procedures.

Haircut with hot scissors

The procedure is performed using special electric scissors, blades that are heated during the entire haircut. As a result of soldering, the trimmed ends become heavier, which ensures the straightness of the hair.

Increases hair growth and density. The main thing is that the procedure is carried out by an experienced hairdresser.

The procedure must be repeated every three months. A haircut with hot scissors costs much more than a classic procedure. But the effect of it is more noticeable than many chemical drugs.

Important! After cutting with hot scissors, be careful with curling irons and irons.

Mesotherapy

During the procedure, injections are injected into the scalp. Subsequently, the injected substances cause cell renewal and increase the rate of hair growth. This is especially useful in violent prolapse, when no remedy helps. In mesotherapy, special cosmetic needles are used (much smaller and thinner than usual), so the procedure is almost painless.

The whole process takes about half an hour. It is impossible to notice the effect immediately. New hairs begin to appear after a few months. The cost of the procedure is from 1000 rubles at one time. The course includes 10 procedures.

Prevention

To prevent the ends from splitting, the following recommendations must be followed.

Nutrition

Nutrition rules for maintaining healthy hair:

  • Enrichment of the diet with fruits and vegetables.
  • Large consumption of plain water.
  • Rejection of bad habits.
  • Replacing coffee with green tea or at least chicory.
  • Taking vitamin preparations during periods of beriberi.

Care

Basic care rules:

  • Avoid hair dryers if possible. If there is no time to dry naturally, then set the temperature to the minimum mode.
  • Do not use a curling iron, corrugation, etc. You can also create a hairstyle using safe methods: pigtails, curlers, curling invisibility and a simple tight bun will create attractive waves on curls.
  • Do not neglect hats, especially on the beach and in cold weather.
  • Replace a coarse comb with a brush made from natural materials.
  • Choose shampoos and other care products for split damaged hair.
  • Regularly use oils and herbal decoctions.
  • Regularly (at least once every 3 months) visit a hairdresser to trim the ends.

Only self-control and attentive attitude to your health will keep it for many years, including a healthy look of curls.

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