Splitting Hairs - What Can You Do About Split Ends

By: Jane Preeter

Isn\'t it a shame when you have to worry about covering split ends (or trichoptlosis)-the bane of every self- respecting woman\'s life! They happen when the protective cuticle has been stripped away from the ends of hair fibers. Split ends are more likely to develop in dry or brittle hair, and typical causes of damage include excessive dying or vigorous brushing.

Once the hair cuticle is removed, it is impossible to replace. Typically, the hair splits into two or three strands, and can be as long or two to three centimeters in length. The best treatment is to cut off the split end of the damaged fiber.

But you don\'t necessarily have to go to the salon every week to keep your split ends in check. Back in the sixties and seventies, women used to burn off their split ends! Sure that\'s a little excessive. And there are easier ways to get rid of those dead ends before they split further... do-it-yourself hair trims.

These do-it-yourself trimming tips are for women who are happy with their hair; for those who don\'t need a restyle, but simply want to freshen things up with a \'homegrown\' sort of look. If you are in any doubt, leave it for the professionals!

To Remove Split Ends:

* Take small sections of hair and carefully twist them in a gentle downward motion. Any split ends will automatically stick out.

* Carefully snip into the twist with sharp scissors. Don\'t cut right through; just cut into the thickness to remove the damaged cuticles and give a natural layered effect.

* Be careful to cut roughly the same amount from each twist. Remember, sometimes the simplest, and least expensive, ideas are the best. So get trimming! You\'ll not only save a bundle but also time that will ease your life.

Discover all you ever wanted to know about hair. Latest hair styles, new hair loss treatments, best methods of hair removal. Click for daily updated blog of hair news and articles. http://www.hair-unexpurgated.com/

MORE RESOURCES :

How To Start A Hair Salon.
Find out how easy it is to start your own hair salon with this outstanding guide. This eBook contains the greatest gold mine of easy start your own hair salon advice ever crammed into one product.

How To Stop Hair Loss Regrow Your Hair.
Unique information for men and women on how to stop hair loss and regrow hair easily naturally. Free audio download included.

The Top Twenty Five Updos For Hair You Can Do.
To show you pictures of updo hair styles ideas that will inspire you and help you find a glamorous formal updo for your special occasion.
These formal updo hairstyles can be worn at weddings, proms, elegant parties or any occasion where you want to look and feel special.

The Ultimate Hair Loss Solution.
Men - Stop hair loss, revive thinning hair, and regrow lost hair starting Now! Powerful insider secrets to restoring hair loss.

Hair Loss No More, Natural Hair Loss Treatment
You could stop and prevent male and female hair loss and strengthen, revitalize and restore thinning hair, without involving cost, treatments, products or drugs.

The Herbal Hair Regrowth Solution
An Ancient Indian Herbal Recipe. Massaged Into The Scalp Twice A Day This Amazing Tonic Promotes The Re-growth Of Lost Hair.

Healthy Hair Tips
The three stages of hair growth - You need to understand this before you can get stronger hair. What are androgens and how they affect the health of your hair.

Cutting your hair Chicago Tribune Although it's best to leave the pixie cut or layered bob to the pros, amateurs can perform a basic trim if they need to save on a salon visit or cannot tolerate their split ends one moment longer. Elena De Vera, master stylist at Avant Garde Salon and ...

Writers split on Super Bowl Philadelphia Daily News ALL AROUND water coolers, corner bars and hair salons, the talk is heating up. The best quarterback of all time is either Joe Montana or Tom Brady. Old-timers might throw in an Otto Graham here or a YA Tittle there. Maybe John Elway would get a mention ... and more »

Bay Area Best Hair Salons, Body, Soul and Spirit Salon Offers New Products ... San Francisco Chronicle (press release) One of the Bay Area's best hair salons, Body, Soul and Spirit Salon, announces the availability of two new products and imparts hair care tips anyone can use. Body, Soul and Spirit Salon, one of the Bay Area's best hair salons, offers two new hair care ... and more »

FemaleFirst.co.uk

Repair your hair day FemaleFirst.co.uk "Damaged hair is more prone to splitting, tangling and breakage so it's important to seal as much moisture into the hair as possible to keep it healthy and looking glossy. "And don't sacrifice your regular trips to the salon for a trim, as getting rid ... and more »

Nearly 500 Inches of Hair to be Chopped for a Good Cause: DSHA students donate ... Wauwatosa Now This year, hair will be split between Locks of Love and Pantene Beautiful Lengths. Pantene's Beautiful Lengths program was created in partnership with the American Cancer Society® to encourage Americans to grow, cut and donate their healthy hair to ... and more »

Falling Hair? I always take my shower with me Emirates 24/7 "I rinse my hair with drinking water after I shower," says Qamar, a Syrian woman working in a beauty salon, "because the tap water here is very bad for my hair." The two ladies are not the only persons who believe that the water in the UAE severely ... and more »

Why the Komen-Planned Parenthood Split Is Bad for Women's Health Everyday Health One such program in California provides breast health education in hair and nail salons for Vietnamese women. Another specifically targets uninsured women who need important cancer screenings. Both may now cease to exist without funding from Komen. and more »

New York Times

Split by Race and Wealth, but Discovering Similarities as They Study Steinbeck New York Times Westfield students countered with their own stereotypes about Plainfield: “fried chicken,” “hair salons,” “ghetto,” “gangs.” Asaiah Edwards, a Plainfield student who had never stepped foot in Westfield, said he was struck by the differences between the ... and more »

Daily Mail

Are Steve-O And George Clooney Ex Elisabetta Canalis Really Dating? The FABlife According to TMZ, George Clooney's ex Elisabetta Canalis and Jackass star Steve-O were spotted visiting the Trust Hair Salon in West Hollywood this weekend; rumor has it the two have reportedly been hanging out for the past month or so. George Clooney's ex, Elisabetta Canalis spotted with Steve-O amid rumours they ...Daily Mail all 86 news articles »

Daily Mail

TOWIE's Jessica Wright gets hair extensions 3 days after showing off short haircut Daily Mail But today, just three days after switching her long tresses for a sharp bob, TOWIE star Jessica Wright was seen getting hair extensions at a London salon. The 26-year-old star wrote on her Twitter page this morning: 'Pleased I cut my hair because it ... and more »