The main cause of dry and split ends is damage to the hair structure. It’s easier to harm it than you might think—temperature fluctuations, hard tap water, chlorinated pool water, heat styling, seawater, and sun exposure all contribute to hair damage.
Try to protect your hair from these factors whenever possible. Install a special water filter on your faucet or add apple cider vinegar to the water—one tablespoon of vinegar can soften a liter of chlorinated water. Shield your hair from temperature changes and direct sunlight by wearing hats or using summer hair protection products from professional brands like Redken, Kerastase, Matrix, and Revlon. If possible, tie your hair in a loose ponytail or bun using soft hair ties to avoid excessive tension.
Try to minimize heat styling—experts recommend using hair dryers, curling irons, and straighteners no more than 2-3 times a week. Even if you apply heat protection products, hot air lifts the cuticle scales, making hair more porous, fragile, and prone to environmental damage. This leads to rough and unruly hair.
Use special hair care products designed for split ends. Their main purpose is to restore and maintain the health of your hair as much as possible. Ingredients like silicone help “seal” the cuticle, giving your hair a neat and healthy appearance.
