Instructions To Prevent Split Ends

Step 1: Keep brushing to a minimum since it promotes breakage. Brushing wet hair is a definite no-no; use a wide-toothed comb when hair is wet. 

Step 2: Strive for low-maintenance hair. Hair dryers, curling irons, perms and hair colors all damage hair. If you must blow-dry, use a cool setting and keep the dryer 6 inches (15 cm) from your hair. 

Step 3: Protect your hair from extreme weather. Wear a hat on sunny days and keep hair well moisturized in the dry winter months. 

Step 4: Apply a leave-in conditioner or pomade to the ends of your hair daily to keep them strong. 

Step 5: Snip away any split ends you spot. Cut at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the split. A split end will split the hair all the way up to the scalp, so snip it as soon as you spot it. 

Step 6: Schedule a trim with your hairstylist if you start seeing a lot of split ends.