Easy Ways to Prevent Split Ends

It’s official: winter is over! You made it through the bitter Chicago snowstorms and sub-zero temperatures, but now your hair is in desperate need of some TLC. It might not seem that obvious at first, but grab a fistful of hair (don’t worry, nobody’s looking) and check out your split ends. If you’re anything like us, they’ve appeared in full force. Feeling embarrassed? Stop! Split ends are a common problem and can easily be taken care of. Check out our list of remedies for that pesky frizz to get your ready for summer and sunshine!

Go all natural

Are you staying home and gardening this weekend? Or maybe you have a low-key week and have a few days where you can kick it at home? Either way, use this time to take a break from straightening, curling and blowdrying your hair. Even just a day off (although it’s great if you can take two) can drastically alter the damage done to your hair by various heating elements.

If the damage is already done, then it’s time to say sorry. We love Moroccan Oil Moisture Repair Shampoo & Conditioner for all of our clients, but especially for those who tend to style their hair more often.

Lay it on thick

We LOVE hair masks, and you will too once you see the results! Silky hair and thick full ends will transform your look and brighten up those tired ends. Grab our Moroccan Oil Intense Hydrating Mask (it’s intense), hop in a bubble bath, apply it liberally to your hair, and then let it soak in. You’ll see results immediately!

Take it easy

When your hair is wet, it’s super susceptible to breakage. That’s why our stylist, Miko, recommends that you use a wide-tooth comb to detangle your hair after the shower. As you’re combing through it, be gentle and take your time. What might seem like an innocent tangle could actually be wreaking havoc on the ends of your hair.

Shampoo & Condition 101

The way you shampoo and condition your hair can actually make a huge difference when it comes to split ends. For example, are you applying your shampoo directly to your scalp, or are you applying it on the ends of your hair? What about your conditioner? Most of us have a tendency to just throw some shampoo on our head, scrub, and then slap some conditioner on it. In all actuality, shampoo should be applied to the scalp, and conditioner should be applied to the ends! This will stop your scalp from looking greasy and your ends from getting dried out, making them more prone to breakage.

Get a Trim

It’s easy to neglect, but stopping in for a quick trim from any of our stylists will quickly put an end to those unruly spit ends. Then, simply follow our tips and tricks to ens
ure that you keep them in check! Give us a ring at 773-360-1111, or book your appointment online!

See you soon!