What really causes split ends & how to prevent them!, by Abbey Yung on YouTube. 2 min 24 s.
- Video length
- 2 min 24 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Check your ends in daylight. Hold a small section and run your fingers down the last 5 cm (2 in). Rough, forked or white-tipped strands are split ends.
Use sharp hair shears only. Craft or kitchen scissors crush the strand and start a fresh split. Cut on dry hair so you can see the damage clearly.
Comb the section smooth with a wide-tooth comb, working from the ends upward. Hold the hair between two fingers and slide down to the lowest split.
Cut about 6 mm (1/4 in) above the split, straight across the strand. Work through the hair in small sections until you have checked every part.
For a light dusting, twist a small section and snip only the short hairs that stick out. This keeps your length while removing the worst ends.
Smooth a pea-sized amount of leave-in conditioner or serum through damp ends. It seals the cuticle and makes splits less likely to catch and tear.
Always use heat protectant and keep flat irons under 180 C (350 F). Wash with a gentle shampoo and dry with a microfiber towel or cotton t-shirt.
Sleep on a silk or satin pillowcase and tie hair in a loose braid with a silk scrunchie. Book a trim every 8 to 12 weeks.
Tips and common mistakes
Skip tight elastic bands and rough towel rubbing, since both snap fragile ends.
Products can seal a split for a few hours but nothing repairs it, so trims do the real work.
Bleach, daily heat styling and very hot water speed up splitting, so space out colour sessions.
Cut less than you think you need. Small monthly dustings beat one big chop.
Questions
Can conditioner fix split ends?
No. Conditioner and serum smooth the cuticle and hide the damage for a while, but once the strand has forked only a cut removes it.
How often should I trim?
Every 8 to 12 weeks for most hair. Go every 6 to 8 weeks if you bleach, colour or heat style often.
Will split ends travel up the hair?
Yes. The split can run up the strand and break off higher, which is why small regular trims protect your length.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
