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Weak hair loss, split ends, ... are common problems in the hair, causing the hair to lose its smooth, shiny appearance, becoming dry and less attractive. Measures to restore frizzy hair, split ends such as hair steaming, cycle trimming, ... are considered to be very effective.
1. Causes of frizzy, split ends hair
Split ends is a condition in which the ends of the hair become dry, frizzy and brittle. There are many causes of hair becoming dry and split ends such as:
Exposure to adverse weather conditions, harsh; Perform hair care techniques such as blow drying, straightening and curling; Effects of chemical hair care products. Although anyone can experience frizz and split ends, people of African descent are more likely to have split ends. Besides, women entering menopause also often have more split ends. This is because when estrogen levels in the body drop, the amount of natural oils produced in the scalp also decreases, causing hair to become drier and more brittle.
SEE ALSO: 4 common hair problems: Gray hair, loss, damage, grease
2. What to do with frizzy hair?
When the hair is frizzy, split ends, measures to completely eliminate split ends include: using scissors to cut the split ends or velaterapia technique. The velaterapia technique is the technique of cutting hair with candles. This technique requires the performer to twist a section of hair and then burn the split ends with a candle flame. It is thought that burning off the split ends will create a protective layer to prevent the hair from splitting again. However, some hair care professionals also worry that this method can cause split ends and damage the hair follicles.
If you want to try the velaterapia technique, you should consult an experienced professional. You should not perform this method on your own because it can burn your hair or burn your skin.
3. Measures to prevent hair breakage and split ends
You can apply healthy hair care measures to prevent the risk of tangled, split ends. These measures include:
Using hair cream: Hair conditioner is a deep conditioning treatment, helping to restore moisture to the hair and strengthen the hair strands. In addition, they also help prevent the risk of split ends and improve the beauty of the hair; Use conditioner, conditioner: Conditioner is used after shampooing and preliminary drying of hair. Incubating your hair while applying conditioner to your hair can help spread the conditioner from the roots to the ends. Conditioners should contain ingredients that help nourish hair such as almond oil (moisturizes and doesn't weigh hair down), Panthenol (strengthens hair, moisturizes and improves texture of damaged hair), argan oil (conditioner) deeply moisturizes and adds shine to the hair). SEE ALSO: 14 best foods for hair growth
4. Some notes when taking care of hair to avoid frizzy, split ends
It is very difficult to prevent frizzy or split ends. However, you can do the following to reduce the severity of frizzy and split ends:
Cut and trim your hair regularly, preferably every 6 weeks; Do not wash your hair every day. When washing hair, consider only using conditioner, skipping shampoo; Choose shampoos with all-natural ingredients, without ingredients that have a strong impact on hair; Use conditioner after shampooing hair; Use a wide-tooth comb or use your hands to detangle wet hair. It is recommended to start removing the hair from the ends of the hair and comb it back up to avoid tangles and tangles; When you have finished washing your hair and want to dry your hair, you should use a soft towel to gently absorb water on your hair to avoid damaging your hair; Limit beauty techniques that can damage hair such as hair dye and chemical straightening; Use a heat protectant spray and minimize the use of heat on the hair (like blow-drying). The longer the hair is exposed to heat, the more susceptible it is to damage; Take hair-strengthening supplements like biotin and folic acid; Limit the creation of hairstyles that can cause split ends such as ponytails, curls. It is recommended to use soft hair ties to reduce damage to the hair. Frizzy hair and split ends can affect the smoothness of the hair and if not treated early, it will cause damage to the hair in the long run. Changing hair care habits, limiting chemical styling methods,... can help make hair healthier and shinier.
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Reference sources: healthline.com, hairstory.com