What are split ends?

Split ends are broken ends in the hair and thus a form of damage to the hair. Split ends can occur anywhere on the head, but especially in the lengths. Much to their chagrin, split ends are common in women with long hair.

This is partly due to the maximum length of the hair, as every person has a certain limit when it comes to hair growth. Once the hair reaches a certain length - that point is different for everyone - the hair can break.

What do split ends look like?

Split ends appear in the form of naturally split ends. The oldest and therefore most susceptible part of the hair splits and shows itself in the form of broken ends.

Besides small knots, the so-called tree pattern also falls under split ends and shows from the branched ends that the hair is already relatively damaged.

Split ends are visible to the naked eye and manifest not only when looking at the ends, but also, for example, in the form of hair that is difficult to comb through.

Causes of split ends

The causes of split ends are diverse and differ from person to person. However, there are some factors that affect the hair as a cause of split ends and should be avoided as much as possible.

These are mainly overloading the hair by frequent use of styling devices such as straighteners or curling irons. These devices should therefore only be used in moderation and at relatively low temperatures. The same applies to direct sunlight on the hair.

This should be avoided to protect the hair as a whole from excessive heat and sunlight. Frequent colouring of the hair, especially colouring with poor-quality products, can also cause split ends and damage the hair in the long run.

Excessive washing and the wrong hair care routine are also among the most common causes of split ends. The reason for this is dryness: to stay healthy beautiful hair needs sufficient moisture. If the hair is deprived of this moisture, split ends often occur.

What can be done against split ends?

Mending split ends? Unfortunately, this is not possible. Once the hair is damaged and split, there is no turning back for these ends.

So the best way to treat split ends is prevention. There are numerous ways and remedies that help prevent split ends and thus ensure beautifully healthy hair.

Famous in this regard are some home remedies and oils that moisturise the hair and thus prevent a major cause of split ends: hair that is too dry. Because that is what ultimately causes hair to split.

So even a silk pillow to sleep on and using the towel more carefully after showering can make a difference. However, what really helps are clinically tested effective remedies against split ends, which are now also used in some products.

The most effective remedies against split ends

The list is long, and home remedies in particular are gaining popularity. But if you want to effectively prevent split ends in the long run, there are several high-quality shampoos and grooming products to choose from that are perfectly suited to the situation at hand.

People whose hair is exposed to excessive heat or sunlight do well to use Radia shampoo and conditioner, which protect the scalp and hair from UV radiation with the protective effect of polysilicone.

If the hair lacks protein, we recommend high-quality hair masks and serums, such as the Abyssian Hair Mask and Abyssian Hair Serum, which explicitly nourish dry, damaged hair as a kind of intensive treatment and restore shine.

But even small changes in the skincare routine can be very helpful. With Abyssian Deep Hydration Shampoo and Nia Shampoo, you can prevent split ends and keep hair healthy and shiny - all the way to the tips - with minimal adjustment to your routine.