Why are My Child's Ends Always Splitting?

When Black hair needs trimming, you will notice that it sheds more than usual during shampoo day, and the tangles are more severe. The first step in stopping split ends is making sure your child is getting a “True-Trim.” You can think of a True-Trim as a “save my hair from damage” trim. A regular trim is done by pulling and holding the hair straight down to clip off all of the ends. A True-Trim is a regular trim PLUS going through the top sections and stretching the hair outward and vertically to trim off the split ends. These sections of hair are often missed, and neglecting them is how the hair becomes thin, lifeless, brittle, and frizzy. When you maintain your child’s hair with protective hairstyles, it helps keep split ends under control (when done correctly). These styles are convenient and help Black hair grow, but they lack the benefits of regular detangling and conditioning, so make sure to check their ends after wearing a protective style for over a month. Other remedies to help: Use hydrating & moisturizing hair products, NOT high-protein, alcohol, bergamot hair oils, and silicone products. Keep heated styling tools at lower temps. Don’t braid the ends of the hair tightly or wear scarves, bonnets, and hairbands too tightly. Check hairbrushes for bent or broken bristles that can catch the hair. Children who are in sports should have their hair shampooed at least every 2 weeks.

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