The problem of split ends is also called trichoptilosis. This is more common in women having long hair. Split ends occur when fibers in the inner layer get thrashed and cuticle damages. The hair is then needed to be cut.

Regular trimming is necessary for such type of hair. It is good to brush hair before shower. Do not make a bunch of hair in shower. Hair should be hanged down straight. Apply shampoo on the scalp and spread lather downwards. This prevents tangles in the hair which encourages breakage. Conditioners also prevent breakage of hair.

Never brush wet hair. If hair are not bunched up they are easy to brush in wet also. Use of hair dryer, straightening devices and curling irons should be avoided if a person seriously wants to get rid of split ends. Any treatment includes the use of heat is bad for split ends of hair. If anybody has already split ends, hair should be cut one to two inches up. As hair grows, natural oil from scalp flows down by hair at the ends (for protecting it) fails to reach there. This can result out as split ends. Long exposure to sun, change of shampoos again and again and overuse of hairdryers can also cause split ends. Poor quality comb can be responsible for this. Use of dyes and hair perming can also result out in split ends.

Hold small part of hair twist it with a downward move cut it in a layer to bring natural look. Add a tsp honey into 2 tbsp olive oil then mix egg yolk in it. Massage gently over the hair and wash it after 30 minutes with a shampoo. Avocado oil is also helpful for avoiding split ends. Apply this oil over the hair and scalp. Wash it with a mild shampoo after half an hour. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil in boiling water. Pour this into jar and shake it well till oil gets emulsified. Massage it gently on the hair when it becomes a bit cool. This will be helpful to get rid of split ends.