Q&A for How to Trim Your Own Split Ends

A split end happens when the tip of the hair is damaged. The end will unravel like a frayed thread and then separate, creating the split.

Cutting your hair doesn't increase the rate of growth. However, it does keep the ends of your hair healthy. If you don't get trims, your hair will split and break instead of growing.

You should get a small trim every 6-8 weeks to keep split ends at a minimum. This will allow you to accumulate length while maintaining hair health.

If you're unable to trim your split ends, you could visit a salon and let a professional trim them for you. They'll be able to get rid of all of your split ends.

It would be best to straighten your hair before trying to trim your split ends. Once your hair is straight, you'll be able to more easily see your split ends.

Dry, because if wet, the split ends will be harder to see.

It is best to use fabric coated hair ties that do not contain any metal clasps. Rubber bands and hair ties that have metal clasps are harsh on your hair, and can damage it over time. Where you put the hair tie does matter too. If you put it close to your scalp for a ponytail, it won't do much damage. If you put it at the end of your hair for a braid, it may cause split ends over time.

It could take three to 12 months, depending on hair growth. Typically, hair grows 1/4 to 1/2 inch every month.

Cut as much as you can and then use deep moisturizing treatments often to help restore your hair until you can cut the rest off.

If you use a section of hair as a guide while cutting, all sections should match that guide section of hair. Make sure you pull them all the same direction when cutting. When done, you will pull the hair the opposite direction to check the sections to make sure they're even. There are videos on YouTube you can watch for help.

Cutting hair does not encourage growth, it only keeps damaged ends from breaking off. It's recommended to trim your hair when you are growing it out so you don't lose length from damaged hair.

You can use DIY treatments to lock in moisture or cut the split ends as shown above.

It will take as long as you want it to - 20 to 40 minutes. It depends on your hair length and how much you want to cut.

After shampooing, apply conditioner to the ends of your hair and tie your hair back into a bun. At the end of your shower, rinse your hair out with cold water. Apply hair oil afterwards if your hair is very dry.

Yes, cutting your hair does certainly help as it is getting rid of any unhealthy hair and gets replaced with healthy hair. You can try several methods. You will only need to cut off the dead or dry ends of your hair. The coconut oil method and massaging your hair can help.

Cutting short hair may be more difficult for you because you won't be able to see the hair as easily, especially if you don't have a lot of experience. You could try trimming your hair in front of a mirror, get a family member or friend to help, or just book an appointment at the hair dressers.

The same as straight hair, but keep in mind that the curls will make it look much shorter than it looks when you stretch it out to cut it.

Yes. Dead or split hair can discourage your hair from growing out, so trimming it will help it grow.

Just choose a length you want to cut off and follow the guidelines in the article. You can see How to Cut Your Own Hair for more methods. You can also find videos on YouTube.

Make sure to keep your hair healthy and follow the steps in this article.

Hair grows about half an inch every month. In three months you will have grown an inch and a half, so if you want your hair to grow, then only trim half an inch.

It is most probably due to either damage or dryness, most likely dryness. Put some baby oil on the ends of your hair, and within a week or so you should start seeing some results.

Yes, a heat protection spray is very effective against heat damage with hair straighteners and hair dryers. Heat protection sprays will not prevent split ends, but will protect against them getting very bad.

Go get a trim!