When it comes to split ends, the damage is done. That means no amount of moisturizing, conditioning and caring is going to fix what is broken, which in this case, is a whole lot of hair. The dreaded split ends happen when the protective cuticle is harmed at the end of the hair. The hair then divides into two or more strands. The end result is a head full of damaged hair. So what causes the split? At the end of the day you have hair dyes, flat irons, sun damage and hair dryers to thank for the wreckage. But that’s not all. Overwashing and using the wrong type of hair brush can also contribute to the problem. Now that you know what can cause the problem, it’s important to know how to remedy the issue. First and foremost, the most effective way to contend with split ends is paying a visit to your hairdresser.Trim your ends on a regular basis. This will rid your hair of those dead ends. Avoid using cheap shampoos which can rely on silicon for a shinier look, but deplete the hair of oils and nutrients. Some experts recommend cutting back on the number of times a week you wash your hair. If you’re one of those daily washers, use a gentle cleanser. It’s also important to wash hair after swimming or working out as sweat and chlorine can harm the hair. Deep conditioners such as tea tree oil will go a long way in preventing split ends. Taking care of hair today will prevent split ends tomorrow.