Mixing one egg yolk, three tablespoons of olive oil, and a tablespoon of honey, then applying it to the ends (or any damaged hair) and covering with plastic wrap for at least an hour before washing, once a week, keeps ends softer and stronger over time.
A DIY Hair Mask and a Dry Shampoo Trick for Split Ends
Split ends are a sign of damaged, over-processed hair, and while trimming them off works, a weekly kitchen-ingredient mask can help prevent them in the first place. Hair is built from a protein called keratin, so enough protein in the diet matters too.
Make a DIY Hair Mask for Split Ends
Apply Dry Shampoo Before Bed
Spritzing dry shampoo and tying hair into a loose bun before sleeping gives it time to absorb oils overnight, adding more volume and skipping the telltale powdery residue that comes from applying it right before heading out.
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