Why do hair ends get dry?
The ends of the hair are the “oldest” part of the hair – they are exposed to the longest:
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friction (clothes, scarves, chairs),
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combing,
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heat,
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painting,
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UV, dry air and heating.
Therefore, even if you have a normal or oily scalp, the ends are often dry. When the ends are dry, the hair:
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more late,
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more hairy,
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loses its shine,
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breaks more often (then the length does not "grow").
8 common causes of dry ends
1) Heat without thermal protection
Straightening and curling without protection is one of the fastest reasons why ends become rough and "brittle".
2) Coloring/lightening without a restorative routine
Chemical treatments change the structure of the hair. Without a mask and conditioner, dryness builds up.
3) Washing too aggressively
Shampooing too harshly or washing with hot water too often can dry out the lengths, even if the roots get oily quickly.
4) Shampoo is applied to the lengths
Shampoo is intended for the scalp. Rubbing the lengths washes away too much of the natural “softness” and the ends become dry.
5) No conditioner (or it is used incorrectly)
Conditioner is the base. Without it, hair is left with more friction after washing – which means more breakage.
6) Wet hair is rubbed with a towel
Friction creates frizz and micro-damage, especially affecting the ends.
7) Improper combing
When combing from the top or aggressively, all the force "falls" on the ends - they are the first to break.
8) Friction in everyday life
Scarves, coats, chair backs, sportswear – constant friction slowly “eats away” the tips.
What to do: a routine that actually works
1) Wash 2 times and keep the shampoo on the roots
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2 washes allow you to use less product and wash your scalp better
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length washes away from foam
2) Conditioner after each wash (only for long hair)
Apply from mid-lengths to ends, leave on for 2-3 minutes and rinse thoroughly.
This is usually the quickest step to smoothness.
3) Mask 1-2 times a week
If the ends are dry, a mask becomes necessary.
Leave on for 5-10 minutes (as recommended), rinse thoroughly.
4) After washing – gently dry, do not rub
Squeeze the water out, not rub it. If possible, choose a microfiber towel.
5) Combing from the ends + softer brush
Start at the ends and work your way up. This will reduce breakage.
6) Thermal protection – if it’s hot
Even if you blow dry "just a little," the protection helps maintain elasticity.
7) Minimal serum/oil for ends
If your ends are very dry, a small amount of product can significantly improve the look: less frizz, more shine.
Where is Grossty?
If your goal is softer, smoother, less brittle lengths, a logical routine with Grossty would be:
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Grossty Shampoo – 2 washes, roots only
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Conditioner – after every wash, for long hair only
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Mask – 1–2 times/week, only for long hair
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(Optional) a drop of conditioner for the ends after drying
This reduces friction and dryness – which is what usually causes split ends and breakage.
When is it time to trim the ends?
If the tips:
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very rough,
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"whisk" effect,
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strongly cracked,
then a haircut (even minimal) + routine gives the best result. The remedies can improve the appearance, but they do not "glue" the already completely broken structure.
Summary
Dry ends are usually the result of friction, heat, coloring, and a poor routine. When you get the basics right (2 washes, conditioner, mask, gentle blow-dry, and heat protection), your hair becomes smoother, less frizzy, and less prone to breakage—and the length starts to “hold.”