How to get rid of split ends - and stop them coming back

Split ends: tiny, irritating and capable of making even freshly styled hair look tired. But can you actually repair them? Here’s the honest answer.

Start with a trim

No product can permanently fuse a split end back together. Serums and masks may temporarily smooth and disguise the damage, but a professional trim is the only way to remove it. Left alone, a split can travel further up the hair shaft, leading to more breakage—and a bigger cut later.

Handle your hair gently

Wet hair is particularly vulnerable, so avoid rough towel-drying and aggressive brushing. Gently squeeze out excess water, use a microfibre towel and detangle from the ends upwards with a wide-tooth comb.

Turn down the heat

Straighteners, curling irons and overly hot hairdryers can weaken the hair’s protective outer layer. Apply heat protection every time, choose the lowest effective temperature and give your hair regular styling breaks.

Add moisture—but don’t overdo it

Use a nourishing conditioner after every wash and apply a weekly mask, concentrating on the mid-lengths and ends. Finish with a small amount of hair oil or serum to reduce friction and keep the ends looking polished.

The best strategy? Regular trims combined with gentle, consistent care. Book a salon appointment and we’ll remove damaged ends while keeping as much of your length as possible.

How to stop greasy hair in its tracks: five expert-approved tricks that actually work

You know the story: you’ve washed your hair in the morning only to find your roots looking greasy again by lunchtime. If oily hair is a regular occurrence, don’t worry as we have compiled our favourite tricks that can make all the difference.

Reconsider your washing routine

While it’s tempting to shampoo daily, over-cleansing can strip the scalp of its natural oils, potentially encouraging it to produce more. Instead, try gradually spacing out washes and opt for a gentle, balancing shampoo.

Put shampoo and conditioner where your hair needs it most

When you do wash, concentrate shampoo at the roots, where oil builds up, and keep conditioner strictly to the mid-lengths and ends.

Watch out for product build-up

Styling creams, oils and even dry shampoo can accumulate on the scalp, so introduce a clarifying shampoo once a week for a proper reset.

Then there are the less obvious habits: constantly touching or brushing your hair can transfer oils from your hands and scalp through the lengths, while an overdue pillowcase change certainly won’t help.

Last resort

And for the days when your roots still refuse to cooperate? Apply dry shampoo before they become greasy, ideally before bed. It has time to absorb excess oil overnight, leaving hair fresher and fuller by morning.

Need more help with your hair? Give us a call or drop into the salon.

The first grey hairs? Here's what to do next

Spotting your first grey hairs can feel like a surprise, but it’s completely natural and nothing to panic about.

Grey hair happens when your hair produces less pigment over time, and for many people it starts earlier than expected. The good news is that you have plenty of options.

If you only have a few greys, a subtle colour blend or gloss can soften them without committing to full colour. Highlights are also a great way to blend greys naturally while adding brightness and dimension.

If you’re not ready to colour your hair, focus on keeping it healthy and shiny. Grey hair can sometimes feel drier or coarser, so investing in moisturising shampoos, conditioners, and regular treatments can help keep it smooth and manageable.

Most importantly, don’t feel pressured to cover your greys unless you want to. Embrace your natural silver tones and wearing them with confidence. Whether you decide to colour, blend, or celebrate your greys, our stylists can help you choose the best option for you.

How to repair heat damaged hair

Heat styling is a great way to perfect your look but between straighteners, curlers and hair dryers it can play havoc on your hair.

So what does heat damage look like? Heat-damaged hair usually feels:

• Dry or rough

• More prone to breakage

• Frizzy, even after styling

• Dull and lacking shine

• Difficult to hold curls or styles

You might also notice split ends appearing faster than usual. Hair that’s been overheated loses moisture and protein, leaving it weak and thirsty.

What to do next: turn down the heat

Lowering the temperature on your styling tools can make a huge difference. Most hair types don’t need maximum heat settings, despite what your straighteners might suggest!

Instead try:

• Using medium heat instead of high

• Letting hair air-dry partially before blow drying

• Always applying a heat protectant

• Giving your hair a few heat-free days each week

Hydration is everything

Think of damaged hair like a plant that’s been forgotten in the sun — it needs moisture and fast. Time to invest in deep conditioning masks, leave-on conditioners, hair oils and sulphate-free shampoos. A weekly hair mask can work wonders for restoring softness and helping hair feel manageable again.

Regular trims help more than you think

Unfortunately, split ends don’t magically repair themselves. Once hair splits, the damage can travel further up the strand. Regular trims keep your hair looking healthier while helping prevent more breakage.

Even taking off a small amount every 6–8 weeks can make a huge difference to the overall condition of your hair.

Be careful with wet hair

Hair is at its weakest when wet, so now is not the time for aggressive towel drying. Instead use a microfibres towel to gently squeeze out excess water. Using a wide tooth comb can help detangle hair, too.

Healthy hair takes time

There’s no overnight miracle fix, but consistency really works. Treat your hair gently, nourish it properly, and slowly but surely you’ll notice more shine, softness, and strength returning. And remember — sometimes the healthiest thing you can do for your hair is simply giving it a break from the hot tools for a while!

Why your hair turns oily - and what to do it about it now

Here’s the thing: a certain degree of oiliness is not only normal, but necessary. The scalp produces sebum as a protective mechanism, keeping both skin and hair adequately hydrated. The trouble starts when this process tips out of balance, leaving hair looking limp and greasy rather than healthy.

1. Over-washing can backfire
It may seem counterintuitive, but washing your hair too frequently can make oiliness worse. Regular stripping of natural oils prompts the scalp to compensate by producing more sebum, often resulting in the very greasiness one is attempting to avoid.

2. Hair type plays a role
Straighter hair types tend to appear oilier more quickly. Without curls or texture to slow its progress, sebum travels easily down the hair shaft, making it more visible from root to tip.

3. Product choice matters
Not all cleansing routines are created equal. Water alone will not dissolve oil effectively, and relying just on conditioner can allow residue to build. A well-formulated shampoo is essential for properly removing excess sebum and maintaining balance.

4. Lifestyle factors contribute
Heat, humidity, exercise and heavy styling products all encourage oil accumulation. These external influences can turn an otherwise manageable scalp into a persistently greasy one.

The practical approach
Wash regularly—but not excessively—with a suitable shampoo, avoid overloading the hair with product, and tailor your routine to your hair type. In most cases, restraint rather than excess is the key to restoring equilibrium.

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Five hair mistakes to avoid, says the man who created Jennifer Aniston's 'The Rachel' haircut

Even if you don’t recognise his name, you’ve definitely seen Chris McMillan’s work. He’s the celebrity hairstylist behind The Rachel—Jennifer Aniston’s iconic haircut from Friends—and he knows a thing or two about healthy hair.

In a recent TikTok, McMillan didn’t sugar-coat it, saying “winter is the worst for hair.” And honestly? He’s not wrong. Between freezing temperatures outside, dry heated air indoors, and styling hair more often, winter can be tough on both your hair and scalp.

At Pankhurst and Deane we wholeheartedly agree. The colder months put extra stress on hair, but the good news is you don’t need to completely change your routine—just make a few smart adjustments. Here are McMillian’s five common winter hair mistakes - and how to fix them.

1. Taking super hot showers

We get it—nothing feels better in winter than a steaming hot shower. But McMillan calls scalding hot water one of the biggest mistakes for hair health. Hot water strips away the natural oils your scalp needs, leaving hair dry, dull, and more prone to irritation.

Try this instead: Turn the temperature down slightly when washing your hair. Warm water is enough to cleanse without causing damage.

2. Not hydrating enough

Hydration is everything in winter. McMillan describes it as creating a barrier that protects hair from the elements—and that barrier really matters when hair is constantly moving between cold air outside and dry indoor heating.

A lightweight leave-in conditioner, serum or a small amount of oil can go a long way in keeping hair softer and less frizzy.

3. Wearing ‘protective’ styles that pull

Protective styles can help in winter—but only if they’re actually gentle. Tight ponytails, slicked-back buns, or braids that pull at the hairline can create ongoing tension, especially if worn regularly.

If a style feels uncomfortable, causes headaches, or pulls around the edges, it’s probably doing more harm than good.

4. Skipping treatment time

One of McMillan’s favourite tips is “multi-masking.” Basically, if you’re wearing a slicked-back style, turn it into a treatment moment. Apply a conditioning mask, nourishing oil, or deep conditioner, slick it back, and let it work while you go about your day.

It’s an easy way to add moisture without adding extra steps—perfect for winter when hair tends to feel drier than usual.

5. Heat styling without protection (or skipping conditioner altogether)

Heat styling plus dry winter air is a recipe for breakage if hair isn’t protected. McMillan stresses using heat protection every time and not skipping conditioner during the colder months.

Heat protectants help reduce damage and frizz, while regular conditioning keeps hair softer, smoother, and less prone to snapping.

Here’s the thing: Most winter hair damage is fixable. Simple changes—cooling down your showers, keeping hair hydrated, choosing styles that don’t pull, and always using heat protection—can make a noticeable difference.

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Get more volume in your hair by doing these three things

Invest in a volumising shampoo and conditioner 

Volume starts in the shower (or bath) so find a volumising shampoo and conditioner for your hair type and make it part of your haircare routine.

Part-dry your hair upside down

Start off your drying journey with your head flipped upside down - this lifts hair at the root and will rough up your cuticles for maximum volume. When your hair is almost dry, flip back to upright and blow-dry the mid-ends to smooth and soften them.

Don’t put conditioner on roots

Tempting as it might be to slather conditioner all over our heads, this will actually make your hair look flatter! When you clean your hair with shampoo, your cuticles open up looking for nourishment and moisture, but when you whack loads of conditioner on the scalp (a natural oil source) it will make your roots appear heavy and greasy.

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