Yes, you can get rid of split ends - here's how

Getting rid of split ends isn’t as hard as you think. This is our expert advice for what to do now.

But firstly, what are split ends and what causes them? Split ends are basically when the ends of your hair are brittle and dry, and they look like they are splitting.

What causes split ends? The most common causes are chemical treatments and styling including blow drying, heat styling, perming, bleaching and all types of hair colouring as well as infrequent hair trims. Environmental elements such as the weather can and often do result in split ends, too. But don’t worry as split ends are normal and it doesn’t mean they are your fault.

How to prevent split ends First up, regular trims removes the damaged ends and prevents them from traveling up the hair shaft. Aim for a haircut every 6-8 weeks to prevent split ends. Other things that can help is showering with cooler water than usual, and finishing your shower with a cold blast to seal your cuticle at the end.

When your hair is wet, it’s also at its most vulnerable - it can stretch up to 50% when it’s wet. So put any leave-in conditioners before combing your hair, and try to avoid sleeping with wet hair.

Using a microfibre towel, as opposed to a standard cotton one, straight out of the shower can also help protect hair. This is because microfibre causes less friction on hair especially when it’s fragile. Cutting back on heated styling can also reduce damage.

How to fix split ends When it comes to repairing split ends, treat your hair like you would your skin. So that means use products that add moisture and that are deeply hydrating like a leave-in conditioner or serum.

Three steps to grow out a bob according to the experts

When you're growing out your hair it can feel painstakingly slow, and there's nothing worse than that in between stage when you feel like you're neither one style nor another.

The thing is, there is no single product that will make your hair grow quicker (sorry, we wish there was!). But there are certain things you can do which will get your hair in great condition to help it grow.

Step one: Stop towel drying your hair

If you wrap your hair into a bath towel turban after washing, stop! This causes hair to break and towel rubbing it dry causes even more damage. Instead invest in a microfibre hair wrap like this, which is more gentle on the follicles and also helps to de-frizz at the same time.

Step two: Treat your hair with some TLC

Try and exfoliating shampoo to properly cleanse your hair and strengthen it against breakage. We like this one from L'Oreal Paris. A rich argan-oil based conditioner like this will also keep your locks in good condition.

Step three: Cut your hair every six to eight weeks

We know this sounds scary and counterproductive to someone growing their hair, but regular trims will give your follicles a boost and help with your game-term plan to have long, luscious locks. Book your next appointment by calling us on 01865 553725 or clicking here.

Salon-approved favourites for hydrated hair

Dry and damaged hair? These are our favourite products for hydrating hair, below.

This kitchen staple is the perfect ingredient to make a DIY hair mask

Never know what to do with an over-ripe avocado? Don’t bin it! Instead, use it to make a DIY hair mask that will hydrate and restore dry hair.

Avocados contain natural oils that are super hydrating for dry hair, so using it in a mask is a great way to add shine. It’s also full of vitamins that are nourishing to the scalp and can help hair look healthier.

Avocado hair mask recipe:

1. Mash an avocado until smooth. You can also use a blender to process it.

2. Wet your hair then spread the avocado from your roots to your tips.

3. Leave it in your hair for at least 15 minutes.

4. Shampoo your hair as normal then rinse with cold water.

Winter hair care: five easy tips you can do at home

Cold weather can play havoc with your hair and cause it to be brittle, dry and damaged. The good news? You don’t need a whole new routine or expensive products to keep your hair healthy. Try our simple, budget-friendly tips at home.

1. Turn down the heat
Hot showers and high heat styling can strip moisture from your hair so in the winter try turning the shower down a bit. Using warm (not hot) water and lowering the temperature on your straighteners or curlers when you can will protect hair.

2. Don’t over-wash
Washing your hair too often can dry it and your scalp out even more in the winter. As a general rule, two to three hair washes a week is enough. If your roots get oily, try a little dry shampoo in between.

3. Add moisture with what you already have
If your hair is dry, leave your conditioner on for an extra few minutes in the shower or use it like a mini hair mask once a week.

4. Be gentle when drying
Hair is at its most fragile when wet. Avoid rough towel-drying and instead gently squeeze out excess water instead. If you can, let your hair air dry for a while before using a hairdryer.

5. Protect your hair from the cold
Hats and scarves are great for keeping warm, but they can cause friction and static. Try wearing your hair loosely underneath and avoid tight styles that pull on dry, winter-stressed hair.

A few small changes can make a big difference during the colder months. If your hair still feels dry, flat or unmanageable, pop into the salon — we’re always happy to help you adjust your routine for winter.

Want healthier hair? Avoid doing these five things

We all love a good hair day, but you could be sabotaging how many you have by doing certain normal everyday habits. Here are five common mistakes we see in the salon (and how to fix them).

1. Using the ‘wrong’ brush
Not all brushes are created equal and it’s important to choose one that suits your hair type. Fine, thick, curly or textured hair each need something different. The ‘wrong’ brush can weaken the hair and cause breakage, while the right one helps detangle gently while stimulating the scalp. If brushing feels like a battle, it’s probably time to switch tools.

2. Washing too often… or not often enough
Overwashing can leave your hair and scalp dry, while underwashing can cause product buildup and irritation. For most people, washing around two or three times a week is the best way to keep hair healthy, and fresh.

3. Forgetting about your scalp
Healthy hair starts at the top - your scalp. If your scalp is dry, oily or full of product buildup, it can affect how your hair grows and behaves. Giving your scalp some attention can make a big difference to shine, strength, and overall hair health.

4. Heat styling without protection
We get it — heat tools are part of everyday life. But using them without a heat protectant can seriously damage your hair over time. A good heat protector acts like a barrier, helping prevent dryness, breakage and dullness.

5. Avoiding products altogether
Hair products aren’t the enemy. When used correctly, they protect your hair, add shine and can help maintain your style. The key is using the right products for your hair type — not skipping them entirely.

The good news?
Most hair damage can be improved with a few small changes. Gentler brushing, better washing habits, scalp care and proper heat protection can transform your hair faster than you think.

Not sure what your hair needs? Whether you’re a regular client or visiting us for the first time, we’re always happy to recommend the right tools, products, and routine for your hair.

Five everyday styling habits that could be damaging your hair - and how to avoid them

It’s fun experimenting with different hairstyles but the way you do your hair could have a much bigger impact than you realise. And some everyday styling habits could lead to thinning, bald patches and even long-term damage to hair follicles.

To help you protect your hair and keep it healthy, we’ve broken down five things you could be doing that are damaging your hair - and how to avoid them.

1. Tight ponytails, plaits and slicked back buns

We get it—ponytails and buns are quick, stylish, and perfect for busy days. But when they’re pulled back too tightly, they can put excessive tension on the hairline, leading to breakage and even permanent hair loss.

Styles like high snatched ponytails, tight plaits and ultra-sleek buns all rely on strong tension. If you’ve noticed redness, soreness or even tiny broken hairs around your edges after wearing these looks, it’s time to switch things up.

Loosening your style, changing where the tension sits, and giving your hairline regular breaks can make a big difference in preventing long-term damage.

2. Heavy-hold hairspprays, gels, and ‘slicking’

Using strong-hold gels and hairsprays can help achieve a polished look—but every day usage can make your hair dry, stiff and prone to breakage. Dermatologists warn that brushing or combing hair after applying these products can actually snap the strands.

Slicked-back styles in particular often mean brushing and reshaping the same areas repeatedly, which can cause thinning over time. If you love a sleek look, try alternating with softer styles and using products designed to be gentle on the hair.

3. Sleeping in rollers, clips and headscarves

Nighttime habits matter just as much as daytime ones. Sleeping in large rollers, metal clips, or tightly wrapped headscarves can put hours of pressure on the same parts of your scalp. Over time, this constant strain can irritate the follicles and cause thinning around the edges.

Switching to loose, satin sleep caps or soft scrunchies can help minimise tension while still protecting your style.

4. Aggressive backcombing

Backcombing is great for adding lift and volume—but done too often or too harshly, it can seriously damage your hair.

The teasing process roughens the outer layer of your strands, making them weaker and more prone to snapping. If you usually backcomb the same area (especially the crown), the repeated stress can make your hair look thinner even if the follicles themselves are still healthy.

For safer volume, try gentler techniques like root-lifting sprays, volumising mousses, or a round-brush blowout.

5. Excessive heat at the roots

Straighteners, curlers and hairdryers are staples in most routines—but too much heat, or using it too close to the roots, can weaken the hair and cause breakage.

Using high heat daily, straightening from the root, or blow-drying soaking wet hair on full blast can all contribute to thinning at the crown and hairline. Experts recommend keeping tools on low to medium heat, using heat protectant, and cutting back on daily heat styling where possible.

How to keep your hair strong and healthy

A little redness or a few broken hairs might not seem like a big deal at first, but these early warning signs mean your hair is under stress. The good news? Small changes to your routine can help prevent long-term damage.

Here are some easy ways to protect your hair:

• Loosen tight hairstyles and avoid constant tension

• Give your hairline regular “rest days”

• Choose gentler products and avoid heavy application every day

• Limit heat use and always use heat protectant

• Opt for silk or satin at night to reduce friction

Healthy hair starts with mindful habits—and we’re here to help. If you’re worried about thinning or want personalised advice, book a consultation with one of our stylists.

We’ll help you find styles and routines that keep your hair looking gorgeous while protecting it for the long-run.

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Fine hair ladies - this is our step by step plan to boost volume today

Want to know the best ways to look after fine hair? The endless pursuit of volume can be tricky for those with fine hair, but there are a few tricks you can to do care for it like a pro. Read on to find out how…

Step 1: Invest in a volumising shampoo…

Avoid sulphates - these harsh detergents are found in most shampoos and can weaken hair over time, making it more likely to break and appear thin. A volumising shampoo can help plump up the roots and add nutrients back to depleted strands.

Step 2: …but don't go crazy with the shampoo

Most fine hair clients feel the need to wash every day because they feel greasy, but it makes more sense to limit this to 2-3 times a week. Why? Over-washing the hair can create too much oil, which can give the appearance of flat and lifeless hair.

Step 3: Limit conditioner

Volumising shampoos tend to be quite drying, which can make the scalp overproduce oils. Using a moisturising conditioner can help maintain the balance. Note: only apply conditioner on the middle of hair to the ends, never directly on the scalp.

Step 4: Air-dry hair

Fine hair should be left to air-dry 75 percent before you hit the heat. This is because wet hair is the most vulnerable to stretching and breaking while being pulled. Once almost dry, you can use a hairdryer to finish it off. Dry upside down for extra shape and volume in the roots.

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Four simple tricks to have a good hair day all the time

How do I make my hair look good all the time? If you want a good hair day every day, these are the three things you need to do.

Want to know how to make your hair look good all the time? These are some of our salon-approved tricks for glossy, healthy hair every day. Which one is your favourite?

Tip 1: Use a hydrating shampoo twice a week

Tip 2: Invest in a hair oil

Tip 3: Pick the right product for your hair type

Tip 4: Avoid over-styling your hair

Why is my hair oily?

Why is my hair so oily?

Healthy hair produces a certain amount of sebum, or oil, as a way to hydrate your scalp and protect your hair. And the amount of oil you produce varies depending on your hair type, how often you shower and other lifestyle factors like that.

Sometimes this natural oil can collect on your hair, especially at the root - and this can look greasy or oily.

If this sounds familiar, then we’re here to tell you the causes of oily hair, products that can control oil production, and some home remedies for when your hair looks too greasy.

So what’s the cause?

The oil in your hair is part of your body’s defense system for the sensitive hair of your scalp. This oil mixes with sweat and dirt, coating your scalp and sometimes the top of your head, too. This is actually normal, so don’t panic.

How to fix it

Practicing good hygiene by washing your scalp often with a shampoo cleanses the oil and gives your hair a fresh start. But saying that, some hair types (straight hair for one, sorry guys) are prone to oil build-up and certain lifestyle habits, like exercise, over-use of styling products, and being out in the heat or humidity can add to your bad hair day.

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Cause 1: Over-washing

If your hair is oily or greasy one of the causes could be over-washing.

Every time you wash your hair with shampoo, it sends the scalp the signal to produce more sebum. If you’re washing your hair too often, your scalp gets the message that it needs to be in oil production overdrive.

This can result in oily build-up on your scalp - and the greasy look you’re trying to avoid.

Cause 2: Hair type

Straight hair is especially prone to collecting oil because the hair shaft doesn’t have any texture or wave to it, so oil slides straight down the hair shaft and collects all over your head. It also makes oil in your hair more visible when hair hangs straight down.

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Cause 3: Using the wrong products

Another cause of oily hair is the type of styling products you use. Sebum is a type of oil, which means that simply washing it with water doesn’t break it up.

Rinsing your hair with just water or skipping the shampoo step and using only conditioner can allow oil to build up. While it might not be easy to spot the oil when your hair is drying, it quickly appears oily again only a few hours or so later.

That’s because only certain ingredients, found in most shampoos, can break down the oil that builds up on your hair.