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Older ends have a longer history
The ends have experienced more washing, brushing, sunlight and styling than newer growth near the scalp. Over time, cuticle wear can increase roughness and make adjacent fibres catch on one another.
This is one reason tangling often becomes worse at the bottom, even when the roots feel relatively smooth.
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What trimming can and cannot do
A trim removes the portion you cut away; it does not make hair grow faster at the follicle. It can remove split ends and reduce troublesome friction from severely weathered lengths. How much to cut depends on the condition, shape and your goals.
There is no universal calendar that fits every haircut. Some shapes need frequent maintenance, while other clients can wait longer with careful home care.
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Protect the length between appointments
Detangle gently, reduce unnecessary heat, use conditioning that suits your fibre and avoid repeated mechanical stress.
Healthy-looking long hair is usually the result of many small choices, including knowing when an end is no longer worth keeping.
Further reading
Research and technical reference:
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