Will My Relaxed Hair Grow If I Have Split Ends?

Realxed hair can suffer from split ends.

Hair Grows from the Root

Healthy hair is produced by hair follicles located in the scalp when there are sufficient levels of vitamins and nutrients in the body, regardless of the damage found on the ends of the hair. Although trimming split ends can improve the appearance of the hair, it does not affect the growth cycle in any way.

Processed Hair Takes Longer To Grow

Chemical relaxing strips the hair of vital nutrients and results in breakage and dryness--two factors that will make it hard for hair to grow long and healthy. To reduce unnecessary damage to your hair, deep condition it weekly and only relax your hair 80 percent to 85 percent straight.

Bottom Line

Trimming split ends will make the hair look and feel healthier, but has little effect on its growth. Marilyn Sherlock, chairwoman of the Institute of Trichologists says, "It's ever so boring, but the reality is that a well-balanced diet actually produces good hair and most people don't like to hear us say that, but its true."

References

• Harley Street Hair Clinic: Hair Growth Cycle
• Black Voices: Top Five Ways To Acheive Healthy Relaxed Hair
• Video Jug: Hair Facts