split end
noun
1
: an offensive football end who lines up usually several yards to the side of the formation
2
: a hair tip that has become frayed (as from dryness)
—usually used in plural
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Rooted in the same clinical approach as the brand’s cult skincare, the shampoo has a scalp-optimising formula that helps to strengthen hair for less breakage and split ends.
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Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The trio, working in tandem with a blend of 30 essential oils and extracts, comes together to condition hair follicles, relieve dry scalp, smooth split ends, and enhance hair elasticity.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 12 Sep. 2025
Serum is a lightweight cream that's packed with hair-nourishing ingredients that are sure to seal up split ends.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 2 Sep. 2025
It can even be used to smooth split ends, giving you a shiny finish to your hair.
—Amy Schulman, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
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Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The trio, working in tandem with a blend of 30 essential oils and extracts, comes together to condition hair follicles, relieve dry scalp, smooth split ends, and enhance hair elasticity.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 12 Sep. 2025
Serum is a lightweight cream that's packed with hair-nourishing ingredients that are sure to seal up split ends.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 2 Sep. 2025
It can even be used to smooth split ends, giving you a shiny finish to your hair.
—Amy Schulman, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
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“Split end.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/split%20end. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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