Some may find it hard to believe but hair splinters are an occupational hazard of hairdressing. Those who don't work in the industry might find the idea of hair splinters hard to believe but the tiniest of hairs can cause a large amount of pain. We spoke to the experts to find out a bit more about why hair splinters hurt so much and what you can do about them.
What are hair splinters and do they go away by themselves?
"A hair splinter is much similar to any other splinter and happens when a hair pierces/penetrates into the skin and will stay there until it’s removed," says Andy Heasman, International Creative Director at RUSH, adding that although a hair splinter can be quite rare, it can be painful and uncomfortable, and can sometimes lead to infection, so it’s important to get it out as quickly as possible. "A hair splinter can generally happen when the hair is pulled or caught in something and pulled out from the head. They can also be more common for those with curly hair which is prone to tangles and knotting," he tells us, and recommends using detangling sprays to avoid them. A detangling spray will keep any knots and tangles at bay, allowing you to glide through hair easily without causing any friction and breakage.
