Problem: These tough financial times mean that visits to the hair salon have to be, um, cut. But split ends don’t care that there’s a recession. And lately your ‘do is looking like a don’t.

Solution: Make your hair cut last longer with these tips from celebrity hairstylist Luke O’Conner: Heating tools like dryers and irons damage your hair—upping the need for touch-up haircuts. To minimize these effects, air dry your hair until it is 85 percent dry before using a blow dryer. Also, try using a shampoo and conditioner formulated to protect hair against heat damage, like Suave Professionals Damage Care. When you’re finished styling, defend the ends with a leave-in products to keep them from fraying. (O’Conner uses Suave Professionals Sleek Anti-Frizz Cream.)