Trying to lengthen or thicken your hair can seem like a never-ending waiting
game. According to the Trichological Society, hair grows at an average pace of
0.5 to 1.7 centimeters per month, or around two to eight inches per year, making
it the fastest-growing tissue in the human body. It can seem like very little
growth, especially while you wait for it to start.
According to the AmericanAcademy of Dermatology Association (AAD), between 50 and 100 hairs fall out
every day. However, if you believe your hair is growing too slowly, there are
some adjustments you may make to your daily haircare routine. You can experiment with using a different hairbrush, reducing how frequently you use your hair drier to minimize damage, or incorporating foods and oils that promote hair growth into your regimen to hasten hair growth.
1) Get trims often
Getting regular cuts is necessary if you want long, healthy hair, which may seem paradoxical. According to Los Angeles-based celebrity hairstylist Michael Dueas, haircuts don't actually speed up hair growth, but they do eliminate split ends. It appears that your hair is growing faster when the breakage is eliminated. Remember that a split end that breaks can cause your hair to lose length in addition to gloss, volume, and smoothness.
2) Eat a healthy diet.
Long, strong hair is influenced by more than just the products you use on it; it is also influenced by the foods you consume. According to dermatologist Francesca Fusco, M.D., you must "feed" the hair from the inside to encourage hair development. Try increasing your protein intake by eating more whole grains, seafood, beans, and nuts, she advises. Even if you're not a big fan of meat, you should still try to eat a lot of protein to promote hair development.
3)Include a vitamin for healthy hair in your morning routine.
A supplement may help you significantly if your diet isn't giving you enough nutrition. Dr. Fusco advises finding a multivitamin that is made and branded "for hair, skin, and nails." "Those have vital vitamins like biotin, C, and B, which help encourage healthy hair." Stefani Sassos, the deputy director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab, offers the following vitamins and minerals to promote better hair:
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin E
- Zinc
- Iron
- Omega-3 fatty acids
4)Wash your hair less and moisturize more.
Your hair's health is affected by how frequently you shampoo it. "Shampooing your hair [just] two to three times a week lets your natural oils to infiltrate your hair, allowing it to moisturize and heal itself," says Ken Paves, a well-known celebrity hairstylist in Los Angeles. Select a shampoo that says "volumizing" or "thickening" for hair that looks thick and full quickly.
5)Avoid using bleach.
Even though light blonde hair is fashionable, transitioning from a darker tint to platinum hair may prevent you from having the longest hair possible. According to Elizabeth Hiserodt, senior colorist at the Cutler Salon in New York City, "bleach damage to the hair's cuticle might result in increased breakage or split ends." "The better your hair will grow, the fewer chemical treatments you'll need."
6)Limit your use of heat styling.
Stop overdoing the hairstyling, advises Paves. He advises lowering the heat if you must use heat and always wearing a heat protectant to avoid harming your hair and causing breakage and frizz.
7)Focus on scalp care and keep showers at a cooler temperature.
Taking a hot shower might dry out your skin and damage your hair. Paves advises lowering the water's temperature when washing and paying special attention to your scalp. While shampooing, massage the area with your fingertips to thoroughly degunk and promote blood flow.
8)Shield hair against deterioration.
Instead, disentangle hair before showering because wet hair is more prone to breaking. "Water exposure swells and strains the hair shaft, causing the shingle-like outer layer to lift, and adding tension from brushing in that state can cause it to break," explains senior chemist Sabina Wizemann of the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab.
If you must untangle damp hair, follow these instructions carefully: Wizemann suggests using a top-rated leave-in conditioner from roots to ends and using a softer wide-tooth comb or detangling brush to lessen friction. Work from the ends up in small sections to avoid damaging hair.
9)Routinely brush your hair.
Even while it may be tempting to skip brushing your hair before bed when you're exhausted, doing so can be beneficial for the general health of your hair and scalp. To keep your hair naturally hydrated, Meri Kate O'Connor, celebrity stylist and colorist at Cooper in West Hollywood, California, advises applying your scalp's oils evenly to your hair using a boar bristle brush. Bonus: By boosting circulation with one little step each night, you can also improve the health of your scalp.
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