Searching the topic, how to promote hair growth, will bring up a lot of different articles and advice. It honestly can get confusing but there are tried and true tips that most likely appear in all of them. Here is an easy to understand lowdown on the most effective and realistic tips how to promote hair growth and hair health. Never again will you need another source to answer the question, “how do I grow my hair longer?”

How to Promote Hair Growth with Your Diet

It’s only right that we list diet first as this is the prime component in not only keeping your tresses healthy but your overall health. Eating hair healthy foods like protein-rich foods, leafy greens, nuts, and citrus fruits will make a significant difference in how your hair grows and replaces itself. Since we lose around 100 hairs a day, it is important that you are getting an appropriate amount of protein. Lentils, seaweed, raw almonds, dark chocolate, and pumpkin seeds are just a few examples of superfoods you can eat to promote hair growth.

Limit Heating Tools

We know you’ve heard this numerous times but we can’t stress enough how the overuse of heat damages hair. If you’re serious about growing long hair and maintaining it then it’s time to hide the heating tools for a while. This means allowing your hair to dry naturally instead of reaching for the hairdryer. For styling try using old-school methods like rollers and experiment with different styles using twists, braids, and buns. We promise, your hair will thank you!

Deep Conditioning

As you know, moisture is the key to healthy hair. One of the best ways of ensuring your hair retains moisture is through regular deep conditioning treatments. We recommend this treatment one to two times per week and you will start to notice a significant positive change in the health of your hair, which means more stable growth. Deep conditioning will help to reduce breakage, split ends, promote elasticity, and restore natural shine.

Bedtime Braid

A great option for taming your hair at night is simply braiding it. It keeps your hair in place so that it’s not creating friction causing tangles, hair loss, dryness, and bedhead. This style also has the added benefit of creating texture so you can go out the next morning looking like you spent hours getting your hair done! Oh, and the more braids, the more waves-and the smaller the braids, the tighter the waves. If you do opt for smaller braids, however, take those braids and put them up in a bun, ponytail, or large braid. How’s that for a night hair hack?!

How to Promote Hair Growth with Frequent Scalp Massages

Try giving your scalp a massage using the pads of your fingers for at least 2 min every time you wash your hair. Massaging your scalp increases blood circulation to the hair follicles. This allows the hair follicle to receive more of the necessary nutrients needed, which in turn promotes hair growth and strengthens your roots.

Use the pads of your finger and massage your scalp using a steady circular motion. Avoid using your fingernails during the massage as this may lead to breakage of hair strands as well as damaging your scalp. Giving your scalp a massage every day doesn’t just feel great but also decreases stress and puts you in a better mood. This method is definitely worth trying!

Tip: Take it to the next level by incorporating your favorite essential oil into the scalp massage.

Sleeping Situation

We often toss and turn during the night and this may cause a lot of hair breakage if you’re using a cotton pillowcase. Cotton pillowcases soak up moisture and cause friction, which affects both your hair and skin. Switching your cotton pillowcase to a satin or silk pillowcase is one of the most important changes you can make in learning how to sleep with long hair. Satin pillowcases reduce friction and maintain the moisture in your hair, preventing hair loss, keeping it frizz-free, and prolonging your hairstyle during your sleep. Say goodbye to bed head!

Eliminate Elastics

After heat, the next worse enemy to your hair may very well be the elastic band. Sure, they are incredibly useful for accomplishing different styles and keeping your hair at bay but try not to make them a go-to hair essential. Elastic bands tangle easily and put added stress on your roots causing hair loss. Instead, stock up on cute scrunchies to hold your hair.

Oils for Growth

Apply an oil treatment such as Morrocan, argan, coconut, grapeseed, or olive oil. This will keep your hair hydrated, moisturized, and less prone to breakage through the day and night. Your hair is sure to be soft, shiny, and smell divine for days afterward. 

Chemical-Free

Stay far away from harsh chemicals such as parabens, sulfates, dyes, fragrance, and alcohol which all are known to dry out and damage hair. Opt for products rich in natural botanicals, vegan, or you can even try DIY hair treatments in the comfort of your own home.

How to Promote Hair Growth with Routine Trims

When you’re going through the motions of trying to grow your hair, the last thing you want to do is trim it. Trimming your hair every couple of months, however, plays a big part of maintaining healthy locks. By trimming the ends you are ridding your hair of any split ends that would otherwise work it’s way up the entire shaft of your hair. It also opens the ends up to be able to better retain nutrients which equals more hair length.

Happy Hairday,

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Estelle’s Secret