Everything you need to know to grow long, strong, healthy hair.
First and foremost- do not cut it! This may seem like an obvious statement butmany people reach that "in-between" stage ingrowing out a hairstyle and decide a cut or trim is in order only to cut off what little has grown. The only time that you should consider cutting your hair is if there is damage.
Once you've resigned yourself to not cutting your hair and suffering through those shaggy "in-between" days you are half way there!
Its imperative that you realize that hair on an average grows only 6 inches per year. This is an undertaking youll have to be quite committed to. It takes immence patience and dedication. Also know that everyone has a certain length that their hair will grow to. This is determined genetically and cannot be altered.The next important step is to determine the type of hair you have. This is simple to figure out by taking a careful look at your hairs characteristics. Is it brittle or hard to the touch? Do you need to wash excess oils from it everyday?Purchase products geared toward your specific hair type. Make sure to use every product as instructed. Careful treatment of your hair encourages accelerated growth and a healthy appearance.
When towel drying, squeeze hair gently with the towel. Avoid hard and brisk rubbing.When combing out wet hair start from the ends and work your way up. If at all possible wrap your hair in a towel and allow to dry BEFORE combing out. Wet hair is the most delicate and fragile. Allow your hair to air dry as often as possible.
Extensive heat in styling and drying contributes to brittle, damaged hair.Even chemically treated hair can be long, healthy and vibrant with a few precautions.Use only one chemical treatment on your hair at a time. For instance, if you use a color- don't get a permanent wave.Treated hair often requires deeper conditioning. If you use a color use one that is not peroxide based and preferably a product containing henna. Use products made especially for color treated or permed hair.
Avoid swimming in saltwater or chlorine. If this is not possible wear a swim cap or use a deep conditioner. Shampoo your hair as soon as possible after swimming. Try to keep your hair out of the sun as often as you can. Wear hats or scarves often.
Another important factor is to make sure you eat right. Getting the right amount of nutrients ensures that your hair is too!It can also help to take an inexpensive daily multi vitamin. Your hair likes zinc and biotin both of which are contained in multi vitamins.
By following these precautions and treating your hair like a new born baby you should see results in no time.
