Tip 1 | Less Heat
This is the most obvious tip and I have cut out heat slowly. If you have to straighten or curl your hair, you can always try heatless methods for these that can be found on Pinterest. Another method you can do is preserving your hair for days after you curl or straighten your hair. You do not need to always put heat on your hair everyday. If you curl your hair, you can put your hair into a bun while you sleep and it will keep the curls and volume for the next day or next two days depending on when you wash it next. Besides using heat, you can always try heatless hair styles. Putting your hair in a braid will create waves and texture in your hair so you will not have to curl it. Also, if you have a job and want to look professional, you can put your hair into a bun instead of using heat. Lastly, try to cut out blow drying as much as possible. I never blow dry my hair anymore because air drying for me is much easier. If you must blow dry your hair, remember to put it on a low heat or a cool setting.
Tip 2 | Use a Deep Conditioner or Hair Mask
This tip is super important, especially if you have damaged or dry hair. Hair masks and deep conditioners can give your hair the extra oils and nutrients that it needs to grow properly. I definitely recommend looking up natural hair mask recipes or buying a deep conditioner ( I use the Tresemme Renewal Hair & Scalp Conditioning Mask) for shiny and luxurious locks.
Tip 3 | Hair Oils and Products
In order to get healthy hair, you need to focus on the products you use on your hair. It's best to use all natural hair products or natural oil-based products such as argan oil. I personally use the Herbal Essences Wild Naturals Illuminating Dry Oil Spray since it is easy to spray on instead of getting your hands filled with oil. I also use products for the ends of my hair such as the Pantene BB Cream for Hair and the Pantene Overnight Miracle Cream.
Tip 4 | Regular Trims
This one is a little obvious, but sometimes needs to be clarified. You do not need to waste money on trims every month or so. You only need to get trims when you have a lot of split ends and you notice the ends of your hair are dying and brittle. Hair typically does not grow when you have many split ends because although hair does grow from the scalp, when it reaches the ends, it breaks off due to brittle ends. I would say get your hair trimmed at least two-four times a year.
Tip 5 | Combing Your Hair Correctly
We comb/brush our hair everyday, but some people are not doing this correctly to maximize hair growth and health. When wet, you should comb your hair (NOT brush) and comb going from the bottom up as this will get knots out without pulling on or breaking your hair at one of its most fragile states. When brushing your hair, you do not need to yank at your hair when there is a knot. You should be gentle and if there is a knot, take the hair in your palm, squeeze just above the knot with your hands, and gently brush.
Tip 6 | Hair Vitamins
The last tip is to consume hair vitamins. The best vitamins for hair growth is Vitamin B3, Vitamin B7, and Vitamin C. This will really help hair growth from within your body and I have noticed a large difference when I use hair vitamins. Personally, I take Nature's Bounty Hair, Skin, and Nails vitamins which contain Biotin (vitamin B7), Vitamin C and E.
I hope these tips helped you out if you're struggling with growing out your hair or poor hair health! xx Kelli
