Q&A for How to Have Healthy Hair

Avoid using products with coconut oil. Unlike other oils, it can lead to protein buildup on hair follicles, which causes hair to become drier and more brittle.

Protein, especially when combined with healthy carbs, encourages hair growth. A balanced diet rich in nutrients is also important.

To keep hair healthy long term, avoid chemical treatments as much as possible, use gentle sulfate-free shampoo, and save heat styling for special occasions.

The best way to maximize hair growth is to create the best possible environment for growth; eating a balanced diet, take biotin supplements, and give yourself a daily scalp massage for at least five minutes.

Each person's texture (size of each hair strand) and density (number of hair strands) are genetic. You can't change these factors, but eating a balanced diet, avoiding over-washing (no more than every other day) and giving yourself daily scalp massages will make your hair its thickest and strongest.

Yes, all hair types can achieve healthy hair by following the strategies in this article.

No that's not a bad thing, in fact it's a great idea to prevent tangles while you're sleeping. You can also opt for a bun.

It seems like your hair could use one shampoo per week. Washing too often dulls your hair and strips it of natural oils.

It is better to have healthy hair no matter the length, rather than have long, unhealthy hair. Trims are necessary about every 8 weeks.

A split end is when the end of a hair shaft is split in two. You can tell if you examine the ends of your hair closely.

Moisturize your scalp and hair ends with good quality coconut and almond oil after every swimming session.

Split ends are cause from damaged hair shafts, caused by breakage, heat damage, brushing too much and dryness.

Don't wash your hair every single day, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, and avoid heat or dye, unless used in moderation. Get more help from: How to Get Shiny Hair .

Massage a tablespoon of virgin coconut oil into your hair every two days, and let it work throughout night. Use shampoo in the morning. Be patient and you'll see good results.

Try using a special dandruff or clarifying shampoo. You can also try massaging your scalp with coconut oil, and then washing it out.

The chemicals in your shampoo may dry and damage your hair, though your scalp may be naturally inclined towards grease and dandruff. Try using a natural anti-dandruff shampoo and a natural conditioner.

Hair can fall out for a variety of reasons: stress, chemicals, poor diet, health issues, etc. Try to reduce your stress and take out any processed foods from your diet. Avoid heat-styling your hair, and use a heat protectant spray when you do. Also, try to use shampoos and conditioners that are free of silicons, sulfates, and parabens.

It depends on your hair, but probably about three weeks. If your hair is long, give it a big trim so that there are no dead ends. That will help speed the process.

Yes, when hair is wet it is the most vulnerable, and putting wet hair up can really break or damage it.

Use a towel and make a turban. Keep it on your head for 10 minutes. Afterwards your hair should only be a little damp.

It depends, but you should get a trim whenever you see split ends. Because split ends prevent your hair from growing.

Try to trim your hair often; this will keep the split ends from occurring. The longer you leave split ends unchecked, the further they will creep up the hair shaft, and the more you will have to cut off.

Try to wash your hair every other day, and try some deep conditioners or hair masks to bring it back to life. Try getting your hair trimmed as well. There are vitamins called "SugarBear Hair" that can help with damaged hair.

Don't wash your hair every day. It will adapt and produce less oil. Instead of using a regular shampoo use a shampoo conditioner combo and then still use a conditioner, that way your hair is getting enough moisture.

Put in a bit of argan oil or coconut oil, or a leave-in conditioning product (one that doesn't need to be washed out).

Use sharp scissors specifically designed for hair cutting. In front of the mirror, trim away the bad, faded hair and any split ends.

Coconut, sunflower, almond, jojoba, and sesame seed oils help. Try doing a mixture yourself, or buy a product that contains organic herbal oils and apply it only to your roots. Leave for 2 hours before you take a shower. Do this at least twice a week.

Try some deep conditioning treatment or get some hair essence from a store.

There is a product called Frizz Ease which works very well for this.

Yes. Brushing your hair encourages it to grow. It can also prevent dandruff.