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Healthy hair usually grows between 0.25–0.5 in (0.64–1.27 cm) per month. This means that the key to having fast-growing hair is to have healthy hair! Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to keep your locks in great condition, like choosing the right hair products, using the best hair care techniques, and making healthy lifestyle changes.
Here are 15 tips to help get you on your way to fast-growing hair.
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QuestionIs there any way I can increase how fast my hair grows?Jenny Tran is a Hair Stylist and the Founder of JT Hair Lab by Jenny Tran based in the Dallas, Texas metro area. With over seven years of professional hair styling experience, Jenny specializes in hair coloring, haircutting, and hair extensions. JT Hair Lab is an authorized carrier of R+Co and of Milbon and is committed to using products with quality ingredients.
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QuestionCan you grow damaged hair?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Damaged hair is fragile and if the ends or frayed they may continue to split, spreading the damage deeper into the hair. It is very hard to increase length if your hair is already damaged.
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QuestionHow can I stop my hair from getting damaged?Nine Morrison is the owner of WedLocks Bridal Hair & Makeup, the largest bridal beauty company in Colorado. Her work has been featured in Brides Magazine, The Knot, and by Moroccanoil, and her company replicates this standard across 400+ weddings per year. She has been in the beauty industry for over 10 years, and also travels as a beauty educator and business consultant.The best way to prevent damage to your hair is to get regular trims and use professional-grade products, especially shampoo and conditioner.
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Tips
- Try using hair masks that will nourish and revive your hair and help it grow out faster. Hair masks with argan oil, rice water, and keratin are thought to be especially good for hair health.Thanks
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- Use the right brush for your hair type to promote growth and reduce breakage. People with curly or wavy hair should use wide tooth combs, and people with fine hair should use a tighter brush.
- On the night before washing your hair, put castor oil on the roots and ends and leave it overnight. Castor oil may help stregnthen your hair and help it grow faster.
- If have relaxed hair, sleep with a silk bonnet to prevent any tangles or breakage.
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Warnings
- There are many expensive, specialty products available that will claim to be able to help you grow your hair at an unnaturally fast rate. Avoid wasting your time and money on these, and stick to caring for your hair through how you wash and treat it, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.Thanks
- There is no quick fix for growing your hair long very fast. Be consistent with how you care for your hair, and you will eventually see results.Thanks
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To grow your hair out quickly, try massaging your scalp for 3-5 minutes once a day, which will promote blood flow and stimulate hair growth. Also, make sure you're eating a healthy, balanced diet that consists of a wide range of fruits and vegetables since vitamins and minerals will make your hair stronger and easier to grow out. You can also try taking a biotin supplement or eating biotin-rich foods like almonds, eggs, and avocado, which can also speed up hair growth. To learn how to prevent damage while you're growing your hair out, read on!
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