Top 10 Tips to Boost Hair Growth

Trying to grow long and well-groomed hair can take a long time. After all, despite the fact that hair is the fastest-growing tissue in the human body, it doesn't happen so quickly. According to the Trichological Society (Great Britain), the average growth rate is 0.5 to 1.7 centimeters per month. The website Good Housekeeping advises on how to accelerate hair growth and achieve a well-groomed appearance, reports UNN.

According to the American Academy of Dermatological Association, 50 to 100 hairs fall out a day - this is normal, but if you think that growth has really slowed down, then you can make certain changes to your daily hair care routine. These tips from experts will help accelerate hair growth.

Get a haircut more often

It may seem illogical, but if you want long hair to be truly healthy, you need to trim it regularly.

"Although haircuts do not accelerate hair growth, they get rid of split ends that break the hair, - explains Michael Duenas, a famous hairdresser from Los Angeles, - Eliminating brittleness creates the impression that your hair is growing faster."

Eventually, split ends that break can lead to hair loss, not to mention shine, volume and smoothness.

Follow a proper diet

Having long and strong hair depends not only on what products you apply to your hair, but also on what you put into your body.

"To stimulate hair growth, you need to "feed" your hair from the inside," explains Francesca Fusco, MD, a dermatologist from New York.

Which foods accelerate hair growth? These are foods with a high protein content, which is the building material for hair.

"Try to increase your protein intake with foods such as fish, beans, nuts and whole grains," recommends Fusco.

Protein does not necessarily have to be of animal origin. If you do not eat meat, make sure that your diet contains enough vegetable protein. People who do not get enough protein often experience excessive hair loss.

Add vitamins that are good for hair

If your diet does not provide you with enough nutrients, supplements can make a huge difference. Experts recommend paying attention to complexes designed specifically to improve the condition of hair and nails. They contain biotin, vitamins C and B, which will help maintain hair health.

Hair needs the following vitamins and microelements:

• Vitamin A;
• Vitamin C;
• Vitamin E;
• Zinc;
• Iron;
• Omega-3 fatty acids;

Use less shampoo and moisturize more

How often you wash your hair really affects the health of your hair.

"Shampooing your hair only two or three times a week allows natural oils to penetrate the hair, allowing it to moisturize and repair itself," explains Ken Paves, a famous hairdresser from Los Angeles.

And do not forget to use moisturizers, deep conditioners, hair masks, and, if necessary, detangling products - they will protect your hair from damage.

Give up lightening

Lightening damages the hair cuticle (outer layer), which makes the hair softer and more brittle. Experts believe that the less chemical treatment of hair - the better.

Avoid excessive thermal exposure

Stop styling your hair excessively - experts advise. If you need to use heat - lower the temperature and always use a heat-protective agent - otherwise you risk damaging your hair, which will lead to its brittleness and tangling.

Comb your hair regularly

Combing your hair helps moisturize it naturally, and also improves blood circulation, which will heal the scalp. Do not go to bed without combing your hair. And pay attention to the hairbrush - one of the best options would be a brush with boar bristles.

The shower should be cooler and the scalp should be well-groomed

Keep the shower cooler and focus on scalp care.

A hot shower can dehydrate the skin, and it is also harmful to the hair. Therefore, wash your hair with warm water. And take care of your scalp - massage it while washing, it will help remove dirt and improve blood circulation.

Protect your hair from physical damage

Hair is especially prone to breakage when it is wet, so detangle it before washing. Do not overdo it with combing wet hair - it swells and stretches from the effects of water, the outer layer, similar in structure to tiles, - rises, and the hair becomes more brittle.

If you need to detangle wet hair, do it right: apply a leave-in conditioner from roots to ends and use a softer wide-tooth comb or detangling brush to reduce friction, working from the ends up in small strokes.

Sleep on a silk pillowcase

It is possible to improve the condition of your hair overnight - to do this, you need to change your usual pillowcase to a silk one. Silk helps to avoid tangling and breakage of hair. And the less brittle your hair is - the longer it will be.