Although the average person grows about half an inch of hair per month, there are many people who feel that their hair isn't growing at its fullest potential. Stress and unhealthy lifestyle choices can stunt hair growth and leave hair dull and dry. Fortunately, hair growth remedies like herbal hair rinses, scalp massages and a hair-nourishing diet can help encourage those tresses to grow at their maximum genetic rate.
Herbal Hair Rinses
Rinsing the hair with herbal tea after shampooing gives a boost of shine and softness. According to the website Daily Glow, herbal rinses stimulate the hair and scalp, helping to maximize your hair's growth potential. Simply brew a cup of your favorite herbal tea and let it cool to a comfortable temperature. Tilt your head over a sink or shower and pour the tea rinse throughout your hair. The tea can be rinsed away with lukewarm water if desired, or you can just towel blot the hair without rinsing the tea out. Practically any herbal tea can be used for the hair rinse but some of the more commonly used herbs are sage, lavender, rosemary and chamomile.
Scalp Massages
The website Daily Glow reports that massaging the scalp is an effective way to stimulate the scalp and hair follicles. Scalp massages improve blood circulation, which aids in nutrient transportation to the hair follicles. When the hair follicles are properly nourished, your hair is able to reach its maximum genetic growth potential. Beginning at the temples, use the pads of your fingers to trace small circular motions over your scalp. Slowly work your way toward the nape of the neck. Scalp massages don't need to be forceful, so be careful with how much pressure you're using. If the scalp massage is uncomfortable, try reducing the pressure and adding a light oil on your scalp for added comfort.
Nutrition for Healthy Hair
Increasing blood circulation to the scalp definitely works best if your blood is carrying nutrients that support hair health and growth, which is why feeding your body nutritious foods is the best way to aid in hair growth. According to the website 1st Holistic, the easiest way to give your hair the nutrition it needs to grow to its fullest potential is to increase the amounts of proteins and vitamins A, B and E in your diet. Protein can come from plant-based sources like lentils, or animal-based sources like eggs. Green, leafy vegetables are rich in vitamins A, B and E.
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