Growing long hair as a man can be challenging, according to the book "Hair and Hair Care," due to limited styling options as the hair grows. Unlike women, who have barrettes, hair pins, headbands and hair ties at their disposal, men must find other ways to be creative to grow out their hair and still maintain a professional appearance, according to the book "Science of Hair Care."
Step 1
Shampoo your hair three to four times a week with a moisturizing shampoo, which can be purchased at a salon or beauty supply store. According to the book "Hair Care: An Illustrated Dermatologic Handbook," men tend to have dry hair because they produce less natural oil than women, making a quality moisturizing shampoo a necessity. "The Science of Hair Care" notes that it is important for men to avoid washing away the natural oils they do have by limiting hair washing to no more than four times per week.
Step 2
Apply a leave-in conditioner to your hair on days you shampoo your hair. According to "Hair and Hair Care," the leave-in conditioner will strengthen your hair, preventing breakage and encouraging it to remain healthy.
Step 3
Comb your hair daily with a wide-tooth comb. Avoid using a hair brush, as this can cause breakage, according to "The Science of Hair Care."
Step 4
Trim your hair every six to eight weeks. According to "Hair and Hair Care," this will prevent split ends and allow you to style and shape your hair as it grows, maintaining your professional appearance.
Things You'll Need
- Moisturizing shampoo
- Wide-tooth comb
- Leave-in conditioner
References
- "The Science of Hair Care"; Claude Bouillon and John Wilkinson; 2005
- "Hair and Hair Care"; Dale Johnson; 1997
- "Hair Care: An Illustrated Dermatologic Handbook"; Zoe Diana Draelos; 2004
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