Growing long, healthy hair naturally without creams is possible if you follow a routine of hair care to maximize the look of your hair at present while keeping your hair healthy as it continues to grow. According to HairBoutique.com, hair grows about 1/2 inch per month so be patient if your goal is to have your hair grow farther down than your shoulders and always maintain a proper hair-care routine to keep your hair looking healthy.
Step 1
Cut off all of your damaged hair such as those with split ends. Trim your hair often using sharp hair styling scissors to prevent damage from creeping up the end of the hair shaft to the rest of the strand, according to LongLocks.
Step 2
Use either non-peroxide hair color or 100% natural henna if you decide to color your hair, according to LongLocks. Henna can add body to fine hair by giving it a plumper appearance. Use a daily shampoo and conditioner specifically for hair that is color treated and use a leave-in color protectant. Avoid using harsh chemicals such as peroxide to dye your hair.
Step 3
Avoid excessive exposure to chlorine or salt water. LongLocks suggests wearing a long hair swim cap and shampooing your hair after you go swimming to eliminate the chlorine or salt. Use a hat to protect your hair from excessive exposure to the sun when sitting outside.
Step 4
Use soft ponytail holders or scrunchies when styling your hair and avoid using metal barrettes or rubber bands. Avoid hairstyles such as tight braids and coils that put excessive stress on the roots of your hair. Do not use heating appliances such as blow dryers, crimpers, curling irons, flat irons or hot rollers to style your hair. Avoid teasing or back combing your hear because it can tear the cuticles, according to LongLocks.
Step 5
Brush your hair before taking a shower to ensure that your hair is free of knots. Apply shampoo and conditioner to your roots and gently work the shampoo toward the ends of your hair while you carefully smooth any tangles.
Step 6
Rinse your hair in cool water so the cuticle lies flat, making it less likely to break, according to LongLocks.
Step 7
Squeeze sections of your hair with a towel when drying your hair to prevent knotting and damage.
Things You'll Need
- Hair styling scissors
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Long-hair swim cap
- Soft ponytail holders or scrunchies
- Brush
- Towel
- Non-peroxide hair color or 100% natural henna (optional)
- Leave-in color protectant (optional)
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