When you've had short hair for a while, are suffering with a bad haircut or simply want longer locks, growing out your hair can be a long process that brings out the impatience in even the most patient person. What's more, you can end up with an awkward looking hairstyle until your hair grows out completely. If you don't want to resort to things like hair extensions or growth products to grow your hair out, go the natural route, using things you likely already have around the house.
Step 1
Make an appointment with your hairstylist to get your haircut. If you've made the decision to grow your hair long, your first step should always be a trip to the salon to have all of your dead ends cut off. All of the damaged portions of hair needs to be cut, otherwise the damage could affect how long your hair can grow, notes LongLocks.com. Start fresh, with the healthiest hair possible.
Step 2
Take a daily vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acid supplement. Vitamin E is sometimes prescribed to cancer patients to encourage new hair growth, notes emerging research from the National Cancer Institute. Omega-3 fatty acids can make your new hair growth look shiny and healthy for the best possible results naturally.
Step 3
Swap your regular shampoo and conditioner for a sulfate-free organic shampoo and use 1 tbsp. of olive oil as a natural conditioner to strengthen your hair and make it more manageable. Most shampoos contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) as the sudsing detergent ingredient, but SLS can strip your hair of its natural moisture, leaving it dry and prone to breakage, hindering your effort to grow longer hair.
Step 4
Avoid using heated styling tools on your hair. The heat from the tools can weaken the hair shaft, making it more prone to breakage. A rough hairbrush and blow dryer can also tear your hair out. Instead, air dry when you can, or use braids as a means to getting the waves that you want in your hair.
Step 5
Trim the ends of your hair often, suggests HairFinder.com. While it may sound counterintuitive to those who lust after long locks, the ends of your hair are the first place to sustain damage. Once the ends are damaged, the damage can travel up the cuticle, resulting in frizzy hair that is weak and unmanageable. Once the damage is done, it cannot be reversed. Cutting off the bottom half-inch of hair every six weeks can facilitate healthier, longer hair growth.
Things You'll Need
- Vitamin E capsules
- Olive oil
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