SCALP MASSAGING
As odd as it may sound,
scalp massages are proven to aid hair growth as the gentle movement stimulates
hair follicles, thus promoting hair growth. Don’t worry, you don’t have to
worry about finding the time or money to
go to your local salon or body massagers every day to do this, it’s something
you can do at home. Just take a few minutes every day to massage your own scalp
and you’ll soon be seeing results. Or why not ask your other half to help you?
I love sitting on the floor in front of my husband while he massages my head
and then brushes my hair, its pure bliss!
REDUCE USING PONYTAILS hair strands
While beautifying your hair
in ponytails may look good it’s not helpful when it comes to growing your hair.
Pulling all your hair back like that puts strain on your hair and causes damage
to the strands. Instead of wearing your hair up constantly only do it in
moderation and don’t tie it back too sternly or tighter either. Perhaps loop
your hair band around only twice instead of thrice, thus relieving some
pressure. If you have to wear your hair back for work try experimenting with
some different styles like side plaits and using hair grips.
DON’T BRUSH YOUR HAIR
EXCESSIVELY
While brushing your hair
every time you step in front of a mirror may make it look good for a time it’s
actually damaging your hair. It’s pulling at your hairs, putting strain on them
and causing them to break over time. Instead, try to stick to brushing your
hair just once or twice a day (when you wake up and before you got to bed),
three at absolute most. Otherwise you’ll find your hairbrush clogged with hairs
and your beautiful hair becoming thinner by the day.
USING COCONUT OIL
Coconut oil is fantastic for
helping to moisturize your hair, especially right after drying it if you’re
still using heat. Once you’ve dried your hair or let it dry naturally, simply
put a small dab of coconut oil on your hands, rub them together and then rub it
through your hair, combing afterwards. Try to focus on applying it to your ends
and the lower midsection for the best results. Don’t apply it to the roots,
especially if you’ve just washed your hair, as this may cause it to become
oily. This really seals in the moisture to keep your hair happy and growing
strong. You can also use coconut oil as a hair mask and wash it out in a warm
shower if you think your hair needs a little extra Tender Loving Care too.
Using Coconut oil after drying gets the best results however. This is because
since you’re not washing the coconut oil out it has time to really soak into
your hair so it can work its magic.
REDUCE YOUR SUGAR INTAKES
Sugar is one of the worst
things you can eat when it comes to having healthy hair. This is because it
breaks down collagen at alarming rates, thus not preserving protein (what your
hair is made up of) so your hair becomes brittle, dry, and frayed. As if this
wasn’t bad enough, sugar consumption can also increase acne, cause weight gain,
and make you unhealthy overall. I’m not saying cut sugar out of your diet
completely because we do need a little bit but maybe just don’t stir extra into
your cups of tea or pour it over your cereal.
USE ESSENTIAL OILS
To help your hair grow why
not mix your own essential oil mixture? My personal favourite is made with
three drops of lavender oil, three drops of rosemary oil, and two drops each of
thyme oil and cedar wood oil, along with some jojoba oil. All of this should be
applied to your hair and left for half an hour before you wash it out. When
your hair is dry again it will be left looking and feeling incredible.
POTATO HAIR MASKS
Believe it or not, potatoes
can be used to create an amazing hair mask. All you have to do is mulch up 3
potatoes, add in one egg yolk and some honey and then apply the thick mixture
to your hair. Simply let it sit for a while before washing it all out with warm
water and then you’re set. This is great for adding nutrition to your hair and
locking in moisture, plus the egg whites add protein too.
USING ONION WATER
I know, you’re sitting there
reading this and thinking ‘she’s lost it’, right? Well, no actually, this is
one of the methods on this list which I’ve tried, tested, and loved. Onions are
my favourite ingredient when it comes to cooking but it turns out they’re
awesome for promoting lush hair too. All you have to do is boil some onions in
a pan and then rinse your hair through with the water when you’re done. Easy,right?
This will help your hair grow thicker and fuller, oh, and don’t worry about the
potential lingering smell. If you ring your hair through thoroughly with warm
water afterward there will be no smell to speak of.
DON’T BRUSH WET HAIRS
I’m a horrible culprit of
this but after reading some shocking articles I don’t think I will be any
longer. It turns out that brushing your hair when wet is terribly damaging and
destroys your hair. You’re better to wait until your hair is dry before trying
to style it with a brush. If you must brush out your hair when it’s wet, reach
for a comb instead as this won’t do anywhere near as much damage. Seriously,
it’s horrifying what brushing wet hair can do. No wonder my hair grows so slow,
I’ve been doing it after every shower for as long as I can remember
AVOID SILICON BASED HAIR
PRODUCTS
While silicone based hair
products may leave your hair looking healthier for a time, they actually damage
your hair in the long run. They seal over hair follies and block out moisture,
thus wrecking your hair. This is true of even the most expensive silicone based
product so I advise that you stay away from them as much as possible.
USE NATURAL HAIR PRODUCTS
Instead of using silicone
based products use natural hair products instead. Organic hair products are by
far the best as they’re not putting anything unnatural onto your hair. When all
is said and done, it’s best to go back to your roots (see what I did there?)
and go natural. Always read the labels to see what you’re buying before
applying it to you precious hair.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR WASH
Mix some
apple cider vinegar with some water and then use the mix to rinse your hair
after you’ve shampooed it. While it may sound like an odd mix it’s great for
stimulating hair growth and engaging hair follicles. Don’t worry about it
leaving a strong vinegary smell either, apple cider vinegar won’t leave you smelling
like a bag of chips.
NEVER CONDITION YOUR SCALP
Unless you’re going for a deep cleanse treatment, never, ever
condition your scalp. Shampooing it is essential but conditioning it is a big
no, no. It can lead to frizzy hairs, dandruff, oily hair, limp hair, you name
it. For a time I always conditioned my scalp until suddenly after every wash I
was stepping out the shower with gross, greasy hair. This is because I over
conditioned. Now I only condition from half way down my hair, and even then I
only do it twice a week maximum. It may not be what you’re used to but trust
me, it works. My hair has never looked better.
PROTECT YOUR HAIR WITH PALM OIL
When you’re on vacation chances are your hair is going to be
exposed to a lot of harsh sunlight so you should protect your hair with palm
oil. When on vacation, apply palm oil daily (or whenever you’re going to have a
shower). Simply run it through your hair but not the scalp, let it set for
about ten minutes, then wash it off and shampoo your hair as you normally
would. This will protect your hair from sun, salt, and chlorine water which
would otherwise make your hair dull, dry, brittle, therefore stopping it from
growing long.
EAT WELL
You are what you eat is definitely true so if you want
healthy hair that has the potential to grow long and strong then you need to
eat healthily to do so. Make sure you eat plenty of fruit and veg, as well as
the other foods I’ve mentioned on this list, and avoid processed and fast foods
as much as possible. Don’t binge too much on sweets or else you’ll intake too
much sugar too. A simple, balanced diet is key when it comes to growing lovely,
long, luscious hair. Trust me, I love all the foods that are bad for me but
since I’ve been following this tip my hair and body has never looked better.
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