How can you grow your hair longer fast?

Feb 15, 2015

Laura H.

I want to grow my hair longer! But I'm not very patient. Does any one have any tips on how to grow hair faster in natural, healthy ways?

Feb 15, 2015

Hannah K.

Information regarding hair growth -

Genetics and healthiness of hair

Your hair growth rate and type is down to your genetics. There is no way to grow your hair faster apart from keeping it healthy. Hair masks and deep conditioners can keep your hair healthy and making sure you cut off split ends (otherwise they go further up the hair shaft and cause breakage), Cutting off hair which doesn't have split ends to make it grow faster is pointless as your are cutting off hair which could still grow.
Drinking lots of water keeps your hair healthy.
Try to use less heat on your hair as this will dry your hair out. Don't brush your hair when wet as this can lead to breakage. Another factor of breakage is putting your hair in a bun or ponytail too tightly. Instead, try braiding or wrapping your hair into a headscarf or bandana as it is less likely to damage your hair.

Shampoos, conditioners and hair treatments

Shampoos and conditioners that say they mend split ends are a complete con, there is absolutely no ways to mend split ends. Cutting them off is the only option.
Similarly, shampoos and conditioners such as Mane and Tail are not good for human hair as they are not the correct pH level for us. The belief that they make your hair grow faster is a buildup of wax which causes your hair to be heavier. This leads to your believing that your hair is longer. Using Mane and Tail can cause brittleness which can lead to breakage. In the short term, you may think it is good for your hair. In the long term however, it is not.
Also, using sulfate-free shampoos can aid hair growth.

Biotin, Hairfinity and other hair growth pills and vitamins

Biotin and other hair growth pills should not be taken unless you have a Biotin deficiency. This deficiency is diagnosed by a doctor. If you take Biotin when you don't have a deficiency, it can lead to acne, sickness, hospilitisation and even death. A member of Beautylish has had personal experience with this, when a member of her family became ill after taking Biotin. You should be eating enough Biotin-rich foods to not have a deficiency, these include almonds, walnuts, chickens eggs, milk, onions, cucumbers and carrots.
Do NOT take extra vitamins unless diagnosed by a doctor. Otherwise, it can cause another vitamin level in your body to decrease, resulting in the same problems as taking excess Biotin.

Hair thickening or thinning

Your hair type is also genetic. You can make your hair SEEM thicker or thinner (for example having layers put in to increase thickness look). Treatments, shampoos and conditioners which deem to thicken or thin hair are a lie. They can make it appear thicker or thinner, but cannot make it thicker or thinner.

Feb 15, 2015

Alexis C.

There's no miracle product or technique to make hair grow faster as hair growth is based on genetics, however there are things you can do to help promote hair growth.

-use sulphate free shampoos
-use a hair mask at least once a week
-never brush hair when wet
-use as little heat as possible
-use a heat protectant when you do use heat
-get regular trims
-make sure your ponytails/buns aren't too tight
-drink plenty of water and keep yourself healthy as well

Please do NOT take any kinds of pills, including Biotin, Hairfinity, or any other hair, skin, and nail pills, unless you consult a doctor first. Taking supplements without a deficiency can cause serious health problems.

Feb 15, 2015

Kailey L.

This is what I have done, with amazing results. It will NOT make your hair grow faster, as Alexis said, that's not really possible. But these products helped my hair and scalp get healthier so that reduced breakage and the need for frequent trims. I've been using not your mother's leave in conditioner, and a generic keratin leave in conditioner that I got from a beauty supply store. I also take biotin and fish oil, but I was biotin deficient. Definitely check with a doc before starting any supplements! Also, if your hair is thinning, Nioxin is great, but you need a good conditioner because it can be drying.

Feb 15, 2015

Tessandra R.

The girls above me covered it :) You can't make your hair grow any faster than your genetics allow. By doing everything the girls suggested, however, you can make it grow healthy and strong :) Xx

Feb 15, 2015

Samantha C.

Ulta has a shampoo and conditioner that I use an it works it called not your mothers grow long and strong I love it and it's only about 6$ for each and they normally have the sale buy one get the other half off!