How to Make Your Hair Grow Faster, According to Hairstylists
Whether you're trying to transition from a short cut or just want a fuller, thicker mane à la Gisele, no one knows what works better than these celebrity hairstylists.
"Vitamins like Biotin, Vitamin E, or a brand called SugarBearHair are miracle workers for making your hair grow," says stylist John Kovacs. "
You can take those gelatin-, dairy-, and gluten-free gummies twice daily."
"Getting into other alternatives such as growth shampoos and products can be a bit tricky, because this is something you would want to consult your doctor and/or hairstylist about," says Kovacs. "
If you see your colourist more than you see your extended family, Kovacs advises taking a break. "Things you would want to avoid doing to your hair while trying to grow it out would be coloring and lightening," he says. "Stay away from harsh chemicals on the hair until you reach your desired length."
Since the average growth amount is about 1/2-inch a month, a healthy diet and exercise are just as important as the right vitamins and care, according to Fugate.
"One of the biggest things that will help your hair grow are trims every 8-10 weeks," says Jennifer Matos, stylist at Rita Hazan Salon in New York City. If you are trying to grow your hair or keep your length, it's important to regularly cut off what's necessary — and dead. The more you go, the less hair you will get cut."
"Be careful when brushing and detangling your strands," advises Fugate. "Don't be too rough with the hair and use a wet brush or a wide-tooth wood comb as the most gentle option to avoid breakage. You should also avoid wire or metal round brushes. Boar is your friend and larger brushes are better, as they create less tension."
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If you're low on time, an easy fix that will cost you nothing is a good old-fashioned scalp massage. This improves the blood circulation to the hair follicles and can be done when you're in the shower shampooing, or bored on your couch binge-watching The Bachelor.
"Just like our skin, it's crucial to moisturise your hair weekly or monthly," recommends Matos. Rita Hazan's Weekly Remedy Treatment is a great product for this since it's a two-step treatment that works immediately repairing hair from the inside out.