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Have you always dreamed of long, billowing hair? Following these tips will help you to keep it strong and healthy, which enables it to grow fast and long. | Have you always dreamed of long, billowing hair? Following these tips will help you to keep it strong and healthy, which enables it to grow fast and long. | ||
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#Use chemical-free shampoo and conditioner. Long hair starts with good hair care, and good hair care starts with using the right shampoo and conditioner. It's important to use products that increase the strength of your hair. | #Use chemical-free shampoo and conditioner. Long hair starts with good hair care, and good hair care starts with using the right shampoo and conditioner. It's important to use products that increase the strength of your hair. | ||
#*Avoid sulfates. Many shampoos contain chemicals called sulfates that are bad for your hair. These harsh chemicals make your hair weak and brittle, causing breakage which will keep you from growing those long, beautiful locks. Use shampoos labeled as being paraben and sulfate free, and avoid shampoos with SLS (sodium laurel sulfate) listed in the ingredients. | #*Avoid sulfates. Many shampoos contain chemicals called sulfates that are bad for your hair. These harsh chemicals make your hair weak and brittle, causing breakage which will keep you from growing those long, beautiful locks. Use shampoos labeled as being paraben and sulfate free, and avoid shampoos with SLS (sodium laurel sulfate) listed in the ingredients. | ||
| − | #*There is an increasingly popular movement to use no shampoo at all, as your body naturally regulates hair oils.<ref>http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/05/17/hair-washing_n_862854.html</ref> | + | #*There is an increasingly popular movement to use no shampoo at all, as your body naturally regulates hair oils.<ref name="rf11113">http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/05/17/hair-washing_n_862854.html</ref> |
#*Use appropriate conditioners. Be sure your conditioner is free of silicones, which build up in your hair and cause damage over time. Condition only the longer parts of your hair, as the oils in conditioner can block hair follicles and slow the growing process. | #*Use appropriate conditioners. Be sure your conditioner is free of silicones, which build up in your hair and cause damage over time. Condition only the longer parts of your hair, as the oils in conditioner can block hair follicles and slow the growing process. | ||
| − | #Wash your hair less often. Over-washing your hair can make it fragile and prone to breaking. Most dermatologists and stylists agree that washing every day is unnecessary. Three or four times a week should be enough for most people, though some people might have to wash their hair everyday if their hair gets greasy easily.<ref>http://www.webmd.com/beauty/shampoo/how-often-wash-hair</ref> | + | #Wash your hair less often. Over-washing your hair can make it fragile and prone to breaking. Most dermatologists and stylists agree that washing every day is unnecessary. Three or four times a week should be enough for most people, though some people might have to wash their hair everyday if their hair gets greasy easily.<ref name="rf11114">http://www.webmd.com/beauty/shampoo/how-often-wash-hair</ref> |
#Wash your hair in cold water. Washing in hot, steamy water damages the hair shaft, leading to hair that is brittle and prone to breakage. To keep it shiny and healthy, wash your hair in the coldest water you can stand. | #Wash your hair in cold water. Washing in hot, steamy water damages the hair shaft, leading to hair that is brittle and prone to breakage. To keep it shiny and healthy, wash your hair in the coldest water you can stand. | ||
#Brush and comb your hair gently. Brushing, combing and the tools used to do this play a significant part in the health of your hair. Many people over-brush or use the wrong tools. While tangles and styling are a concern, be careful not to brush and comb too often. Using appropriate methods and tools will keep your hair strong. | #Brush and comb your hair gently. Brushing, combing and the tools used to do this play a significant part in the health of your hair. Many people over-brush or use the wrong tools. While tangles and styling are a concern, be careful not to brush and comb too often. Using appropriate methods and tools will keep your hair strong. | ||
#*Brush hair only when it is needed, either to combat tangles or for styling purposes. Over-brushing and vigorous brushing can damage or pull out hair. Do not brush it when it is wet, either. Instead, comb it using a wide-toothed comb. | #*Brush hair only when it is needed, either to combat tangles or for styling purposes. Over-brushing and vigorous brushing can damage or pull out hair. Do not brush it when it is wet, either. Instead, comb it using a wide-toothed comb. | ||
| − | #*Combs and brushes serve different purposes. Use them correctly. Combs are for wet hair and removing knots, as well as parting hair and distributing styling products. Brushes are for distributing hair’s natural oils, styling and using with a blow dryer.<ref>http://www.thehairstyler.com/features/articles/hair-care/hairstyling-tools-brush-vs-comb</ref> For example, using a comb to remove tangles allows you to more carefully tease the knot apart without breaking the hair. Brushes do not allow for this kind of finesse. | + | #*Combs and brushes serve different purposes. Use them correctly. Combs are for wet hair and removing knots, as well as parting hair and distributing styling products. Brushes are for distributing hair’s natural oils, styling and using with a blow dryer.<ref name="rf11115">http://www.thehairstyler.com/features/articles/hair-care/hairstyling-tools-brush-vs-comb</ref> For example, using a comb to remove tangles allows you to more carefully tease the knot apart without breaking the hair. Brushes do not allow for this kind of finesse. |
| − | #*Use the right kind of brush. Don’t use plastic brushes, as these can be harsh on your scalp and create split ends. Instead, opt for a brush with soft, natural bristles. Boar-hair brushes are particularly recommended. Stiff bristled brushes are best for very thick and curly hair, which cannot be managed with a soft bristled brush.<ref>http://magazine.foxnews.com/style-beauty/long-locks-express-making-your-hair-grow</ref> | + | #*Use the right kind of brush. Don’t use plastic brushes, as these can be harsh on your scalp and create split ends. Instead, opt for a brush with soft, natural bristles. Boar-hair brushes are particularly recommended. Stiff bristled brushes are best for very thick and curly hair, which cannot be managed with a soft bristled brush.<ref name="rf11116">http://magazine.foxnews.com/style-beauty/long-locks-express-making-your-hair-grow</ref> |
===Using Healthy Styling Techniques=== | ===Using Healthy Styling Techniques=== | ||
#Minimize your use of heating tools. These are very harsh on your hair and should not be used too often. Products such as hair serum should always be used when applying heat, in order to protect your hair. Be sure that you also do not have the heat setting too high. Try to use things like blow dryers on their lowest setting. | #Minimize your use of heating tools. These are very harsh on your hair and should not be used too often. Products such as hair serum should always be used when applying heat, in order to protect your hair. Be sure that you also do not have the heat setting too high. Try to use things like blow dryers on their lowest setting. | ||
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===Building Stronger Hair=== | ===Building Stronger Hair=== | ||
#Stimulate your scalp. Stimulating your scalp with massages, pinching, or brushing with a soft bristle brush can promote hair growth. This increases blood flow to the hair follicles, which brings needed nutrients to your hair. This can also help to reduce headaches brought on by the too-tight hairstyles mentioned above. | #Stimulate your scalp. Stimulating your scalp with massages, pinching, or brushing with a soft bristle brush can promote hair growth. This increases blood flow to the hair follicles, which brings needed nutrients to your hair. This can also help to reduce headaches brought on by the too-tight hairstyles mentioned above. | ||
| − | #Eat healthy. Eating healthy will have a huge impact on hair growth. Your diet affects the nutrients in your body and those nutrients are used to build new hair. If you do not have the proper nutrients, your body cannot build hair as quickly or as strongly. Eat a proper diet with the correct nutrients to promote hair growth.<ref>http://www.webmd.com/beauty/hair-styling/top-10-foods-for-healthy-hair</ref> | + | #Eat healthy. Eating healthy will have a huge impact on hair growth. Your diet affects the nutrients in your body and those nutrients are used to build new hair. If you do not have the proper nutrients, your body cannot build hair as quickly or as strongly. Eat a proper diet with the correct nutrients to promote hair growth.<ref name="rf3677">http://www.webmd.com/beauty/hair-styling/top-10-foods-for-healthy-hair</ref> |
#*Protein: Hair is made mainly of proteins, so your body cannot build good strong hair if it does not have enough. Make sure you are getting complete proteins, either by eating meat, soy products, or multiple alternative sources of protein. Beans, seeds, nuts, milk, and seaweed are good alternative sources of protein but must be eaten in combination to produce a complete protein. | #*Protein: Hair is made mainly of proteins, so your body cannot build good strong hair if it does not have enough. Make sure you are getting complete proteins, either by eating meat, soy products, or multiple alternative sources of protein. Beans, seeds, nuts, milk, and seaweed are good alternative sources of protein but must be eaten in combination to produce a complete protein. | ||
#*Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Your body needs these to produce hair. Hair is made up of 3% fatty acids such as these. However, your body can’t produce these on it’s own so you need to be sure that your diet includes these. Fish (such as salmon) and nuts (such as walnuts) are an excellent source of these healthy fats, as well as protein. | #*Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Your body needs these to produce hair. Hair is made up of 3% fatty acids such as these. However, your body can’t produce these on it’s own so you need to be sure that your diet includes these. Fish (such as salmon) and nuts (such as walnuts) are an excellent source of these healthy fats, as well as protein. | ||
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#*Let your hair sit for 20 to 30 minutes, then wash thoroughly and air dry. | #*Let your hair sit for 20 to 30 minutes, then wash thoroughly and air dry. | ||
#Drink water. Drinking water will promote healthier scalp and healthier hair. When your body doesn't get enough water, it begins to dry out. The skin and hair are the first and most noticeable areas of dryness from dehydration. Drinking eight glasses of water, eight ounces each, is the amount generally recommended but each person is different. | #Drink water. Drinking water will promote healthier scalp and healthier hair. When your body doesn't get enough water, it begins to dry out. The skin and hair are the first and most noticeable areas of dryness from dehydration. Drinking eight glasses of water, eight ounces each, is the amount generally recommended but each person is different. | ||
| − | #Get plenty of sleep. Regular sleep cycles help your body regulate melatonin and cortisol levels, both of which affect hair growth. Also, sleep is necessary to maintaining your body in general and when your body doesn't get enough, it begins to shut down side processes like hair production. Each person is different in how much sleep they need, so be sure to get the right amount for your body.<ref>http://www.hairboutique.com/blogs_p/index.php/2009/05/07/healthy-hair-needs-good-nights-sleep/</ref> | + | #Get plenty of sleep. Regular sleep cycles help your body regulate melatonin and cortisol levels, both of which affect hair growth. Also, sleep is necessary to maintaining your body in general and when your body doesn't get enough, it begins to shut down side processes like hair production. Each person is different in how much sleep they need, so be sure to get the right amount for your body.<ref name="rf11117">http://www.hairboutique.com/blogs_p/index.php/2009/05/07/healthy-hair-needs-good-nights-sleep/</ref> |
===Making an At-Home Hair Mask === | ===Making an At-Home Hair Mask === | ||
