Have you been focused on growing your hair long for a while now, only to see minimal growth and dull, lackluster hair? There are several reasons why your hair may stop growing, and it’s important to see a medical professional to rule out nutrient deficiencies first. However, once you’ve ruled that out, there are simple haircare and styling adjustments you can make to improve the growth rate of your hair—check out these simple, effective tips.
Breakage Is Slowing Your Hair Down
Are you brushing your hair daily or raking your fingers through it regularly? Hair breakage can slow down hair growth and lead to an overall dull, frizzy texture. Take great care when brushing or detangling your hair, some people find it easier to do when wet but you do need to be aware that this is when hair is at its stretchiest and most flexible. Invest in a detangling brush and always start from the ends of your hair before moving towards the roots.
You’re Not Washing It Enough
It’s true that washing hair too much can cause it to become dry and brittle, but this doesn’t mean you should retire your shampoo bottle entirely. Cleansing your scalp helps to rid the skin of any buildup and oils that might be clogging hair follicles, and this is essential if you want to encourage healthy growth. If you’re currently using silicone-free shampoo, consider swapping in one with silicones once or twice a month for a deep clean.
You’re Feeling Stressed
Hair growth is one of the first things our bodies will pause or slow down if our whole system is feeling under stress. Check in with your own mental health, are there things worrying you at work or home that might be increasing your cortisol? Practice meditation or yoga to try and bring those cortisol levels down, and you should see a gradual improvement in the rate of your hair growth.