Healthy hair usually grows between 0.25–0.5 in (0.64–1.27 cm) per month. This means that the key to having fast-growing hair is to have healthy hair! Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to keep your locks in great condition, like choosing the right hair products, using the best hair care techniques, and making healthy lifestyle changes.

Here are 15 tips to help get you on your way to fast-growing hair.

1

Protect your hair with sulfate-free hair care products.

2

Wash your hair with cold or lukewarm water to prevent breakage.

  1. With this technique, your hair will be healthier and able to grow out more quickly. After you have finished washing your hair with lukewarm water, rinse it out with cold water to close your hair follicles. This reduces your chances of frizz and hair loss.[2]
    • Avoid washing your hair with hot or scorching water. This will strip your hair of moisture, making it more susceptible to falling out.
    • You only need to rinse your hair with cold water for a few seconds.[3]
6

Steer clear of chemical treatments.

  1. Even keratin treatments aren’t a great option for your hair. Although keratin is essential for strong hair, the ingredients and high temperatures involved in chemical treatments tend to do far more damage than good. Chemical treatments tend to thin your hair, making it more susceptible to breakage and loss.[7]
    • Shampoos and conditioners that contain keratin are fine to use, as it’s mainly the process of chemical treatments which is damaging.
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Wash your hair with shampoo 2-3 times per week.

9

Use a deep conditioner once per week.

  1. Deep conditioner helps keep your hair moisturized. Heat up your deep conditioner to 35 °C (95 °F) in the microwave before applying it to your hair. Pay particular attention to the ends of your hair, as this is where the hair is the oldest and most damaged. Leave the deep conditioner in for 15-30 minutes before washing it out.[10]
    • Using a deep conditioner once per week is a good place to begin. If it makes your hair feel weak or limp, try using the deep conditioner once every 2-3 weeks. Alternatively, if your hair still feels dry, try using the deep conditioner twice per week, or even swap your regular conditioner for it.
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Brush your hair daily with a natural boar bristle brush.

  1. Regular brushing helps to stimulate blood flow to your scalp. This means that your strands of hair will be stronger and healthier. Start brushing your hair from the tips to remove the knots, and slowly work your way up. Don’t brush your hair vigorously.[11]
    • Brushing your hair also helps to distribute the natural oils from your scalp and down to the tips. This keeps your hair moisturized and protected, meaning that it will be able to grow longer.
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Get your hair trimmed every 10-12 weeks.

  1. Consistent haircuts help prevent split ends. Trimming your hair regularly can sound counterintuitive; however, this will help your hair to stay healthy and strong, which means that it will grow longer in the long run. Ask your hairdresser to remove around 0.125 in (0.32 cm) at each trim.[12]
    • Waiting longer in between hair trims may mean that split ends form, which could result in your hair breaking higher up than where it would be trimmed anyway.
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Eat foods that are protein- and biotin-rich.

  1. These nutrients can possibly help your hair grow. These include chicken, fish, eggs, and soy products just to name a few. Taking a biotin supplement is also a good way to ensure that you reach the recommended intake of 30 micrograms.[14]
    • Biotin, also known as Vitamin B7 or Vitamin H helps your body to metabolize fats, carbohydrates, and amino acids. These are the building blocks of protein, which may assist your hair follicles in growing hair faster.
    • Eating a diet that is rich in biotin and protein may also help your nails to be stronger and your eyelashes to grow.
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Consume plenty of vitamins and minerals in your diet.

  1. Fruits and veggies help your hair, skin, and nails become healthy and strong. You can also take a daily multivitamin if you are concerned that you aren’t getting enough of each vitamin and mineral.[15]
    • Spinach is a great vegetable to potentially help your hair grow out faster. Spinach is high in protein and vitamins A and C, and each of these helps to moisturize your scalp. Not having enough of these vitamins can make your hair brittle and damaged, which won’t help it to grow quickly.[16]
    • Broccoli is another great vegetable which may help your hair to stay healthy and strong. Broccoli is rich in A, C, and essential B vitamins, which aids your hair in staying moisturized, as well as growing thick and healthy.
    • If you decide to take a daily multivitamin, make sure that it contains vitamins A, C, and E, to reduce your risk of hair damage and loss.[17]
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Drink 2 to 3 L (68 to 101  fl oz) of water daily.

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    Is there any way I can increase how fast my hair grows?
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    Can you grow damaged hair?
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    Damaged hair is fragile and if the ends or frayed they may continue to split, spreading the damage deeper into the hair. It is very hard to increase length if your hair is already damaged.
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    The best way to prevent damage to your hair is to get regular trims and use professional-grade products, especially shampoo and conditioner.
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  • There are many expensive, specialty products available that will claim to be able to help you grow your hair at an unnaturally fast rate. Avoid wasting your time and money on these, and stick to caring for your hair through how you wash and treat it, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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To grow your hair out quickly, try massaging your scalp for 3-5 minutes once a day, which will promote blood flow and stimulate hair growth. Also, make sure you're eating a healthy, balanced diet that consists of a wide range of fruits and vegetables since vitamins and minerals will make your hair stronger and easier to grow out. You can also try taking a biotin supplement or eating biotin-rich foods like almonds, eggs, and avocado, which can also speed up hair growth. To learn how to prevent damage while you're growing your hair out, read on!

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