8 Ways to Grow Your HAIR Faster

Do you want to grow your hair faster?

It's a known fact of life: Girls are always changing their hair. They grow it out for years, just to realize that they want their hair to be short. After a week of short hair, they realize that they miss their long hair and start the cycle all over again. Actually, in today's world of the "Justin Bieber Hairstyle," a lot of guys are even trying to grow their hair faster.

Well, personally, my hair is still recovering up from a bad haircut. It was basically chopped into a mullet and has never fully recovered. Because I want to grow my hair long faster, like you, and I am sick of putting in my extensions every day, I am going to teach you ways that will legitimately help your hair grow faster.

1. Try To Keep Your Hair From Damaging

The first thing you can do to help grow your hair faster is to eliminate sources of damage.
Just so you know, I am the *queen* of damaged hair.
I can't even count how many times I have colored my hair black, just to bleach it back to platinum blonde again, and back and forth.

The last time that I colored my hair platinum blonde, I committed to keeping it that way. I try to go as long as possible in between hair colors to give it time to heal. People ask me all the time how my hair is so healthy, soft and shiny, even though I bleach it. I am constantly reconditioning it in between colors. I really like the It's a 10 Miracle Hair Masque. When I am at home, doing chores, I'll put some conditioner in my hair, put a plastic bag around it, and leave it. Sometimes, I will even sleep with it in my hair. I also try to keep my flat-iron use minimal. If you do flat-iron your hair every day, do use a protectant /conditioning spray, like the HealthySexyHair "Soya Want Flat Hair Flat Iron Spray", which infuses your hair with protein as you use it. I also use protein shampoo/conditioner often. Dumb Blonde by Bedhead is my favorite. Keep in mind that your hair needs more than just protein. I live in Nevada, where there is usually about 0% humidity, so every once in a while I use a Moisturizing Shampoo. My favorite is Bedhead Urban Antidotes Recovery Level 2. You'll never be able to grow your hair faster, if you are creating constant breakage. Okay, now that we understand how vital it is to keep your hair healthy...

2. Trim Your Hair Every 6 Weeks
A lot of people don't think cutting your hair will help it grow faster. And although, it doesn't make it grow faster, it will eliminate split ends, which could lead to shorter hair. The best analogy I have ever heard, is to think of your hair like a piece of rope. When rope starts to fray, you have to burn the piece that is frayed, or else it will continue to fray further up the rope. If you have split ends, and you don't trim them, they may continue to split further up your hair, causing breakage. Breakage means shorter hair. We can't have that if we are trying to grow it out faster.

You don't have to cut a lot of hair off. Just be very sure to express to your hair stylist that you only want to trim the tips of your hair because you are trying to grow it out, and want the split ends cut off. Also be sure to let them know not to cut off more than a quarter/half-inch. The better communication you give to your stylist, the better he/she can understand what you want and deliver it to you.

3. Take Vitamins
You probably always hear that prenatal vitamins make your hair grow faster. I have researched that topic a lot in the past, and it turns out that an abundance of hormones produced while pregnant is what really makes your hair grow, not the prenatal vitamins.

Here is a hair lesson: For normal people, at any given time, 90% of their hair is in the growth phase, while the other 10% is in a resting phase. This is why your hair grows uneven after a haircut. After the resting phase, your hair follicle prepares for the shedding phase. It is normal for anyone to lose about 50-100 hair strands per day.

The increased level of estrogen present in pregnant women causes ALL of your hair to stay in it's growing phase. Therefore, you are not losing any hair (which gives the impression that your hair is growing faster). Hair texture and color have also been noted to change during pregnancy. Now keep in mind, before you rush out to get pregnant, that pregnant women lose a TON of hair after they have a baby. This is because the estrogen level drops back down to normal, and they shed all of the hair that they didn't lose while they were pregnant.

So even if prenatal vitamins are a bust, there are still other vitamins that help your hair grow faster. Vitamins rich in B-complex are known to help your hair grow a great deal. Vitamin B-complex contains biotin, folic acid and insositol which help rotate the growth cycle of your hair quicker than it did before. There is even vitamin B-complex shampoo that is said to help your hair grow faster. It is said that flax-seed oil, vitamin E, and vitamin A all also help grow your hair faster. Personally, I have used the Nioxin Vitamins that are designed for growing hair, and also "hair, skin and nails" pills, and have seen positive effects with both of them.

4. Eliminate factors that impede hair growth
Keep in mind, that every thing you put in your body comes out through your hair. Different types of medications cause different reactions to your hair. Sometimes, medications will cause a color or perm to not take, and also some can make your hair fall out. Your hair will not grow faster if you are constantly losing hair. Common types of medications that cause hair loss are Acne medications, antibiotics, antidepressants, birth control, anti-clotting pills, cholesterol lowering, drugs that suppress the immune system, epilepsy drugs, drugs used in breast cancer, high-blood pressure medications, hormone replacement, mood stabilizers, steroids, weight-loss drugs and thyroid medications. It does depend on what dosage you take and how sensitive you are to them. I don't know much about the health industry, so I would recommend talking to a doctor about what you take.

Now medications are a hard thing to deal with because many of us need our drugs. But another thing to keep in mind is that if you are unhealthy, so is your hair. Eating healthier food, drinking a lot of water, not smoking/drinking alcohol are all factors that play a part in hair growth.
Another big problem is stress. Stress does a number of horrific things to your body but can also trigger hair loss. It's easier said than done sometimes, but try to de-stress if you want your hair to grow faster.

5. Stimulate your scalp
There's an old wives tale that states if you brush your hair 100 times every night before you go to sleep, it will make your hair grow faster. Not only is that not true, but brushing your hair is actually bad for your hair. The bristles get caught in small tangles and usually rip hair out, creating our enemy: breakage. When your hair is wet, you should comb it with a wide-tooth comb to help eliminate breakage.

There is something called "Scientific Brushing" that is said to help grow hair faster though. It is vital that you use a natural bristle brush and remember, you are brushing it against your scalp, not your hair. You brush all around your hairline first, then you brush in 1/2 inch subsections throughout your scalp. When you brush, do a rolling motion. The bristles stimulate and bring blood flow to your scalp, which encourages hair to grow faster. Do this before you shampoo your hair. I would also comb it first to make sure there are no tangles. Scientific brushing can also help with dandruff.

When you shampoo your hair, really massage your scalp. This does the same thing as the scientific brushing. Sometimes, it's even better to shampoo your hair twice so you get a better lather. I would spend a few minutes massaging your scalp. Not only does it help, but it also feels good!

6. Nioxin / Invati
Working in the hair industry, I have heard a ton of good things about Nioxin. In fact, I had one client that specifically told me that it was so weird because hair was growing so much, and she had a lot of new growth. She couldn't figure out why it was growing. I asked her what she used. She said "Nioxin". I told her that Nioxin is formulated to make your hair grow and she didn't even know that. Now she's hooked on it for life. She will buy another bottle before she even runs out, so she never has to go without it. It works by detoxifying your scalp, removing and neutralizing toxins, cleaning out the pores, and reducing scalp inflammation. It also cleanses hormones from the hair follicle that causes male pattern baldness.

It's a controversial topic if Nioxin actually works or not to make hair grow faster. The answer is it works differently on everyone. I've heard people say that they've used it for months upon months and seen no difference. I also know people who swear by it. It is not known if it actually makes your hair grow faster or just stops you from losing hair. Either way, I believe it works, and the fact that it keeps your scalp healthy, can't hurt. I know that the best results are seen when the cleanser, scalp therapy conditioner, and the scalp treatment (which you spray on after you get out of the shower) are all used. I recommend a starter kit like this one. I also know that it takes a few months to start seeing noticeable results. I have heard people say that they think Nioxin dries their hair out, but my own personal experience is that it makes my hair feel very soft and hydrated when I use it.

Yesterday, it was brought to my attention that there is a new product similar to Nioxin, made by Aveda, called Invati. I can't really tell you anything about it, but it is supposed to work well, and Aveda is at trustworthy name, so I would expect it to be good.

7. Eat a lot of protein
I know someone who is getting a gastrointestinal bypass real soon. The doctors instructed her that she needs to eat a lot of protein before, and after the surgery. The doctor told her that all the extra protein will make her hair grow faster. It makes sense, right? Hair is composed of 80% protein. If your body is not getting enough protein, it may not have enough to give your hair follicles, and therefore your hair will grow slower.

8. Rogaine
If all else fails, there is always Rogaine. Rogaine is the only FDA approved, over-the-counter topical medication that is actually proved to make your hair grow faster. Minoxidil is the active ingredient in Rogaine, and exactly how it works is unproven. It was originally a drug used to treat high blood pressure, but it turns out that it works better for growing hair than keeping blood pressure down. A 16 week study showed that 85% of people using it correctly experienced new hair growth. Only mild side-effects have been reported, including scalp irritation and itching. I say its worth a shot!

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Preventing Hair Loss

Though all people naturally lose a certain number of hairs each day, excessive hair loss that leads to bald patches or receding hairlines can cause self-consciousness in young people. Some people find themselves dealing with hair loss due to hormonal imbalances, stress, or a lack of nutrients, and in these cases, the situation can often be remedied through natural means. If you suffer from this problem and want to find safe and organic ways to strengthen your hair follicles, then learn how ingesting foods and supplements that prevent hair shedding can help to restore your confidence in your appearance.

Eating a balanced diet that offers all of the vitamins and minerals needed for optimal health is a good deterrent for premature or excessive hair loss. Some people do not realize that their daily diets are not providing them with enough nutrients, so if you are concerned about a poor diet leading to hair loss, then consult with a nutritionist. Making either small or major adjustments in regard to the foods that you consume is a natural way to be proactive about hair loss. You may also want to take a daily supplement in order to ensure that you're receiving the vitamins and minerals needed to keep your hair healthy.

Some people who wish to prevent hair loss through natural means rather than through prescribed medications have success with using Chinese herbs. One of these herbs, Reishi mushroom, is sometimes used in natural hair tonics to strengthen the hair follicles and reduce the likelihood of hair falling out. Another herb, Polygonum multiflorum, helps to not only prevent hair shedding but also to boost the strength and color of the hair. Gingko biloba, a commonly-used herb due to its antioxidant properties, is another option for people want to slow the hair loss process. All of these Chinese herbs, while natural in composition, may cause side effects and should be taken under the supervision of an alternative medicine practitioner.

Aromatherapy blends, made with plant-derived essential oils such as thyme, cedarwood, and rosemary, work to slow hair loss in some people when they are applied to the scalp as topical solutions. When mixed with a base oil and applied to the scalp on a daily basis, these essential oils can strengthen existing hair and promote additional growth by encouraging blood flow and circulation. If you are inexperienced with combining aromatherapy oils, then seek the advice of an expert or buy a pre-blended topical solution from a health store.

These natural beauty tips for preventing hair loss can guide you toward keeping your scalp and hair healthy in addition to improving your looks

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Best Beauty Tips

These best beauty tips for saving money on beauty supplies will reveal how to save money by substituting items within your home instead of always buying expensive beauty products. You may be surprised at just how much money you can save using our best beauty tips.

Have some Vitamin E around. Vitamin E has multiple uses. For instance, eating foods rich in vitamin E or using soap with vitamin E in it makes your skin softer. You can also use it to keep your nails smooth and your cuticles nice and soft.

BONUS TIP! Avoid caffeine when you are getting serious about your beauty routine. Consuming caffeine can make you jittery, tired, and makes your age more readily apparent.

Some egg for your face can be great for beauty. Eating eggs provides many health benefits. They can enhance your outer beauty, too. You should separate the egg whites from the egg yolks. The general difference between the yolks and the whites is that egg whites are typically used to dry oily skin and egg yolks are normally used to moisturize skin. Once you've made your dish of raw egg whites and egg yolks, you smooth it over your skin. After you let the egg dry on your face, which will take up to 20 minutes, you will rinse it off with warm water. The egg mask will reduce oils from your skin while shrinking your pores.

Maintaining your lashes will enhance the way you look. Try using a curler on your lashes before you apply any mascara. You'll get that terrific curl that turns heads.

BONUS TIP! Actually, UVA rays are strong year-round, so sunscreen should always be applied. You should always do your best to protect your skin from the sun, because you want to avoid getting wrinkles and putting yourself in cancer's path.

It is highly irritating to find small bubbles appearing beneath your polish after you have painted your nails. If you use less polish, you will be less likely to have these bubbles form. Go slowly when you are painting your nails. Completing the job will take a little longer, but it will look a lot better.

If dandruff shampoos don't appeal to you, put some aspirin powder into your shampoo of choice to manage the problem. There are properties in aspirin that can soothe a dry, itchy scalp. This remedy will be more cost-effective than any other on the market, which can save you a lot of money, especially if you are a chronic sufferer.

BONUS TIP! Applying pink lipstick is a little trick used to draw the eyes to the lips instead of any blemishes elsewhere on the face. It is used to diminish the appearance of acne or red, puffy eyes.

It is important to keep all of your makeup pencils sharp. Not only does this make them easier to apply, it also makes sure they are clean for use. A handy trick to help make sharpening of make-up pencils easy is to put them in to the fridge or freezer for around 10 minutes.

BONUS TIP! Make sure you are not accumulating old makeup in your bathroom drawers. Throw away anything that seems off, smells odd, or isn't doing what it should.

If you want to brighten up your skin during the winter, consider a moisturizer or bronzer with warmer undertones. Both pink or gold ones work well. Apply it with a cosmetics sponge on the brows and cheek bones to make your skin glow. You will want to stop there because if you use too much, you will end up looking too shiny or sparkly.

You can pour a little nail polish remover in your favorite nail polish to make it last a bit longer. Shake it, and then use it in the same way you normally would. This tends to lighten up the color a shade, while still leaving the polish thick enough to give you a good coat.

BONUS TIP! A beauty spa can do amazing things for your overall beauty and mental happiness. Most people enjoy the feeling of relaxation and find that their whole body is refreshed.

Improving beauty starts with improving your knowledge on how to take care of yourself which is why our best beauty tips are so important. As you know beauty takes work and preparation. Sometimes it is a matter of knowing a few tricks and techniques, and isn't all about God-given physical features. Learning a few beauty tips can go a long way in improving your looks and should not be discounted.

These best beauty tips should make you feel good. This was quite a bit of information being handed out, but this should help give you an idea of where to begin in developing your own beauty regimen. Be sure to keep this list handy as a reference.

Are you feeling depressed because you do not feel as beautiful as you want to be? Looking for tips and suggestions on how you can transform your looks to become more beautiful. I've been there too and know how you must be feeling. This is what prompted me to create a website devoted to showing you how to be beautiful today. For example read my Beauty Tips For Women To Stay Healthy And Beautiful Through The Ages, these tips by the way are also applicable for females of all ages. Check back often for tips on hair, make-up and much more including recommended products as well. You can be beautiful today and visiting my website is your first step!

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