Hair Growth Tips and Tricks

Funny, that we fuss over the dead so much! Hair are dead cells of the body made up of proteins. Without getting into what hair is made up of, the fact remains that it gives your face a shape. For some, hair is their prized asset. Long, silky, and shiny hair is gorgeous to look at, and it shows the person's determination and commitment in growing them.

However, busy lives don't allow many people to grow their hair long. The day-to-day pollution and an uncompromising schedule, add to unending series of hair problems. Fortunately, all the harm can be reversed by gradually taking more care of your hair.

An average person's hair, grows half-one inch a month. So, by the time your every strand grows up to your shoulder it is two years old. Two years, is a long life lived for a strand of hair. In a span of two years your hair endures brutal brushing, careless combing, unnecessary shampooing, dangerous daily pollution, and unwanted chemical processing.

These painful things damage the hair beyond repair. Remember that hair are dead cells, so let them rest in peace. Treat them like you would treat a delicate handwoven fabric.

Coloring your hair or using styling products really take a toll on the health of your hair. The chemicals used in such products, may make your hair look brilliant at first, but they damage your hair permanently. Only, healthy hair can grow longer and stronger.

Sometimes the most expensive shampoos and conditioners can leave your hair in the worst of the conditions. Thus it's very important that you read the label, before you purchase it, instead of experimenting. Some conditioners, get easily washed out, while others are left in. Reading the label will help you make an informed decision about buying the product.

It's important to maintain a healthy and a proper diet. As mentioned earlier, your hair is mainly made up of protein. Hence, lack of protein in your diet will hamper the growth of your hair. Sticking to a high-protein diet like having a lot of eggs, fish, milk, and yogurt, will gradually improve your hair's health. Soy in dietary intake helps your hair to grow, but it doesn't strengthen the hair.

Hair loss is a very common reason for retardation in hair growth. Hair loss can be treated with adequate hair care. Essential oils of Jojoba, Lavender, Rosemary, Roman Chamomile, and Cedarwood are known to treat hair fall. Regularly, massaging the scalp with any of the essential oil dilutions and leaving it on overnight, will show excellent results in couple of days.

Hair growth supplements also help in speeding up the hair growth process. HairTopia vitamins, vitamin B-complex, vitamin C with bioflavonoids, daily intake of beta carotene, Flaxseed oil are some of the hair growth supplements. However, consult a doctor before you implement these, to avoid any side effects. Avoid caffeine, smoking, foods with high sugar, and regularly trimming your hair.

Eating right, reducing stress, exercising, getting a lot of rest, and loving your hair will ensure that your hair becomes healthier. Basically, healthy living and good hair care are the key to go from going bob to luscious locks!