After a failed haircut or simply because you are missing your lengths, the time it takes for your hair to grow back can seem long. To speed up this process, there are some natural tips. They all revolve around care, because healthy hair is hair that is well nourished and therefore can grow in the best possible way. Here are 6 tips to find your dream hair faster.
How much does hair grow per month?
“Our hair grows approximately 0.3 to 0.5 millimeters per day, approximately 1.5 centimeters per month and 12 centimeters per year.can we read the website of the cosmetic brand Nivea***.
“It should be kept in mind, however, that hair growth varies from person to person, and rapid results are not always guaranteed. Patience and constant care are essential to achieve optimal results,” explains Rémi Billaud, training director at Franck Provost.
How to make your hair grow faster naturally?
Brushing, care, cutting: what promotes hair regrowth?
Brushing is a crucial step in a hair routine, which is why your accessory must be chosen carefully. To promote hair growth, it is advisable to opt for a boar bristle brush. For what ? Its natural fiber bristles respect the hair and allow good distribution of sebum on it. The action of brushing stimulates blood circulation in the scalp: it is this phenomenon which encourages growth.
“Use hair products appropriate for your hair and scalp type and avoid excessive heat from styling appliances. Regular care, such as nourishing hair masks, can also promote healthy growth“, explains Rémi Billaud. He also underlines the importance “regular cuts, which eliminate split ends and encourage growth by preventing breakage“.
Eat a diet rich in vitamins, proteins and good fats
Some of the nutrients we ingest end up in the hair. In addition to being essential for good health, a healthy diet helps make skin and hair more beautiful. The latter needs several nutritional elements to be at its best.
“Make sure you eat a balanced diet that includes protein, vitamins and essential minerals such as biotin, zinc and iron, which are linked to hair health“, explains Rémi Billaud. Before recalling the importance of “stay well hydrated by drinking enough water, as hydration is essential for overall hair health“.
Another important element:you need to provide good fats, as for the skin in general. Vegetable oils, especially olive oil, but also oilseeds, such as cashew nuts, contain very good fats. This is also the case for fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines, herring)“, specifies Dr Dima Haidar, dermatologist.
She also advises focusing on a good fiber intake and avoiding consuming fast sugars as well as so-called inflammatory foods such as “raw cow’s milk, to which we will prefer goat’s milk, which is less pro-inflammatory”. The doctor in turn recalls the importance of “food rich in protein and vitamin B, the most important for growth“.
Massage your scalp for faster hair regrowth
A head massage is a moment of relaxation where you relax, but not only that! Good gestures also help stimulate blood circulation in the scalp, therefore leading to faster hair growth.
“This will improve microcirculation in the scalp, so the tissues are better oxygenated and nourished. You can do it 2-3 times a week, with the tips of your fingers or a specific brush.“, explains Dr. Haidar.
If you use your fingertips, apply a little pressure and make circular movements. Be careful not to rub your scalp as this risks damaging it. In the shower or on dry hair, you can do this 2-minute massage at any time of the day.
Natural products to grow hair: rely on the right oils to accelerate growth
For hair to grow faster, it must be strong and healthy. You can rely on treatments based on vegetable oils. “Certain oils are particularly interesting for growth. This is the case for castor oil as well as rosemary oil.“, specifies Dr Dima Haidar.
Using food supplements for faster hair growth
In addition to a balanced diet, you can take a course of food supplements dedicated to well-being and hair growth. The flagship product in this category is often brewer’s yeast, a source of vitamins and minerals essential for hair to grow. You can get it in powder or capsule form.
“You can supplement yourself but be careful, everything depends on the cause of the hair loss, you must consult if it is significant“, specifies Dr. Haidar. “The supplement only compensates for a small deficiency“. She reminds us not to multiply supplements without being aware of the recommended daily intake and to always seek medical advice in advance to avoid risking overdose. “Often these products contain vitamin D, B, zinc, selenium and iron“, she specifies. As an example, she cites the references of NhCo laboratories with the Effluvium cure, but also Forcapil from Arkopharma, Silettum from Jaldes laboratories, or even Anacaps expert from Ducray, which help to stimulate shoot.
A little sun to speed up hair growth
“The sun can be beneficial. Sometimes, it is good to go out and get some natural UV exposure when the index is not too high and the sun is not too strong to stimulate growth.“, specifies Dr Haidar.
*Thanks to Dr Dima Haidar, dermatologist.
**Thanks to Rémi Billaud, training director at Franck Provost.
*** “Make your hair grow faster”, Nivea.