tips for maxium hair growth

Simple rules to remember:


Take Hair Growing Supplements or vitamins, Eat right, exercise, reduce stress, gets lots of sleep and you are well on your way to maximizing your own personal hair growth potential. You can either take a good supplement that contains the necessary vitamins and minerals or you can make up your own formula.


Some vitamins that you can take....



Vitamin B-complex - 50 mg.
of the major B-vitamins (including folate, biotin and inositol)
Vitamin B-6 - 50 mg. of vitamin B-6 Vitamin
C with bioflavonoids - one to two grams daily
Vitamin E - 400 to 800 IU daily
Beta-Carotene - 10,000 to 15,000 IU of beta-carotene daily One recommended daily dose of magnesium, sulfur, zinc Silica (horsetail) - 300 mg.
daily Nettle - 250 mg. three times daily
Flaxseed oil - one tbsp daily or one tablet Beta-Carotene - 10,000 to 15,000 IU of beta-carotene daily.



Here are some other general hair growing guidelines:



Avoid the use of hot water, hot steam or saunas that may stress the hair.
Have a weekly scalp massage to provides added stimulation to the hair follicles.
Perform a series of on going hot oil or deep conditioning treatments to protect the hair's shaft. Keep the environment in mind, Before taking your hair for a ride in a convertible or for a day at the beach, comb a protective conditioner through the hair. Protect your hair from sun, wind, heat, salt water and pool chemicals.





Exercise for your hair: Any form of physical activity will increase blood circulation to the scalp, helping nutrients to flow more easily down to the individual hair follicles.
Get enough sleep to allow your cells to renew and refresh.

I play wii fit in order to get exercise, it really works wonders and you can do it in the privacy of your own home!!




Allow your hair to breathe, avoid constricting your hair with tight bands, hats and cornrow braids because These things can lead to split ends and hair breakage.
If you must use chemicals on your hair, go to a professional and try "spot" treatments to get maximum results with minimal damage.Use "hair friendly" hair accessories like elastic covered bands, smooth hair clips and snag less barrettes.

Avoid boredom!!!!

If you get the itch to clip, divert your attention with a new or zig zag part, new or altered bangs,new clips and accessories.... or do like I do and get a new sexy wig!!


Other Hair Care Tips:

Since black hair is fragile, even sleeping on a “rough” cotton pillowcase can cause damage to the ends of your hair. You can combat this problem by either switching to a satin pillowcase or wrapping your head in a satin scarf or bonnet before going to bed. When it comes to styling your hair, always use a wide-toothed comb and never a brush to protect strands.

MY PILLOW :O)

Products with petroleum Vaseline, are not good for your hair or scalp, you can use Shea butter to keep your scalp hydrated. It is also a good idea to massage your scalp frequently to stimulate circulation for healthier hair. Stay away from heat and alcohol-based products, since both of these will lead to more dryness and breakage.

Water = Optimal Hair Growth

Water makes up approximately 1/4th of the weight of a strand of hair. When hair has the proper amount of water, it will respond by being supple and shiny.

Water is the key source of energy for every single cell of the body including the cells that drive hair growth and overall health.

Water energizes the nerve endings of the scalp and roots of the hair so that they are more responsive, thus enhancing the natural vitality of the skin and hair roots.

You can TAKE ALL OF THE HAIR VITAMINS IN THE WORLD BUT if you are not downing enough H2O, your cells that drive hair growth will not reproduce and your hair will become DRY & DAMAGED!!

Water is involved in the transport of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and many other nutrients -- including those essential for hair growth.




Protein = Spurs Hair Growth

- Inadequate protein intake over a lengthy period can force hair into the resting phase with shedding a few months later

- To encourage hair growth, adhere to a diet rich in protein

- European studies have found that soy protein reinforces hair and stimulates its growth

- Protein is composed of the amino acids essential for the building of new cells, including hair

- Hair is a shaft of protein, essentially keratin

- A single protein can help a bald mouse sprout a coat of fur

- Good food sources for protein include fish, eggs, beans and yogurt. Soy protein has also been found to be helpful in stimulating hair growth


Sufficient Sleep = Is Crucial for Growing Hair Healthy
Erratic sleep patterns may lead to accelerated hair loss & brittle hair

Most of us need between six and eight hours of sleep each day

Sleep helps your body to refuel and regenerate, reduces stress levels, helps you relax and is a great hair tonic

Studies of male pattern baldness suggest that lack of sleep plays a role in altering the hormone balance in the body that leads to hair loss In men.

Since sleep deprivation is a condition of our fast-paced, modern life, there is every reason to suggest that the stress and fatigue it causes will result in hair damage in women as well.