Top 10 Natural Hair Growth Tips for Strong, Healthy & Long Hair

A person is born with all hair follicles on the scalp. According to a study, "Anatomy Hair", published on the website of the National Library of Medicine, the number of hair follicles is around 80, 000 to 120, 000. 

Well-nourished and strong follicles support your hair growth. Most of you have healthy, strong, shiny hair. Ageing, poor diet, stress, dehydration, and other factors can lead to hair problems such as dandruff, scalp dryness, hair fall, and even baldness. To address such issues without any harmful effects, you start looking for natural hair growth tips.  

Practical Hair Growth Tips  

In your search, you may encounter various methods, tips, or steps that could be beneficial or not. Here are some science-backed best hair growing tips:   

1. Massage Your Scalp Regularly 

Massaging the scalp is an effective way to address all hair problems. According to a 2019 study, massaging the scalp helps enhance blood circulation, which assists in the delivery of all essential nutrients to hair roots and follicles. So, start applying it whether you want to get rid of hair fall, itchiness, split ends, or baldness. 

How to massage

• Take a few tablespoons of Ayurvedic hair oil. 
• Warm it gently. 
• Apply it to your hair and scalp. 
• Gently massage your scalp and hair in a circular motion with your fingers. 
• Wait for at least half an hour. After that, wash your hair. 
• Dry gently with a towel or let it dry naturally.  

2. Stay Away from Restrictive Dieting    

Usually, it is hard to control the things affecting our hair growth. However, you can avoid certain things that could impair your hair growth. 

Dr Mandeep Sahanpal (BAMS, LLB), an experienced Ayurvedic doctor at Sheopal's, says that restrictive dieting can affect the nutrients and resources your hair needs for proper growth. She explains that people trying to get healthy and strong hair avoid frequent dieting.

3. Use Only Natural Hair Growth Products   

The market is full of hair care products that could contain artificial or natural ingredients. Chemical-based products like shampoo and oil can harm you more than help. Therefore, avoid using them and opt for Ayurvedic hair growth products that could be:

• Ayurvedic hair growth oil contains only natural ingredients like bhringraj. 
• Bamboo shampoo or any herbal shampoo made with plant-based ingredients. 

4. Lower Stress 

According to a study, severe stress might cause hair thinning, fall, and even baldness. It can make your hair follicles go into a complete rest. As a result, your hair follicles stop growing new hair strands. Here are some practical tips to reduce stress:

• Meditate daily. 
• Do your hobbies. 
• Practise deep breathing techniques.
• Exercise regularly.  

5. Regularly Trim Your Hair 

Trimming your hair a little every month can help you achieve healthy, strong, and shiny hair over time. It eliminates split ends. As a result, it prevents the spread of divided ends to further strands and hair breakage. 

According to a scientific study, “Anatomy Hair", hair grows around half an inch every month. So, trimming it a little each month does not affect your overall look. 

6. Safeguard Your Hair When You Sleep 

Following natural hair growth tips can go in vain if you do not protect your hair well, especially when you are sleeping. Here are what you can do:

• Ensure 7-9-hour sleep each night. No sound sleep can lower the production of melatonin, a critical hair growth promoting hormone. 
• Place a satin or silk pillowcase under your head to avoid toggling, friction, and tugging that cause hair breakage. 
• Never sleep with wet hair. Lying on wet hair weakens hair strands, which can cause matting or breakage. 

7. Stay Hydrated 

Keeping yourself hydrated is essential if you want healthier, stronger, and shinier hair. When you are well-hydrated, your hair cells (follicles) work better and promote hair growth and strength. Here is how hydration helps:

• Nourishes your hair follicles and scalp - Water carries the essential nutrients to the scalp. It provides them with the foundation required for proper growth. 
• Strengthen scalp health - A properly hydrated scalp prevents dandruff and itchiness that can interrupt hair growth. 

8. Stay Away from Heat Styling    

Regular use of heat-styling tools like flat irons, blow dryers, and curling wands can damage hair. It can lead to excessive split ends, hair breakage, and disrupted growth. Limit or avoid using these tools. Instead, use: 

• Combs with widened teeth
• ingers 
• Dry hair naturally or with a soft towel

9. Use Essential Oils for Hair Care 

Proper hair care helps hair grow well. It strengthens hair roots and makes hair strands natural and shinier. A 2021 study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology states that using pumpkin oil for 3 months can help increase hair growth. Other essential oils are:

• Rosemary Oil 
• Coconut Oil
• Jojoba Oil 
• Lavender Oil    

10. Use Natural Hair Masks  

Using natural hair masks provides deep nourishment and conditioning that are crucial for healthy hair growth. Natural ingredients like amla, brahmi, methi, japa, til, and coconut can help you make your hair healthy, shiny, and soft. 

How to make and apply a hair mask  

• Take half of an avocado and crush it. 
• Mix the crushed avocado with two tablespoons of coconut oil. 
• Apply this mix to your scalp and hair. 
• Let it absorb by waiting for at least 30 minutes. 
• Wash off your hair with plain, regular water and herbal shampoo.
• Dry your hair naturally. 
• Perform the whole process twice a week for 3-6 months.    

Final Words

There is no magic wand for instant healthy hair growth. Following specific natural hair growth tips may help you grow healthy hair or strengthen existing hair. Whatever steps you follow, ensure you are eating a balanced diet, using high-quality products, and avoiding chemical processes. With time, you will have healthier, stronger, and natural hair. 

At Sheopal's, we offer Mool Hair Grow oil, which is the best ayurvedic hair oil in India. Formulated using nine natural ingredients like coconut and bhrinraj, it is an ideal natural solution to all your hair problems. Buy it now for your hair care or hair regrowth regimen. 

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