HAIR GROWTH TIPS THAT WORK! Healthy Hair Starts From Within // Beginner Friendly Hair Growth Challenge

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So I’ve decided its finally time to do the growth challenge I’ve been telling myself for years that I would do. To be honest, the thing that has always held me back has been my unwillingness to commit and be consistent. I am a serious perfectionist and that always gets in the way of new journeys and new commitments because the fear of failure is sooo real! But this time its different…

This time I am making my health a priority and taking a holistic approach to hair growth and tackling it from it from all angles. Sometimes we forget that healthy hair starts from within and if we are malnourished or not getting in enough nutrients our hair can suffer.

As I mention in my video, our bodies are smart and if we aren’t giving our bodies the goods it wants and needs our hair skin and nails kinda take a back seat. Those parts of our bodies that we beautify are not a priority in the body’s nutrient distribution chain and so there are times we need to supplement and do a little extra to get the results we want.

Note that the list below is in no particular order, you can pick and choose what you need and if you have any questions just leave them in the comments!

THE FIRST STEP IS TO MAKE A PLAN

When I decided that I would commit to this challenge I wrote down all of the things I knew created an environment for hair growth and then I had to be honest with myself about what I was willing to do but then also what I absolutely needed. Below are the things that I chose, some of them internal and some of them external:

  • Get regular trims (2 to 4 times a year)
  • Take hair, skin, and nail vitamins daily (as needed)
  • Take regular multivitamins daily + any other supplements I need
  • Daily scalp massages
  • Drink at least 64 oz of water daily (big goal is a gallon)
  • Exercise daily
  • Stick to my hair regimen

Although the hair growth challenge will begin on October 3, 2021 and run for 4 weeks but don’t just stop there! Most of these things can be part of your healthy lifestyle, so at the end you can decide what is worth continuing. See the break down of each item below:

1. GET TRIMS REGULARLY (AS NEEDED)

Let’s face it, most of us trying to grow hair are also actively trying to avoid scissors but getting your ends trimmed is such an important part of retaining length. When your ends are split they don’t just stop there but they work themselves up (even to the root) and can cause more severe damage if not cut.

You can either go to the salon and get a trim (or cut if needed) or you can do it yourself. I prefer to go to the salon and get my hair trimmed on flat ironed hair but you can decide what works best for you.

Some people get their hair trimmed on blown out hair, stretched hair, or even curly hair. Other people do it themselves (there are a ton YouTube videos on this). Check out my Trim & Heat Styling playlist on YouTube for some tips!

2. TAKE HAIR, SKIN, & NAIL VITAMINS (Biotin)

I get asked ever so often if I take hair vitamins and for a while the answer was no. This was because my hair was healthy. It was growing at a normal rate, I didn’t notice any unusual breakage, dullness, or an extreme amount of frizz so I didn’t see the need to take them.

Recently I noticed that my hair has been dull and I’ve been experiencing some breakage around my hairline so I decided it was time to start adding biotin into the mix. I am only taking them because I actually need them and I think you should evaluate your hair and your diet to see if you need them as well.

I’ve included a list of brands I trust below (starting with the ones I will be taking for the first month of the hair growth challenge):

3. TAKE REGULAR MULTIVITAMINS

Like I mentioned before, nutrition is important to not just the health of your body but the health of your hair. If there are gaps in your nutrition it typically shows up in your hair, skin and nails because they are getting the nutrients last. So even if you decide not to take hair, skin and nail vitamins, make sure you are at least taking a good multivitamin (most have a small dose of biotin).

Also, sometimes multivitamins are not enough. As individuals, we all have our specific deficiencies and things like low iron, vitamin D deficiencies, poor gut health, and a lot of other things can cause hair loss or stunted growth. I would suggest consulting a medical professional if you have any serious deficiencies (or suspect that you do).

Below is the multivitamin I will be taking, along with the other supplements I am adding based on doctors orders and to fill in some gaps in my diet.

4. SCALP MASSAGES

Scalp massages get the blood flowing which helps to stimulate hair growth. This can be done with just your hands, with a scalp massager, and you can add some oil to the mix. The good thing about this step is that you don’t have to buy anything. Truth is you actually don’t NEED oil for a scalp massage but if you want the added nutrients and the lubrication oil provides then add it to the mix.

Personally, I will be using my favorite scalp massager from Vegamour along with the Rapid Biotin Hair Growth Bundle from Uhuru Naturals. It comes with their Rapid Biotin + MSM Advanced Scalp Therapy spray (which you spray on to your scalp first) and their Rapid Biotin + Black Seed Advanced Growth Elixir (which you can use as any other oil).

What I’m using for the first month of the challenge:

Some alternative options for oils:

5. DRINK MORE WATER

Everyone is looking for the most moisturizing products to make sure their hair isn’t dry but if you aren’t drinking enough water, your hair and scalp still may be dry. Don’t let dehydration cancel out all the other good things you are doing to get healthy hair. The goal is to get at least 64 oz of water in daily. My big goal is a gallon (I’m shooting for the stars lol) but you can choose whatever your goal will be. Whatever amount you choose, happy drinking!

6. GET ACTIVE!

Stimulating your scalp doesn’t just come from a manual scalp massage but can also come from increased blood flow due to exercise.

7. BE CONSISTENT WITH YOUR HAIR REGIMEN

This last step is very important. Having a consistent regimen and not prolonging wash day for too long can help your hair and scalp to flourish. The key is to make sure your scalp is clean and that you don’t wait until your hair is dessert dry to wash your hair.

This can vary for each person so take this time to learn what your hair prefers. I know my hair prefers to be washed weekly and my wash days are better if I start with detangled hair and use heat when I deep condition. I know other people with healthy hair that wash evert 2 to 4 weeks, whatever you choose be consistent and adjust if you notice what you are doing isn’t working.

Below are the steps in my wash day routine that may be helpful for you if you are building your regimen. If you have any questions feel free to ask in the comments.

  • Prepoo + Detangle (detangle with just water, conditioner, or prepoo treatment)
  • Cleanse (clarify 1 to 2 times a month)
  • Deep Condition with heat (alternate between moisturizing & strengthening treatments)
  • Moisturize & Style

If you watch my channel you will see that I typically follow this routine. Check out my channel Curls of a CPA for some wash day inspiration and to see what products have been working for me. Also, check out my Amazon store for some of my wash day favs!

THE TAKE AWAY

I know these are a lot of steps but realistically you don’t have to do them all. Implement each step one by one (as needed) and whatever you decide to do, just be consistent! Let me know in the comments if you will be joining the hair growth challenge and what you will be adding to your health hair (and life) regimen. If you are looking for community and accountability join our facebook group “Health Equals Length”

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