Many people dream of having long, healthy hair, which is a sign of beauty and vitality. It is an age-old beauty trend to have long and stunning hair that people admire. But getting super long hair is not so simple, as there are no shortcuts to grow luscious, long locks. Still, there are a variety of natural and medicinal strategies you can use to combat with hair growth problems. Also, a good hair care routine effectively helps in preventing your hair from breaking off. The information below summarizes steps that will help your hair grow longer and more beautiful.
1. Eat Healthy: Eating a diet rich in protein, vitamins and minerals is an essential requirement to promote the growth of thick, long and healthy hair. Hair is basically made up of protein. Meat, fish, eggs, nuts, beans and soy products are rich source of protein, which will literally give your body the building blocks for new hair growth. Beans, lentils and soybeans are good source of iron, which is essential for the transmission of oxygen to body cells and hair follicles.
Fat is also crucial to hair growth because it helps in supplying vitamins like Vitamins A, D, E, and K, that are necessary for hair growth. Good sources of Vitamin C such as pineapples, blueberries, limes, strawberries, lemons and oranges help in building collagen that is essential to the production of new hair cells. Also, add milk, cheese, yogurt, chicken, salmon, sweet potato, whole grains, spinach, cabbage, parsley, grapefruit, avocado, brown bread and oats to your healthy and balanced diet.
The benefits of good dietary are seemingly endless, so include above mentioned food in your diet to nourish your hair and scalp.
2. Drink Plenty Of Water: Drinking plenty of water will actually support your hair growth and hydrate your hair, as it clears out toxins in your body and helps the system that runs it. Carry around a water bottle and plan to drink at least 5-6 liters of water a day. Water nurtures cells and provides them required hair vitamins. Also, water helps you get rid of dandruff and hair thinning problem. Fruit and vegetable juices also contain water and can be added to the daily intake for healthy growing hair.
3. Minimize Your Stress: Stress minimizes your health which can lead to hair loss as well as a decrease in the speed in which your hair grows. To reduce stress levels, follow a good diet, exercise regularly and get enough sleep. You can also use yoga, breathing exercises or meditation to get rid of stresses. As the growth hormone is released during sleep, plan to sleep for 8 hours a day. The sooner you start reducing your stress levels the better chance you will promote faster hair growth.
4. Massage Your Scalp: Daily scalp massage is a very effective hair growth aid. Massaging promotes blood flow which can increase blood
circulation to the hair follicles, increase relaxation and boost the strength of the hair roots. Massage prevents hair from damage and helps in preventing excessive brittleness and split-ends. It also helps strengthen the roots of the hair and nourishes, promoting new hair growth and strengthening current hair. Giving yourself a scalp massage is easy and something you can do anywhere, when watching TV or relaxing somewhere pleasant.
You can use jojoba, coconut, or olive oil for massage your hair and keep your scalp in a good shape. Heat the oil to slightly warm and massage it into your scalp. Use oil in a sufficient quantity only as using too much oil will mean you will need to use more shampoo. Gently rub your fingers on your scalp in a circular motion for few minutes and cover your entire head. Wrap your hair with a hot towel after oiling as it helps hair to absorb the oil. The heat and pressure from the oil and your massage will nourish your hair from the root. Leave the oil in your hair for 15 to 20 minutes and rinse it with cool water.
5. Take Good Care Of Your Hair: The method of washing your hair and water temperature you use can affect the length of your hair. Even washing hair often or daily basis can damage your hair. Using hot water will cause your hair to dry out and become brittle. Do try to wash your hair no more than 3 times a week and use cold water. Do not towel dry your hair roughly, brush it out or blow it dry, as it will break your hair. Your hair is like a smooth fabric which needs lots of care and handling it too roughly while it is wet can lead to hair breakage, prevents your hair from growing long and thick. Never brush your hair while it is wet as wet hair breaks more easily than dry hair. Always use dry towel to gently squeeze out the excess moisture from your hair and allow to air dry. To detangle your wet hairs use your fingers and a wide-toothed comb.
Sunlight contains UVA and UVB rays, which break down hair proteins, causing hair to look dull and break the physical property of the hair. Try to minimize your exposure to direct sunlight and keep your hair well covered with a hat or scarf. Try to limit the way you brush your hair and for better improvement leave your hair alone as much as possible.
6. Avoid Using Harsh Chemicals On Your Hair: The shampoo and conditioner you use can contribute to poor hair growth. Most of the shampoos and conditioners contain harmful chemicals such as sulphates and silicon which can damage your hair entirely and prevent hair from growing. Use an all-natural shampoo that contains only natural oils and other cleansers & no chemicals. To avoid chemically made conditioners, try using coconut oil for a deep conditioning treatment. To minimize the chance of getting splitting hair or damaged hair, try to use almond and olive in the hair before or after washing. 
Avoid bleaching or repeatedly colouring hair which can weaken hair strands, leading to increased hair breakage and even hair loss. Avoid using synthetic hair products, such as gels and hairsprays as these products can dry your hair out and cause it to break off. Try all-natural hair styling techniques and products when it comes to styling your hair. Use natural methods to curl your hair or straighten instead of using heating tools like curling irons, hair straightener and hair dryers.
7. Making Lifestyle Changes: If you use elastic bands, hairpins and clips regularly, it can snag the hair and cause it to break at the root. You have to avoid the hairstyles that pull hair tightly, such as cornrows and tight ponytails, as these styles can put stress on the hair and damage or break your hair at the root. Let your hair loose and leave it unpinned as much as possible. Cover up your hair when you spend long hours in the sun or hang out where there is a high level of air pollution. Do deep conditioning treatments once a month on your hair to keep it strong and increase the hair growth. Switch over to silk pillow covers to stop unwanted friction on your hair while you sleep. Regularly trimming hair has less chance to become damaged and develop brittle split ends. Trimming hair does not promote faster growth, but can help in preventing hair damage, keep your hair healthy and prevent it from breaking off. Use a hot oil mask using coconut and almond oil on your hair once every two weeks, that will help repair any damage to your hair. Massage your scalp for about 5 to 10 minutes with your fingers for better circulation.
8. Using Home Remedies: Hair becomes dry and dull when natural oil from hair is removed during activities, like sunbathing, overuse of hair dryers and use of other styling products. Cosmetic hair products and shampoos damage the natural beauty of hair and create problems like hair fall, split ends, dry hair, dandruff and itchy scalp. Instead of taking several hair treatments to handle these problems you can try some natural home remedies which are very effective.
a. Rinsing your hair with onion water, you can make your hair super sleek and shiny. Onion is good for your dry hair as it soothes your scalp and fuels it to bring life to your dull dry hair. Juice a big fresh onion, add some water. Apply this mixture to your hair, wait for half an hour and shampoo your hair.
b. You can use apple cider vinegar, which is very effective to treat dry hair. Take out some apple cider vinegar in a bowl, dip a cotton ball and apply it on the scalp & hair. To get best result rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar after you finishes shampooing. This remedy will work as a perfect natural conditioner and will help grow your hair properly.
c. Egg yolk is the most frequently used remedies for dry hair. It is used as a natural moisturizer and conditioner to nourish hair from root. Mix two eggs with half cup of olive oil, one tablespoon of vinegar and one tablespoon of coconut oil. Apply the mixture on hair & scalp and cover with a shower cap. Wash it off with lukewarm water after 15 to 20 minutes.
d. One of the oldest remedies is coconut oil. Oil massage provides nourishment to your hair and scalp by transferring all the vital nutrients in the oil to the root and scalp. Hot oil massage is a great and effective way to prevent hair damages. Don’t be too harsh while massaging as this may break more hair.
e. The moisturizing properties of yogurt make it a natural conditioner for dry hair. Take some yogurt and add a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar & a teaspoon of honey. Stir the mixture well and apply it directly on your hair. After applying the mixture all over your hair, gently massage into the scalp. Leave the mixture for 15 to 20 minutes and later wash off with gentle shampoo.
9. Health Concerns That Could Affect Hair Growth: Genetic problems, vitamin deficiencies, thyroid problems and many other medical issues can cause the slowing down of hair production. Talk with your doctor if you are on any medication that could be the factors contributing to your hair loss or stunted hair growth. Low blood count and thyroid conditions and hormone imbalances may also contribute to decreased hair growth. So whether any medications you are taking could be the cause, it is better to consult with a doctor before beginning any over the counter hair growth products. Get checked for a scalp infection which can be caused by ringworm of folliculitis. If you think you are suffering from scalp infection, talk with your doctor about anti-fungal medications that you can use to cure your scalp infection before discussing hair growth treatments.
Above mentioned techniques will help your hair, but your hair will have to grow out to get rid of the existing damage. There is no other way to make your hair growth faster. The amount of time your hair takes to grow depends on a lot of things, so be patient.