Grow Natural African Hair Fast: Sustainable Way

There are some myths about natural hair we often hear, and the most common myth is that natural hair does not grow faster. Maybe natural hair takes more time to grow but it is not that much impossible to make it grow faster. Moreover, it is tough to notice the hair growth of natural African hair for its extreme kinkiness. If you are an African or have 4(a,b,c) hair type then you know the trouble of growing natural hair. Too often African American hair is subjected to chemicals and extreme heat in an attempt to make it seem longer and smoother. But this makes hair weak and slow hair growth.

Before you start to learn how to make hair grow faster, it is helpful to first figure out how quickly it naturally grows so we can understand what to expect. According to the U.S Center for Disease Control, hair grows at an average of 0.50 inches (1.25cm) per month. This means the average person can expect to grow 6 inches of hair per year. The speed at which your hair grows depends on both genetics and the shape of your follicles – Asian hair is on average the thickest and most coarse hair compared to Caucasian and African hair. Does hair grow at 0.50 inches on average per month which sounds like a lot, right? So why does it never feel like it? Well, things like over-styling, bad diet and not taking good care of your hair can result in split ends and breakages which shorten the length of your hair.

In this article, you will learn a few steps about growing hair faster. All you need to know about is the proper way to hair washing, moisturizing, and some hair treatments.

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Healthy Diet

Eat protein and biotin-rich foods. Biotin is also known as Vitamin H, forms a part of the B-complex group of vitamins that help turn food into fuel for energy. It also assists in the metabolism of fats, carbs and amino acids which are the building blocks of protein.

Hair begins to grow from the root of the follicle which is made up of cells of protein. To make the growth of faster, you need to eat a diet rich in both Biotin and protein to facilitate the building blocks of protein.

The daily recommended allowance of Biotin is 30 micrograms, which you can ensure you’re achieving by taking in a supplement form. You also can eat foods that are naturally high in Biotin. This has many other body-boosting benefits too, such as stronger nails and eyelashes.

Here’s a list of Biotin and protein-rich foods which will encourage hair growth:

• Almonds, Peanuts, Pecans, and Walnuts
• Eggs (the yolk has one of the highest concentrations of Biotin)
• Milk and Cheese
• Pork and Cooked Liver
• Salmon and Sardines
• Avocado
• Cauliflower Almonds

Pre-shampoo

Pre-shampoo is a type of conditioning treatment that is applied to hair before using the actual shampoo. It makes a coat over hair strands. It helps to protect the hair from getting too dry and breaking. It also creates a protective layer from the harsh ingredients of the shampoo. After scrubbing your hair with a shampoo, it will still feel soft and smooth. You can make your pre-shampoo at home using a protein-based conditioner and organic oil. However, it is much easier to buy a ready-made treatment. Always carefully follow the instructions on the label.  Many women don’t use a pre-shampoo but it is something that everyone should be doing.

Recommended Pre-Shampoos

• TRESemme Expert Selection Pre-Shampoo. This comes with an excellent 16.5 oz pre-wash conditioner and a big 25 oz shampoo.
• Burt’s Bees Avocado Butter Pre-Shampoo. This pre-shampoo replenishes your hair’s nutrients. Both of these products are amazing.

Right Shampoo 

African hair gets brittle and damages easily. Most shampoos on the market are harmful due to their harsh ingredients which are not suitable for any kind of hair, especially African hair. You, therefore, need to be extra careful about which shampoo you are using. Use sulfate-free shampoos. Sulfates make your hair frizzy and dry out. This is especially bad for African hair which is already brittle enough. You have to avoid this extra harshness at all cost. Additionally, try to find out shampoos with organic oils. These oils are great at protecting hair from dryness and leave your strands feeling supple and soft. Some of the best oils to look for in shampoos include jojoba oil and argan oil. Make sure they are organic oils.

Conditioning

Washing your hair will wash away some of its natural oils. Leaving it like that risks breakage and split ends. Use a conditioner to get back it in shape. It helps restore oils and moisture to your hair and also nourish it. After using a conditioner, your hair should feel softer. When you are shopping for a conditioner buy one explicitly designed for dry or African hair.

There are regular conditioners and deep conditioners. A regular conditioner is lighter and designed for use after washing your hair. It mostly touches the surface of the hair. A deep conditioner sinks deep into the hair, helping to nourish it from the bottom up. Thus, it is heavier and sticks more to the hair and scalp. You should do a deep conditioning treatment once every week though not on the same day you are doing your weekly hair wash.

Moisturize Your hair

One of the best things you can do to your hair is keeping it moisturized. Having adequate moisture encourages fast growth and protects hair from breakage and split ends. Additionally, it makes the hair looking bright and feeling soft. Before buying expensive moisturizes make sure that you are already moisturizing the natural way; drinking enough water. When it comes to moisturizing from the outside, try to do it every day. This ensures that your hair is always adequately hydrated. Some of the best ingredients for black hair moisturizers include olive oil, coconut oil, grape seed oil, and pure shea butter.

Trim Hair Ends

Every two to three months you should trim your hair. You can get rid of any split ends allowing your hair to continue growing correctly without any damage. When trimming, you only need to cut about a 1/2 inch maybe a bit more depending on your hair. To keep your ends in excellent condition, use protective hairstyles such as bans and not-so-tight braids. Letting hair fall freely exposes the ends to damage. At night wrap the hair in a silk scarf or sleep on a satin pillow. These little changes will help a lot.

Protein Treatments and Vitamin Supplements 

Protein treatments help to speed up hair growth by nourishing it and making it stronger. There are various types of protein treatments for different hair types. Protein packs are for people who have slight hair damage. Light treatments are ideal for hair with a bit more damage. They often come in form of a deep conditioner. Deep penetrating treatments are best for fairly damaged hair.

Vitamin supplements keep hair healthy, strong and fast-growing. Hair products do a good job keeping your hair looking good but the body is the . and creator of your hair. If you supply your body with what it needs it will start to grow strong healthy hair.

By following these steps you can grow your hair faster. Always try to avoid any kind of hair chemicals, iron or blow dryers, eat healthy food and drink water and fresh juice.