Many African American females believe their hair grows
slower than other ethnicities. Since our hair is tight and coily, it appears
that the hair is growing at a slower pace. Here are a few tips on how African Americans
can grow their hair faster.
MSM
One of the supplements that I love to use is MSM. Your hair
is primarily composed of sulfur and protein (keratin). Adding more sulfur to
your body with supplements like Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), is a way to increase
hair growth. Sulfur is known as the "beauty mineral." Not only will
this supplement grow your hair faster, but you also will see longer, stronger
nails and glowing skin.
Bee Pollen
Bee pollen is another supplement that will help grow your
hair faster. Be cautious with bee pollen and before using it make sure you are
not allergic to it! If you are allergic, ingestion may result in a severe
allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis, and an acute allergic response that
may be life threatening. Do not take bee pollen if you are pregnant. Bee pollen
has been used to stimulate hair growth because of its rich l-cysteine content.
Many have seen one inch of hair growth within three weeks. It has been found
that hair effectively grows back because of pollen. Bee pollen contains calcium
and magnesium that help aid hair growth. Bee pollen has several other nutrients
including vitamin C that maintains healthy hair, vitamin E and vitamin B3 that
benefits and improves scalp circulation, copper, vitamins B5, B6, B12 and iron
that strengthens hair and prevents hair loss. Manganese improves hair growth,
while potassium promotes circulation and sulfur creates stronger hair.
Scalp Massage
Massage your scalp daily. Stimulation increases blood
circulation to your head. Circulation is an important element that promotes
hair growth. Massaging your scalp with the tips of your fingers will bring more
nutrients to the hair roots. Adding warm oil will enhance the blood
circulation. Massage your scalp 5-10 minutes a day using slow circular motions.
Inversion Method
You can grow an inch of hair in a week with the inversion
method. The inversion method should be done for seven consecutive days, once a
month. You must wait three weeks before attempting again or else it won't work
because your body adjusts to the extra blood flow. First, massage warm oil into
your scalp. I recommend Jamaican Castor Oil. Massage your scalp for five
minutes; oil is not necessary for the inversion method to work. Next, invert
your body into an angle for four minutes. I like to do the yoga pose, downward
facing dog, but you can also sit in a chair and slightly lower your head. If
you feel dizzy or abnormal, slowly get out of the position. If you do decide to
use oil, let the oil sit on your scalp for two hours; you can wash it out or
leave it on your scalp. The inversion method will boost blood circulation,
which ultimately promotes hair growth. Check with your doctor before doing the
inversion method.
Diet
Your diet is important for hair growth. If you include these
vitamins and minerals daily you will see faster hair growth.
Iron and Zinc help hair follicles to grow. Iron and/or zinc
deficiency can lead to hair loss. Hair is primarily composed of keratin which
is protein. You can get iron and protein from red meat, chicken and fish. You
can also get iron from spinach and other leafy vegetables including kale.
Oysters and pumpkin seeds are loaded with zinc. If like me you are not getting
enough zinc, you can take a zinc supplement. I take Zinc picolinate 50mg.
Vitamin D helps activate hair growth. Salmon has vitamin D
and protein. Salmon also has omega-3 fatty acids that provides the oils that
keep your scalp and hair hydrated. You also can get omega-3 fatty acids from
avocados and flax seeds.
Biotin deficiency has been linked to hair loss and poor hair
growth. Nuts like almonds and walnuts are a great source of biotin. Other foods
with biotin include brown rice, eggs, green peas, lentils and oats.
Vitamin A is essential for hair growth and a healthy scalp.
Vitamin A makes sebum which is an oily substance that provides a conditioner
for the scalp. Beta-carotene makes vitamin A which is found in vegetables such
as sweet potatoes, carrots and broccoli.
Vitamin E will enhance blood flow to the scalp and promote
faster hair growth. Sunflower seeds and nuts provide you with vitamin E.
Drinking water is important in keeping your hair hydrated.
Water flushes out toxins and helps in getting more nutrition to the hair
follicles. Your hair will become dry and brittle without an adequate amount of
water. Water provides the necessary nutrients to the hair cells.
Exercise
Exercise is an important factor for hair growth. Sweating
from exercising helps unclog hair follicles, providing space for hair to grow.
Exercising also increases blood flow to the scalp which delivers more nutrients
and oxygen to the hair roots. This helps to promote hair growth.
Deep conditioning
The number one hair problem African Americans have is length
retention. Deep conditioning restores and maintains the strength of the hair
strand. Deep conditioning improves elasticity, restores moisture, and makes
your hair softer and more manageable. Adding heat to the deep conditioner helps
to penetrate the conditioner in the strands better. Pay special attention to the
ends which needs the most conditioner. Do a deep conditioner once a week for
15-20 minutes.
Protective and
low-manipulation hairstyles
Protective and low-manipulation natural hair protect your hair from
environmental damage and damage from yourself. Examples of protective
hairstyles include braids, weaves, and wigs. Low manipulation hairstyles
include twist, braid-outs and buns. Protective and low-manipulation hairstyles
help to prevent damage to your ends, it gives your hair a break from heat and
styling and provides your hair with the opportunity to grow.
Moisturizing
African American hair is dry and fragile. This makes our hair moisturizer more susceptible
to breakage, which is the reason why it appears that our hair is not growing.
It is important to moisturize your hair daily to seal in moisture. Moisturizing
does not make hair grow faster but it does help retain the length of the hair.
Go natural, don't use
chemicals
Relaxed hair is weaker than natural hair. Lye relaxers are
made up of Sodium Hydroxide, a strong chemical also used in drain cleaners.
No-Lye relaxers are made up of Guanidine Hydroxide. Relaxers are able to
straighten kinky hair because they break the bonds that actually give strength
to the hair. Relaxers ultimately lead to brittleness, breakage, and even
alopecia. The relaxer cream breaks down the chemical bonds of the hair shaft,
disrupting the elliptical shape. The chemicals in relaxers dry out the hair and
damage the ends of the hair. Relaxers promote split ends and stunt hair growth.
Join the natural hair movement and go natural.
If you use these tips, not only will you see faster hair
growth, but you also will have glowing skin and strong nails.
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