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The simple answer to that question is that there’s no simple way to make your hair grow faster – but there are a number of things you can do to keep your hair healthy and full of life, and to prevent breakage. Equally important to remember are the hair care mistakes that many people make – avoid these and you’re already halfway to healthier, more beautiful hair.

What to eat

The saying ‘you are what you eat’ is especially true for your hair. New hair growth is formed from the nutrients you eat, so make your hair strong and healthy by eating foods that are rich in iron and protein, such as salmon, dark green vegetables, nuts, and whole grains. Flax seed oil is a wonder food when it comes to hair growth, so make a breakfast smoothie and stir in a teaspoonful, along with a few nuts.

How to style

Brushing your hair is important to remove dead cells and to stimulate blood flow, which in turn will help to deliver nutrients to the hair follicle. To avoid hair damage, steer clear of plastic-bristle brushes, choosing rubber or natural ones instead. Other useful styling tips include deep conditioning every few weeks and using an ionic hairdryer to be gentler to your hair and cut down your drying time.

What not to do

The biggest mistake you can make while trying to grow your hair is to avoid trimming it. Regular haircuts will remove split ends and prevent the damage from spreading further up. Another big mistake? Being too rough with wet hair. Use a wide-toothed comb and be gentle. Be kind to your hair and look after it, and you’ll soon find that even if it’s not growing faster, it’s healthier, stronger, and looking just the way you like it.

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