5 Steps to Creating a Healthy Hair Regimen

As you may know, healthy hair does not just grow overnight, no matter how much we wish it would. Of great importance for healthy hair growth is a regimen and a commitment to the process. When you get used to your new healthy hair routine and see improvements, you’ll want to continue for maximum benefits. But how do you get started? Creating a healthy hair growth regimen may seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Follow these five simple steps, and you can start noticing the change in your hair with time and consistency.

Before you start anything too dramatic, start by evaluating how you manage your hair on a daily basis. Do you scrub it with extra sudsy shampoo, yank a brush through it, blow dry it, curl it, or use tons of products? Do you tug it back to style it, or play with it all day long? Three words: cut it out! This tends to be harder for women than for men, but it’s important to sometimes let your hair be. Stop shampooing it every day, use gentle products, and don’t yank or style it to death. Every time you interact with your hair, think, “Be gentle.”

It’s probably hard to find time in your busy schedule to make time for just your hair, but if you want healthy hair, this can be especially helpful. Use an oil treatment once a week in your hair, and let it soak in for a few hours before you rinse it out. Try not to shampoo it until the next morning to let the oils really soak in. There are tons of ideas and recipes out there for creating a great hair mask or rinse – you can use these once a week as well.

If you are a notorious dieter, make sure you do not cut out the fats and proteins. You need lean protein and Omega 3 fatty acids to help promote healthier hair growth. Introduce nuts, veggies, fish (like halibut and salmon) into your diet, and cut out junk like caffeine, processed foods, and carbs. Your hair (and body) will thank you!

You have already changed your hygiene and beauty routines, but you also need to think about other factors that result in damage. Did you know the sun can actually damage your hair as much as your skin? It dries it, leaving it broken and unhealthy. Cover your hair when you’re in the sun for a long time, and avoid frequent contact with chlorine from pools or salt from oceans. Tuck your hair in when it is windy, and do not let it get tangled while you sleep. Protect your hair just like you do your skin, and you will see how healthy it grows in no time.

Anyone who has experienced hair loss or thinning knows that their hair is closely connected to their overall health and mentality. If you find yourself wanting to rip your hair out at work – that’s a sign! If you are unhealthy and have not been to a doctor to see what to do about it, your hair will often show it. Your hair can help indicate whether or not everything behind the scenes is properly balanced. Pay attention to it. Reduce stress, eat better, take better care of yourself, and you might find yourself amazed at your healthier hair.

If you are already taking steps to create a healthy hair regimen and want an extra boost, or maybe your problems are due to other things such as vitamin deficiencies, there are plenty of hair supplements with natural ingredients that could be an option for you.