Grow your natural hair Faster | 22 Savvy ways!

Last Updated on September 11, 2022 by The Blessed Queens

How to grow your natural hair…FASTER?..Today? This was the biggest question i asked myself concerning my hair and i finally have the answer!

From a little girl i always admired ladies with longer natural hair and i often asked myself why my natural hair remained at the same length?

After a lot of research, trial and error i’ve come to the conclusion that there are several ways to promote hair growth.

Today we will look into

22 savvy ways to grow your hair!

1. Avoid Heat as much as possible
   

   Heat can be a excellent way to manage your natural hair but in the same time, using too much heat can cause more harm than good!

   Imagine all the good work you’ve done …all gone due to heat damage! No way!

   According to Today website Experts weigh in: Is heat styling really that bad for your hair? So we are advice to protect our hair like protecting our skin!

   So tip #1, Avoid heat as much as you can in order to grow your natural hair faster.

2. Deep Condition once a week for more moisture
   

   Using a deep conditioner on a regular basis can help add “life” to your hair. Deep Conditioners help get your hair moisture back and doing regular deep conditioning can bring your hair back to a good moisture level.

   This will eventually help in the growth process because your hair is getting the moisture it needs.

   You can also use heat while deep conditioning to get a better result due to the fact that the heat allow the conditioner to penetrate to the hair shaft better.

   According to Naturallycurly they also suggest we do not over do it with deep conditioning. Remember, too much of everything is bad!

   Another thing you can do is to rince the deep conditioner with cool water that way your hair cuticle will close better.

3. Eat healthy for healthier hair
   

   Okay, I get it we do not always eat as healthy as we want to! I am guilty of it!

   But hold on a minute, base on some research that i made if you eat healthier your body will absorb for healthy vitamins that will benefit your hair.
   There are some major factors that influence your hair—genetics, age, hormones, nutrient deficiencies, and more—but what you eat is one of the few things you can do to control your hair’s behavior.

   Eatthis.com gives us 30 best and worst foods for our hair and let me tell you my thoughts on it:

   Foods like almond butter, tangerines, Amla berries, spinach are not some of my favorite foods but  eating nutrient-rich foods that are scientifically proven to help your hair—and avoiding those that only do harm—you can influence your hair’s thickness, its growth or shedding, how shiny it is, and even its likelihood of greying.

4. Grow your natural hair with hair vitamins

   Previously we talked about eating healthy, if you are like me then you will know that the struggle is real!

   So here are 6 of many vitamins that according to draxe.com can contribute to our natural hair growth:

   • Fish Oil.
   • Zinc.
   • B-Complex Vitamin (Biotin & B5)
   • Vitamin C.
   • Iron.
   • Vitamin D.
   • Rosemary Essential Oil.
   • Aloe Vera Juice and Gel.

   the 2nd Zinc is super important so do a deeper research and check even with your doctor in case of any deficiency.

5. Drink lots of water

   If you havent been drinking water at all, please answer a question: How do you live?!

   Water is so important for our health and body in general that we should try our best to drink as much as possible.

   Water helps the body to process and flush out toxins faster, which makes it a quick and easy natural method that will make your hair grow a lot faster.

   If you find it difficult to drink water try to use some water drinking reminding app that will send you hourly reminders in order to help you with our water intake.

   culliganwater share with us 5 top drinking water apps you should check out today!

   Also taking vitamins encourage us to drink more water so thats a double benefit right there to help you grow your natural hair!

6. Use natural oils to massage scalp

   Scalp Massages can be very benficial when you want to grow your natural hair due to the fact that it helps with the stimulation of your blood flow on your head.

   It helps enhance blood circulation in the head and neck area.

   Here are some basic steps to a simple tyet effective scalp massage:

   • Pick an essential oil that is good for your hair type. …
   • Prepare the scalp massage oil. …
   • Brush your hair to prepare it. …
   • Put a small amount of the prepared massage oil onto your fingers. …
   • After all the oil is used up, place a warmed towel on your head and leave the oil on for approximately 10 minutes.
     If you are a visual person check wikihow post on How to give yourself a scalp massage

7. Moisturize and seal
   

   Moisture is so important for our hair! I repeat, so so important! Our hair tend to get dry easily due to our hair texture and if your aim is to grow your natural hair then investing in a good moisturizer and a sealer is something you should look into.

   in a recent post i shared ways you can keep your hair moisturized by applying a good amount of moisturizer and sealing generously with a oil.

   That was you will lock in that moisture and give your hair all the love it needs!

8. Protective styles

   Protective styles are here to stay for us,

   If you are just enjoying your hair journey or you are trying to find ways to grow it incorporate some protective styles into your hair journey and you will see a great boost in your hair growth due to leaving your hair alone and allowing it to do its own thing.

   This summer one of the protective styles i’ve seen hyped up and i think is absolutely lovely is the Fulani braids.

   If you are looking for a style that will add a sense of edge and beauty to your look then you should check 7 fulani braids hairstyles you should try

9. Be patient
   

   How many times did i want to give up on this journey! Oh my, So many times. But today i am where i am because i was able to use patience.

   I know its not always easy to deal with your hair when it doesn’t want to cooperate with you but, I am sure it will come to it’s senses!

   Be patience with your hair and you will not regret it!

10. Love your hair, its yours
    

    What you have on your head is all yours, learn to appreciate and love what God has given you.

    When something or someone is loved then she/he/it returns the love back. Treat your hair with care, love it and it will surely love you back!

11. Trim your ends

    The ends of our hair strands are the oldest and many of us are running away from trimming!

    Stay where you are! I need your attention for this few minute. Trimming works in two ways. For us or against us. If you choose to neglect trimming it can end up becoming your worst nightmare!

    Split ends are always ready to appear so check the ends of your hair regularly to check if you need a trim. You can’t grow your natural hair with dead ends.

    I Wrote a post on best tips on how to trim your hair at home! Become your own hair stylist and give your hair the best trim of its life!

12. Shampoo in sections = less tangles

    I tried shampooing my hair as free as it could be and it took me double the time plus some tangles where formed.

    If you experience this type of issues maybe you should consider switching up your wash routine and washing your hair in sections.

13. Protein treatment every 6-8 weeks
    

    Your hair is protein! Your tresses are primarily made up of protein filaments, called keratin, and chains of amino acids. Exposure to harsh chemicals and poor maintenance can break up the chains and lead to brittle, dull, and damaged strands.

    How do you kow if your hair needs protein?

    Take a strand of your hair, wet it with water, then gently stretch it. if it returns to it’s original length without breaking, you have properly balanced moisture/proteinlevels. Yay! However, if it stretches more than it should and breaks, you probably need protein.

14. Exercise often for increase of blood flow
    

    When you exercise your body gets healthier, Your skin looks better and your hair grows!

    Some of the benefits of exercise is that it improves your overall health, reduces stress, helps with better cell regeneration and nourished hair follicles!

    So hey, let’s go out there and get ourselves fit!

15. Try growth aids

    In the beginning of my hair journey i was searching for something that will magicaly grow my natural hair.

    Growth aids are there to help with this request. If you are ready to spend money for your hair growth then you can try some of the following growth aids.

    • Peppermint Oil.
    • Lavender Oil.
    • Rosemary Oil.
    • Stinging Nettle.
    • Jamaican Black Castor Oil.
    • Aloe Vera.
    • Sage Oil.
    • Onion Juice.

    My favorite is Jamaican black castor oil. Need to get another bottle please!

16. Try the inversion method

    I tried this inversion method and many claim that it has given them great results. I promp you to try this with caution.

    How is the inversion method done?

    • Massage gently. With the tips of your fingers
    • Tip your head upside down.
    • Hold this position for 4 minutes.
    • Sit back upHow long should this be done? According to airdiary
    • Repeat EVERY day for ONLY 7 consecutive days (i.e., Sunday to Saturday).
    • Wait AT LEAST 3 weeks between each attempt

17. Try Hot oil treatments
    

    Hot oil treatments can help you grow your natural hair but it’s often overlooked. Here are some tips to help you out:

    How To Apply Your Hot Oil Treatment
    1. Put your oil in a heat safe plastic bottle or glass container.
    2. Place the container in a pot of hot water for a minute or two.
    3. Test on wrist and then apply oil to scalp, roots and length of hair.
    4. Massage oil into your scalp for about five minutes.
    5. Cover hair with a plastic cap.

18. Airdry often
    

    The benefits of air-drying are so many,
    I remember when i was transitioning to natural and i introduced air drying to my hair regimen.

    let me tell you, if you want to grow your natural hair try airdrying!

    I saw a difference in my hair. Letting go of heat and leaving my hair to dry was the best thing i could do for my hair.

19. Try Oil Prepoo
    

    Let’s first answer the question..

    What is a Prepoo?

    Pre-Poo: a treatment done BEFORE shampooing your hair to help aid against a shampoos tendency to strip your hair of its natural oils and moisture. Most apply their oil of choice.

     

    Cover your hair with a plastic cap and let the oil treatment sit on your hair for at least 30 minutes. For added moisture, wet a towel with warm water and wring it out. Wrap the warm towel around your head for 20-30 minutes.
    

20. Use a clarifying shampoo when hair feels too stif
    

    If your hair feels stiff then you might need a clarifying shampoo!

    What does a clarifying shampoo does?

    Thoroughly Removes Build up (hard water, styling products) Hard water build up in hair can be treated. Use Joico K-PAK Clarifying Shampoo for immediate results.

21. Try finger detangling
    

    For years we have been using combs to detangle our relaxed and natural hair yet sometimes its good to try new things.

    Try finger detangling in order to help you with less breakage and indirectly help you grow your natural hair.

    Finger detangling isnt for everyone so before you dive into it, make sure you do a test on your strands and see the response.

    I read a excellent post from heynaturals about 5 benefits of finger detangling our natural hair and i must agree that the pain is for sure less!

22. Protect your hair at night time with a satin scarf
    

    Before you go to sleep tonight think of how you are going to bed! I know it doesn’t look cute but if you want to grow your natural hair there are some things you need to change.

    One of them is the way you sleep at night, try to keep your hair in a safe style or wrap it with a silk scarf.

    Another option is to buy satin pillow cases and sleep with less fuss 🙂