Well, blossomed: how to grow hair for a man

It seems that a man can grow his hair easily and naturally. Do not go to the hairdresser for six months – and you will have a head of hair. But this is not always the case. In order for the result not to disappoint, you will have to make an effort.

What determines the rate of hair growth in men?

After many years of fashion for beavers and army haircuts, the following have become relevant again:

  • rocker “patles”;

  • romantic squares and cascades, like from fairy tales about princes;

  • tails and braids in the Viking style, symbolizing strength, pressure, masculinity.

Many men want to grow their hair out, but often take on this task without preparation – they simply let go of the strands, stopping cutting them. And if the hair is not very thick, if it is straight, brittle, hard, naughty, prone to dryness or, conversely, to oiliness, it does not work out very well. It seems that the hair is simply not taken care of, and its owner is sloppy or he has no time to take care of himself. The experts we turned to to figure out how to grow hair out for men were unanimous. Have to:

  • regularly trim the strands from the moment when the hair grows to the earlobes (otherwise they will look untidy);

  • get additional care products (one shampoo may not be enough!);

  • be patient – no one knows how long hair will grow, but they definitely won’t add more than 1-2 cm in length per month.

The rate of hair growth in men (however, in women too) is affected by:

  • age – the older we are, the more difficult it is to grow hair (over the years, metabolic and cellular processes slow down, and some of the hair follicles simply die};

  • genetics – we inherit a certain number of hair follicles, and there will be no more of them, no matter how much we would like it; genes determine both hair density and growth rate;

  • hormones – due to their excess or lack (in a word, imbalance), hair begins to thin, fall out, and their growth stops; if there is such a problem, you need to visit a trichologist and an endocrinologist, otherwise the guy will not be able to grow his hair;

  • nutrition – meager or excessive, with a lot of sugar, salt, trans fats, will not help a man grow hair quickly; if you add unrefined vegetable oils, nuts, fish to the menu and lean on protein, as well as foods rich in vitamins A, B, E and K, the strands will grow faster;

  • ecology – it affects not only our well-being, the functioning of internal organs, but also the health of the skin and hair;

  • care – cosmetics are able to strengthen hair, protect it from negative environmental factors, prevent cross-section and brittleness.

Paradoxically, in order to grow hair, you have to constantly trim it.

How to grow hair for a man: useful tips

They say that most of all long hair goes to guys with a square or oval face and strong-willed chin. But does that mean other men shouldn’t even start growing their hair? Of course not! Here are some tips on how to try to grow your hair faster at home.

Lead a healthy lifestyle

Hair does not like alcohol and nicotine, since their use is pure intoxication of the body. With such “helpers” it will be problematic for a man to grow long hair. Alcohol and cigarettes affect the ability of hair to regenerate – they slow down their growth, make them brittle, brittle. There is evidence that alcohol can even affect the color of the strands – accelerate the appearance of gray hair. But an active lifestyle, sports, outdoor walks improve microcirculation in the scalp and thereby activate the growth of healthy hair. All this will help a man grow his hair after a short haircut. So the call: “Keep a healthy lifestyle” is not just words.

Balance your diet

About the vitamins and minerals necessary for the health and growth of hair, we talked in detail here. In short, most of all our strands need:

  • animal protein, since the hair shaft is almost 90% composed of keratin proteins;

  • vitamins A, E, D and group B;

  • minerals – iron, zinc, iodine, copper, selenium, magnesium and potassium.

After consulting with a doctor, you can choose a special preparation with the necessary vitamins and amino acids, which will help a man accelerate hair growth. But at the same time, you have to watch your diet. For example, excessively fatty, sweet, salty and smoked foods provoke excess sebum production, which interferes with the growth of healthy hair.

Do you want to grow your hair? Get ready to take care of them.

Take good care of your hair

If you want to grow your hair quickly and at the same time do not want the strands to hang like tow, split and break, in addition to shampoo, you will need other hair and scalp care products. Also, a good comb. The more the hair grows, the drier the ends become. And you need to comb more often so that the strands do not get confused, and the sebum is evenly distributed along the entire length.

Once a week, it is recommended to apply a mask or leave-in care product. And after each wash – use a balm or conditioner. You can borrow these funds from a friend. Garnier Expert Creator Evgeny Sedoy believes that men’s and women’s shampoos, balms and conditioners are fundamentally no different from each other: “Most often, the difference is only in the fragrance and packaging design: black, gray and brown bottles look more brutal on the men’s bathroom shelf. Yes, sometimes the products have a floral aroma, but most often it disappears after 10-20 minutes after washing.

Suitable for styling:

  • hair gel / pomade (fixes curls, adds shine to hair);

  • dry shampoo (helps fix the hairstyle);

  • oil (facilitates combing, detangling and styling hair);

  • thermal protection (prevents structural damage when blow-drying).

Avoid stressful situations

The hormone cortisol, which is released during times of stress, slows down hair growth and can cause hair loss. And if you can’t avoid unpleasant situations, you should at least change your attitude towards them (spoiler — a good psychotherapist will help).

Visit your hairdresser regularly

You need to go to the salon at least once every two months. How to cut your hair to grow your hair? At the first stage, ask the hairdresser to keep the maximum length at the crown, and on the sides, in front and at the temples – to lighten the strands by making a light thinning. This will make them look neater and easier to style. At the next stage of hair growth, you will need to remove only split ends, thinning is no longer needed.

Hair products for men

We have compiled a selection of suitable products for men and guys who have decided to grow their hair. To maintain hair growth, it is worth focusing on strengthening cosmetics.

Strengthening shampoo “Growth in full force”, Garnier

The shampoo not only cleanses, but also has a strengthening effect. Hair becomes stronger and less prone to falling out. This efficiency is achieved through a special set of components. The active substances are ceramide and fruit concentrate.

Shampoo Elseve “Fibrology”, L’Oréal Paris

Its active ingredient filoxan thickens the hair. The hair does not get bigger, but they become more magnificent, thicker and stronger. Moreover, the result is noticeable after the first application.

Firming conditioner Fructis “Thick and luxurious”, Garnier

The soloist in it is the fibracelan molecule, which increases the volume and density of the hair. And pomegranate extract helps her – moisturizes, softens hair, makes it silky. The overall result is that the hair looks lush and healthy.

Elseve Power Mask against hair loss “Ultra strength”, L’Oréal Paris

Biotin, vitamin B5 and arginine are a great trio of active ingredients that perfectly strengthen the hair, which means that regrown strands will look great. The tool does not contain silicones, it can be used both as a mask and as a leave-in treatment.

Men’s shampoo conditioner Nourishing Shampoo + Conditioner, Kiehl’s

Unlike women, men don’t like to fiddle with skincare steps. Therefore, a two-in-one shampoo-conditioner is optimal. Exotic praxis oil leaves hair soft, while a blend of eucalyptus, cedarwood and sandalwood oils hydrates the scalp and leaves it feeling fresh. Regrown hair will look healthy and beautiful!

Strengthening mask Fructis for weakened hair prone to falling out, “Growth in full force”, Garnier

Ceramide and apple extract help to smooth the surface of the hair and strengthen it from within. The tool perfectly nourishes and moisturizes the hair, making them shiny. Great growth support!

Tonic shampoo against hair loss and thinning Dercos Aminexil, Vichy

The Aminexil molecule and vitamins PP, B5 and B6 are the very “secret ingredients” that help strengthen the grown hair and protect it from falling out.

Salon treatments to speed up hair growth

Among the effective remedies that help a man grow hair, there are salon procedures. We talk about the most effective, in our opinion.

Mesotherapy

Vitamin injections help to wake up hair follicles, normalize the water-fat balance of the scalp and activate hair growth.

Massage

Manual and hardware – in order to accelerate hair growth, both are good. Which one to choose, it is better to consult a specialist. The procedure should be selected taking into account the individual characteristics of your hair and their general condition.

Ozone therapy

Ozone helps oxygenate tissues. After this procedure, many notice that the hair begins to grow vigorously.

Plasmolifting

For those who want their hair to be not just long, but also thick and look well-groomed, you can try this injection procedure. It promotes tissue regeneration and revitalizes the scalp. And this implies active and healthy hair growth.

Summary results

Briefly about the main thing.

How to grow hair for a man? 

First of all, you will have to be patient: the hair will grow back for a long time, no faster than 1-2 cm per month. Then you need to constantly trim your hair and take care of it more carefully, using shampoo, balm, conditioner and even hair masks.

 

What determines how fast hair grows? 

From so many factors – genetics, age, hormones, nutrition, ecology, the presence or absence of bad habits and, of course, care.

How to grow a boy’s hair? 

Just like a man, woman or girl:

  • balance the diet

  • lead a healthy lifestyle;

  • take proper care of your hair

  • avoid stress;

  • visit the hairdresser regularly.

What procedures will help accelerate hair growth? 

  • Mesotherapy;

  • massage;

  • ozone therapy;

  • plasma lifting.

The choice depends on the condition of the hair. Consult with a trichologist who will tell you which of the procedures is more effective in your case.

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