Many men want to grow their hair longer but have trouble doing so. There are many reasons why it can be challenging to grow hair. Although black hair grows just as fast as other types of hair — roughly a half inch each month — it is often very curly, fragile, brittle, and dry. This makes black hair susceptible to breaking, and the more it breaks, the shorter it seems.
While genes and diet play an important role in how long hair grows, how you care for your hair may play an even larger role in growing black hair. Here are some hair growth tips for black men.
Trim off damaged and split ends regularly, as they will interfere with the hair growth process.
Keep hair clean. Clean hair and a clean scalp help hair grow faster. When hair is dirty, the dirt clogs the hair follicles, which makes it more difficult for hair to grow. But try not to shampoo every day, as black men’s hair is easily damaged, and daily shampoos can actually cause breakage. Cleanse with conditioner instead.
Rinse hair only with lukewarm water. Hot water dries the hair and makes it brittle.
Lubricate your hair. Applying a moisturizer to the hair can greatly reduce the amount of split ends and breakage and promote growth. But be sure to use only a little so your hair doesn’t become oily.
Add vitamin B supplements to your diet, as vitamin B has been shown to help increase the rate of hair growth.
Bone up on protein either by eating a high protein diet filled with meat, fish, eggs, avocados, nuts, and beans, or by adding protein supplements to your drinks, as protein strengthens hair and encourages growth.
Increase your folic acid intake. Folic acid is critical to hair health and growth. You can easily eat a diet high in folic acid by making soybeans, green vegetables, and carrots a part of your daily menu.
By following these simple tips, you can easily grow your hair to get any look you want.
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