How To Maximize Hair Growth

The vanity is kicking in again and because I'm a bit bored I will indulge on it for a bit. I am obsessed with growing my hair right now despite the obvious disapproval from many people. I just want to have a longer hair soon to give the elusion (delusion) of a thinner face.

Did you know that hair grows an average of 6 inches per year? That's half inch a month! If that's the case, I will only have an additional of 4 inches when the year ends. That's so little....:( I want to have long and a bit of wavy hair. Can I pull it off? We'll see. I was so tempted to buy some hair extensions once; but I am not so sure how long they will last though. Besides I don't have the budget for that right now so I will stick to the good old *waiting for hair to grow* tactic.

When will I ever have this kind of hair???
Uhmmm in 3 years maybe!? Wahhhh. It will take a lot of will power on my part not to cut my hair though. I have the tendency to cut and cut when I am in the mood or bored. Anyway, I've read about tips on how to maximize hair growth and I've learned there's no fast way really but you can do these things to help grow a healthier head of hair.

1. Right Vitamins - It is also important to include B-6, biotin, Inositol and folic acid in the supplemental program. It has been found that certain minerals including magnesium, sulfur, silica and zinc are also very important toward maintaining healthy hair. Beta-carotene is also essential to hair growth because it is converted to vitamin A as the body needs it, helps maintain normal growth and bone development, protective sheathing around nerve fibers, as well as promoting healthy skin, hair and nails. Beta-carotene is found in green and yellow vegetables and fruits.
2. Protein - a diet that is too low in protein may cause some thinning in hair or a retardation in the growth cycle. The converse is true, If you eat a protein-rich diet it will often result in improved hair growth.
3. Eat right, exercise, reduce stress, rest, gets lots of sleep and your are well on your way to maximizing your hair growth potential.
4. Drink lots of water.
   

Here are some other hair growing tips:

1. Eliminate or cut back on smoking, caffeine and carbonated sodas which weaken the body and block maximum hair growing potential.
2. Eat a healthy diet. Avoid foods that are high in sugar or fat.
3. Treat your hair like a piece of fine old lace. Treat it carefully avoiding any unnecessary brushing, combing or handling.
4. Avoid use of hot water, hot blow dryers or other hair care tools that may stress the hair.
5. Have a weekly scalp massage to provide stimulation to the hair follicles.
6. Do a series of ongoing hot oil treatments to protect the hair's shaft.
7. Have regular trims to eliminate split ends and allow the hair to look and feel healthier.
8. Get plenty of rest and sleep to allow your body to grow hair. - Source