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If you no longer feel comfortable with your new hairstyle and long for your long mane, you need one thing above all: patience! Master hairdresser Sven Hentschel knows which tricks can be used to stimulate hair growth.

How fast does hair grow?

Our hair grows approx. 0.3 to 0.4 millimeters per day (1 to 1.5 centimeters per month) and not at the same time. About 15 percent of our hair is in a resting phase, while the other hair grows in a constantly cyclical process. So we distinguish between three phases.

• Phase 1 is the growth phase, which lasts about two to six years. During this phase, hair grows about an inch per month.
• Phase 2 is the transition phase, which lasts about two weeks. During this time, the hair stops growing and detaches from the hair root.
• Phase 3 is the resting phase, which lasts about two to four months. In this phase, the hair is completely separated from the hair root and no longer receives any nutrients, causing it to fall out. After about four months, the hair follicle regenerates and new hair begins to grow.

And here the question arises: is it possible to accelerate this hair growth or not? Basically, our hair growth is genetically determined. However, there are a number of ways in which we can influence our body or the hair roots in such a way that we ensure that the hair constantly grows longer.

What a balanced diet can do

Proteins, copper, silicon, and vitamins A, B, C, and E are particularly important for healthy and beautiful hair. Omega-3 fatty acids and minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, and magnesium) should not be missing either.

Which foods contain valuable substances?

Proteins	Lentils, pumpkin seeds, almonds, spelled, oats, millet
copper	Matjes, grapes, avocado, cashew nuts
Vitamin E	walnuts, sunflower seeds, olive oil
silicon	Trace element for skin, hair, and nails, found in millet, oats, and nettle
Omega-3 fatty acids	Chia-Semen, Herring, Laches

Other nutrients and vitamins can be found in peppers, spinach, broccoli, carrots, oranges, and grapefruit, for example.

Healthy lifestyle and little stress

A young woman with long hair and a yellow sweater looks to the right and smiles.

If body and soul are not in harmony, it makes us ill and can also have a negative effect on hair growth. Taking your time and allowing yourself some rest, exercising or taking a deep breath on a walk, recharging your batteries – all of this is essential.

In addition, alcohol in excess is not only harmful to our brain cells but also slows down the metabolism and thus restricts the supply of nourishment to the hair roots. Getting enough sleep is also important. Here it can be at least seven hours a night.

Recipes that increase well-being

Proper hair and scalp care

Good blood circulation in the scalp is essential because it stimulates the hair follicles, where the hair roots are formed. You can achieve this with vigorous brushing for one to two minutes a day and with an intensive scalp massage. A scalp tonic containing caffeine, biotin, and mint is recommended here. These fabrics work particularly well.

The existing hair should also be handled with particular care. It is important to avoid overuse and the resulting hair breakage. Because otherwise, the well-grown hair will quickly become shorter again.

Nourishing masks and shampoos with aloe Vera and rich argon oil care for the hair structure and counteract split ends.

Head massages and hair treatments with olive and castor oil, as well as packs with stinging nettle juice, which also build up the hair, can be used as home remedies.

When the hormonal balance is disturbed

If despite all care and a healthy lifestyle, hair growth is very poor, an underactive thyroid gland could also be responsible. Certain hormones that ensure a smooth metabolism are not released here, which can lead to inhibited hair growth or even hair loss. A test by the doctor will clarify and appropriate medication will usually help.

But the pill could also be the culprit in hormone fluctuations and disrupt hair growth. In this case, a visit to the gynecologist usually helps.

Thin hair – what helps?

Of course we all dream of beautiful and thick hair, but nature often has a different opinion. With the tips and tricks from hairdressers and expert Sven Hentschel, you can still do something about it.

Conclusion: Genetics can only be outwitted to a limited extent. So there are no real miracle cures. However, a balanced diet, a healthy lifestyle, and gentle hair care have a positive effect on hair growth.

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