15 Ways to Make Your Hair Grow Faster & Longer

Learn the techniques and products that will grow your hair quickly

Co-authored by Nine Morrison

Last Updated: April 25, 2025 Approved

Healthy hair usually grows between 0.25–0.5 in (0.64–1.27 cm) per month. This means that the key to having fast-growing hair is to have healthy hair! Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to keep your locks in great condition, like choosing the right hair products, using the best hair care techniques, and making healthy lifestyle changes.

Here are 15 tips to help get you on your way to fast-growing hair.

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Protect your hair with sulfate-free products, microfiber towels, and satin pillowcases. Wash your hair with lukewarm water and avoid using heat tools or chemical treatments. Wash and condition your hair 2-3 times per week and brush it daily with a natural boar bristle brush. Get a trim every 10-12 weeks.

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Protect your hair with sulfate-free hair care products.

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Sulfate tends to make hair more frizzy and dry, which makes it more prone to breakage. Instead, use sulfate-free hair care products to protect your hair. Stick to hair care products that are made from natural ingredients, which will keep your hair feeling nourished and moisturized.^{[1]
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- Using sulfate-free hair products is particularly important if you dye or use chemical treatments on your hair.

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Wash your hair with cold or lukewarm water to prevent breakage.

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With this technique, your hair will be healthier and able to grow out more quickly. After you have finished washing your hair with lukewarm water, rinse it out with cold water to close your hair follicles. This reduces your chances of frizz and hair loss.^{[2]
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- Avoid washing your hair with hot or scorching water. This will strip your hair of moisture, making it more susceptible to falling out.
- You only need to rinse your hair with cold water for a few seconds.^{[3]
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Dry your hair with a thin, microfiber towel.

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A microfiber towel dries your hair without damaging fragile hairs as a cotton towel would. Just wrap your hair up in a microfiber towel in the same way that you would with a thick cotton towel.^{[4]
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- Air-drying your hair can also help immensely to keep it healthy. Use a microfiber towel to dry your hair to about 60%, and then let the rest dry naturally.

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Switch to a silk or satin pillowcase.

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Cotton pillowcases create friction with your hair. Unfortunately, this makes it more prone to damage and less likely to grow out. Instead, change your pillowcase for something softer, such as silk or satin. ^{[5]
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- Using a silk or satin pillowcase also means that you will wake up with fewer tangles.

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Ditch heat styling tools to encourage faster hair growth.

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Heat styling tools can damage and break your hair since they strip away the moisture. Let your hair dry naturally, and avoid styling it with curlers or straighteners.^{[6]
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- Your hair will be able to grow out faster when it’s healthy and not damaged.

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Steer clear of chemical treatments.

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Even keratin treatments aren’t a great option for your hair. Although keratin is essential for strong hair, the ingredients and high temperatures involved in chemical treatments tend to do far more damage than good. Chemical treatments tend to thin your hair, making it more susceptible to breakage and loss.^{[7]
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- Shampoos and conditioners that contain keratin are fine to use, as it’s mainly the process of chemical treatments which is damaging.

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Wash your hair with shampoo 2-3 times per week.

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Shampoo cleans your hair and strips it of the natural oils from your scalp. These are actually there to keep your hair soft and healthy. It’s only necessary to fully wash your hair a few times a week, as this avoids drying your hair out by removing the natural oils.^{[8]
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- If you want to feel refreshed on the days in between hair washes, simply rinsing your hair with water will do.

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Condition your hair every time your shampoo it.

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Conditioner helps keep your hair healthy, strong, and less breakage-prone. Once you have rinsed out the shampoo, massage conditioner through your hair. Leave it in for 3-5 minutes before thoroughly rinsing it out.^{[9]
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- Read the label on your conditioner to check how long you should leave your specific product in for.

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Use a deep conditioner once per week.

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Deep conditioner helps keep your hair moisturized. Heat up your deep conditioner to 35 °C (95 °F) in the microwave before applying it to your hair. Pay particular attention to the ends of your hair, as this is where the hair is the oldest and most damaged. Leave the deep conditioner in for 15-30 minutes before washing it out.^{[10]
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- Using a deep conditioner once per week is a good place to begin. If it makes your hair feel weak or limp, try using the deep conditioner once every 2-3 weeks. Alternatively, if your hair still feels dry, try using the deep conditioner twice per week, or even swap your regular conditioner for it.

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Brush your hair daily with a natural boar bristle brush.

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Regular brushing helps to stimulate blood flow to your scalp. This means that your strands of hair will be stronger and healthier. Start brushing your hair from the tips to remove the knots, and slowly work your way up. Don’t brush your hair vigorously.^{[11]
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- Brushing your hair also helps to distribute the natural oils from your scalp and down to the tips. This keeps your hair moisturized and protected, meaning that it will be able to grow longer.

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Get your hair trimmed every 10-12 weeks.

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Consistent haircuts help prevent split ends. Trimming your hair regularly can sound counterintuitive; however, this will help your hair to stay healthy and strong, which means that it will grow longer in the long run. Ask your hairdresser to remove around 0.125 in (0.32 cm) at each trim.^{[12]
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- Waiting longer in between hair trims may mean that split ends form, which could result in your hair breaking higher up than where it would be trimmed anyway.

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Massage your scalp for 3-5 minutes with your fingertips, once per day.

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This, in turn, can help stimulate hair growth. Simply place 2 fingertips on your scalp, and move them around in a circular motion. Cover the whole of your scalp, pressing firmly but gently.^{[13]
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Eat foods that are protein- and biotin-rich.

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These nutrients can possibly help your hair grow. These include chicken, fish, eggs, and soy products just to name a few. Taking a biotin supplement is also a good way to ensure that you reach the recommended intake of 30 micrograms.^{[14]
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- Biotin, also known as Vitamin B7 or Vitamin H helps your body to metabolize fats, carbohydrates, and amino acids. These are the building blocks of protein, which may assist your hair follicles in growing hair faster.
- Eating a diet that is rich in biotin and protein may also help your nails to be stronger and your eyelashes to grow.

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Consume plenty of vitamins and minerals in your diet.

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Fruits and veggies help your hair, skin, and nails become healthy and strong. You can also take a daily multivitamin if you are concerned that you aren’t getting enough of each vitamin and mineral.^{[15]
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- Spinach is a great vegetable to potentially help your hair grow out faster. Spinach is high in protein and vitamins A and C, and each of these helps to moisturize your scalp. Not having enough of these vitamins can make your hair brittle and damaged, which won’t help it to grow quickly.^{[16]
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- Broccoli is another great vegetable which may help your hair to stay healthy and strong. Broccoli is rich in A, C, and essential B vitamins, which aids your hair in staying moisturized, as well as growing thick and healthy.
- If you decide to take a daily multivitamin, make sure that it contains vitamins A, C, and E, to reduce your risk of hair damage and loss.^{[17]
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Supplements can help nourish your hair. "Supplements address common hair and scalp issues like oily scalp, dry hair, and thinning hair with blends of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids."

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Drink 2 to 3 L (68 to 101 fl oz) of water daily.

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This helps keep your hair hydrated. Start drinking more water each day by adding an extra glass, and slowly increasing your intake. Staying hydrated means that your hair may become more moisturized and healthy, which may help it to grow longer over a shorter amount of time.
- Plain water doesn’t have to be your only source. Herbal tea is also a good option, and many fruits and vegetables have a high water content.

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Damaged hair is fragile and if the ends or frayed they may continue to split, spreading the damage deeper into the hair. It is very hard to increase length if your hair is already damaged.

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The best way to prevent damage to your hair is to get regular trims and use professional-grade products, especially shampoo and conditioner.

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Try using hair masks that will nourish and revive your hair and help it grow out faster. Hair masks with argan oil, rice water, and keratin are thought to be especially good for hair health.

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Use the right brush for your hair type to promote growth and reduce breakage. People with curly or wavy hair should use wide tooth combs, and people with fine hair should use a tighter brush.
On the night before washing your hair, put castor oil on the roots and ends and leave it overnight. Castor oil may help stregnthen your hair and help it grow faster.
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There are many expensive, specialty products available that will claim to be able to help you grow your hair at an unnaturally fast rate. Avoid wasting your time and money on these, and stick to caring for your hair through how you wash and treat it, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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There is no quick fix for growing your hair long very fast. Be consistent with how you care for your hair, and you will eventually see results.

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