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How do you keep your hair healthy and growing?

Laura Martin
Licensed Cosmetologist
Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.

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Massage your scalp for a few minutes every day to promote growth. Get regular trims to keep the ends healthy so hair can stay strong as it grows.

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What makes your hair grow faster?

Laura Martin
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Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.

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A balanced diet and plenty of water optimizes your hair's growth potential. Hair also grows faster in the summer months.

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How do you get gorgeous hair?

Laura Martin
Licensed Cosmetologist
Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.

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Make your hair look it's best by treating it well. Shampoo and condition with products specially designed for your hair type and avoid chemical treatments and heat styling.

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What promotes hair growth?

Laura Martin
Licensed Cosmetologist
Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.

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General health has a lot to do with hair growth. Eating a nutritious diet and drinking lots of water promote hair growth. Biotin supplements also encourage growth.

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How can I get amazing hair?

Yan Kandkhorov
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Yan Kandkhorov is a Hair Stylist and Owner of K&S Salon, a hair salon based in New York City's Meatpacking District. Yan has over 20 years of experience in the hair industry, is best known for paving the way for iconic hair trends in the industry, and has operated his salon since 2017. His hair salon has been voted one of the Best Hair Salons in New York City in 2019 by Expertise. Yan and K&S Salon has collaborated with leading fashion magazines and celebrities such as Marie Clair USA, Lucy Magazine, and Resident Magazine.

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To keep your hair healthy and strong, wash it only every 2-3 days. Use leave-in conditioner and sprays to make your hair silky, but research the products you're using to make sure they won't dry out your hair. If you use protein treatments, do so sparingly. Otherwise, it can do more harm than good. Get a haircut at least every 3 months to prevent split ends.

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If I do this for two months, how many inches would my hair grow?

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Depending on the way your hair spreads its natural oils, it could grow 1/2 to 2 inches in two months.

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How do I keep my hair looking shiny all day?

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To keep your hair looking shiny all day, use leave-in conditioner, natural oils for the hair, or just get a nice brush that suits your hair type.

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Other than cutting my hair, is there a way to get rid of split ends?

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There is no definite way to get rid of split ends without cutting, but to help split ends, fortunately there are a few tips. For a stay at home day, condition your ends with a deep conditioning product, and twisting your hair up into a bun all day. Rinse out at night. Use hair care products especially made for helping with split ends.

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How many times a week should I shower?

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You should shower everyday, but you should wash your hair only 2 to 4 times a week. How often you wash your hair depends on your hair type and how curly or straight it is.

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How do I stop my hair from falling out?

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Consider doing a protein treatment every three months. Also, stop using heat styling and putting in too many chemical products into your hair. Lastly, consider eating more foods that are rich in vitamin E.

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How do I dye my hair with lemon juice?

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Simply cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice onto your hair. Rub it in and go out in the sun for 30 minutes to an hour. Do this every day for a week and you should see results.

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How can I keep my hair from breaking and straighten my curls?

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Be sure to use a good moisturizing shampoo and conditioner to keep your hair hydrated; if you hair is too dry, it will break. When you straighten your hair, be sure to use a good heat protection spray. Use a lower temperature, if possible, and wait until the hair has cooled before you straighten that part of hair again. Try to avoid straightening when possible, however, as it is very damaging to hair, even with the heat protection spray.

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If I have straight hair, how can I make it stay curly?

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First, you can do some non-heat curls by braiding slightly damp hair and sleeping overnight in them. The next day, to hold the curls, spray your hair with aerosol hairspray.

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What is the best treatment for unhealthy hair?

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Deep conditioning treatments, hot oil treatments, and weekly trips to the salon to trim splits ends. Or you can restart by cutting your hair into a shorter style.

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What if my mom buys me shampoo and conditioner mixed together?

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You can ask her to buy you separate shampoo and conditioner because that generally works better. The shampoo washes dirt, oil, and product buildup out of your hair, then the conditioner deposits nourishing ingredients on your hair. When they're mixed, they can kind of get in the way of each other's jobs.

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What methods are useful for people with oily scalps?

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Don't wash your hair a lot, it puts even more oil into your scalp. Try only washing your hair every four days, and only condition the ends of your hair. Also: Pay close attention to what products you use! A lot of hair gel makes your hair very greasy, so dry shampoo is your best bet. Curling irons can be bad for your hair, but luckily there are a ton of heat-free curl tutorials online.

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How can I make my hair soft and curly if its too strong?

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When washing your hair, try leaving in conditioner for 2/3 minutes to make it softer. Also, for curly hair you can use a curling iron/curling wand and use hairspray to secure. If you would like to try a non-heat method of curling your hair their are many great tutorials on YouTube.

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I straightened my hair, but it turns wavy. How do I keep it straight?

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Wash your hair, and when drying, rub your hair downward with a very soft, gentle towel or t-shirt. While it's damp, apply a light amount of hair gel and VERY GENTLY brush your hair, brushing the bottom first and working your way up. Take a hair dryer and a round brush, and gently brush your hair (a small section at a time) while drying it. If your hair is just slightly wavy, you might not even need a straightener anymore, but if your hair is very wavy or curly you probably will. When your hair is FULLY dry, then use your flat iron.

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How can I get rid of dandruff and greasy hair?

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For greasy hair, use Aveda Brilliant shampoo and a small bit of the conditioner as well. For dandruff, wash twice per day!

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How do I get smooth hair?

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Use a conditioner and a leave-in hair mask for daily use. That will help, especially if your hair is curly and frizzy.

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How do I get longer and thicker hair?

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Take good care of your hair and you will see that it starts to grow. If you want thicker hair, you can take vitamin C, B7, B3 or special vitamins for hair growth. You can find these at the drugstore.

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How do I keep my hair from getting too messy?

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Shower every day, and use conditioner after you dry your hair with a towel. Try braiding your hair before you go to bed so that it doesn't tangle up in your sleep, just make sure you brush your hair up again in the morning, and add some natural oil for shiny and soft hair.

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Can I use mineral oil instead of coconut oil?

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It depends on your hair type. If coconut oil damages or hurts your hair, try mineral oil, and if neither types of oil help, find an oil that actually helps, such as live, safflower, or almond.

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How do I make my hair softer?

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After washing your hair with shampoo, wash your hair with conditioner. Make sure to apply it properly.

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How often should I brush my hair if I have curly hair?

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Brushing your hair before a shower will make it tangle-free. You can comb it when wet (with a wide-toothed comb), but be very careful, as it is fragile. Do not brush your hair when it is dry, unless you don’t mind frizz. Finger-combing is best, but a wide-toothed comb works, too. Put in some oil or anti-frizz cream and go about your day.

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