I have been growing my hair out for they past year and a half and it has not always been pretty. There have been several awkward stages, that have made me want to take the scissors to it myself. Now that I’m almost out of the woods, here are some tips that have helped me along the way:
- Getting regular haircuts (10-12 weeks apart). I know it seems counterintuitive to cut hair that you want to grow, but it keeps it healthier and allows you to have style in your hair rather than have it looking like you’re desperately growing it out. Make sure your stylist knows what your end goal is, so that he/she can tailor your trims to grow out in the best possible shape for your eventual look.
- Investing in bobby pins. Sometimes all you need is to pin back that stray piece of hair until it gets a little longer. The pinning phase can be as short as a week, but sometimes it’s longer. Don’t be afraid to get creative.
- Skipping the blowdrier whenever possible. The last thing you want to do is thwart your progress by breaking your hair off. The less you heat style, the healthier your hair will be. This is not to say that you shouldn’t ever put heat on your hair; just don’t blowdry, curl, flatiron, AND krimp your hair on a daily basis.
- Having regular treatments. Whether it’s in the salon or at-home, giving your hair extra nutrients will ensure that you’re growing out strong, healthy hair. You’re asking a lot out of your hair, you should be giving back in return.
- Experiment. Try bangs, color, or more layering around your face. This keeps you from feeling stale.
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