How to Decide to Grow Short Hair Long

Both men and women tend to tire of their shorter 'dos if they've had the same look for a long time. A way to change things up is to decide to grow your hair long. Although it sounds simple to do, there is more to it than you might think.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

1. Ask your hairdresser for advice. Before you make the decision to grow your hair out, ask your hairdresser for her opinion. she can give you some tips on how to keep your hair healthy during the process.

2. Use virtual makeover software. To check your look before you grow out your hair, upload your picture into a makeover software program. These programs allow you to test out different hairstyles.

3. Put on a wig. To test drive your long hair, purchase a wig that is going to be the length that you plan to grow your hair.

4. Get regular trims. Once you decide to grow your hair out, it doesn't mean that you stop cutting your hair altogether. A trim is going to get rid of dead ends and make your hair appear better during the transition phase.

5. Wear hair accessories while you are waiting for it to grow long enough to place in a ponytail. A hat or a headband can be used to keep your hair under control once you have decided to grow it out.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember to talk to your partner before growing your hair out. They may not be thrilled with the idea.

• If your hair seems unmanageable or is growing out in a strange way, go to your hairdresser to see if you can have it styled in a certain way while waiting for it to finish growing.