How to Make Curly Colored Hair Grow
Those who have curly hair know that it takes a long to grow. Adding hair chemicals to the mix, like hair dye, does not help either. Hair, no matter the kind you have, takes a long time to grow. It is difficult to see the results of patiently waiting for curly hair to grow long compared to straight hair because it is delicate and some hair only coils up into tighter curls as the hair grows. With proper hair care and persistence, even colored curly hair will turn into long locks. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Do not wash your curly hair as often. Shampoo can strip colored curly hair of its much-needed moisture, which can make it more prone to becoming dry and break. Naturally Curly recommends washing curly hair with shampoo at least once a week and doing a "conditioner wash" daily. A conditioner wash is where you wet your hair in the shower to get rid of any hair products and then apply conditioner to your hair that has emollients, proteins and humectants.
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Eat protein and iron. Protein and iron, according to Hairstlye.com, helps you grow strong hair. Therefore, a balanced diet that includes items like lean meats, eggs, cheese and nuts is essential to making curly colored hair grow.
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Massage your scalp for at least 5 minutes a day. Like massages on other areas of your body, scalp massages promote blood flow to the area.
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Use a leave-in conditioner. If coloring your curly hair has made it extra dry, use a leave in conditioner after a daily conditioner wash. However, if a leave-in conditioner makes your hair too greasy, consider using a deep moisturizing treatment occasionally instead.
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Prevent hair breakage. Never brush curly hair while it is dry. You should detangle curls with a wide-toothed comb while the hair is still wet and has conditioner in it. When possible, let your hair air-dry. In addition, use hair accessories that will not end up tangled in your hair or pull it out. For example, an office rubber band is more likely to get tangled in your hair than a ponytail.
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Supplement your diet. Talk to your doctor about your desire to grow your curly hair longer and talk to him about what vitamin supplements are most beneficial for this cause. Hairstyle.com states vitamins B, C, E, K and A are best for growing hair long. However, consuming an excess of vitamins A and K can make you sick, so it is best to talk to your doctor before self-supplementing.
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References
- Photo Credit girl with curly hair image by Galina Barskaya from Fotolia.com
