How to Grow Thick Hair in Less Than a Month

Women love to have long and thick hair.

And while it does require much more maintenance, there is nothing more beautiful than long and thick hair.

Just think of how different a woman looks when her hair is thinning.

There are a couple of reasons why your hair is thinning.

But what is important is that you take action, and not let your hair to thin out completely.

With that in mind, we will talk about how to grow thick hair, and what is the cause of the thinning.

Causes of hair thinning

  • Stress is damaging to your emotional health, but it is also among the main causes of hair thinning
  • Pollution, dirt, and dust are three environmental factors that can dehydrate the hair follicles of your hair, resulting in breakage and fail
  • Poor nutrition is another cause of concern. When your body has a deficiency in vitamins and minerals, mainly iron or magnesium, it is almost certain that it will affect the health of your hair
  • Hormonal imbalances occur to many reasons, but menopause, obesity, and irregular menstrual circles can all cause your hair to fall off
  • Last, but not least, genetics play a role. When you have a family history of baldness, chances are you might suffer from hair loss as well

Tips for growing thick hair

How To Grow Thick Hair

  • Massage your scalp on a regular basis. Best to use is coconut oil. Massage for a couple of minutes, and then leave it overnight. Wash in the morning to stimulate blood circulation in your scalp
  • Make sure to use chemical-free hair products. While many offer and promise thicker hair, not all of them are effective. Check the label to avoid products that contain harmful chemicals that will hamper your hair growth. Some of the chemicals to avoid include parabens, silicones, sodium lauryl sulfate, and more
  • There is a right way to wash your hair, and one of the first rules is not to wash your hair every day with a shampoo. Washing your hair daily with a shampoo will prevent the scalp from producing natural oils that nourish your hair
  • Avoid hot water when washing your hair, as it dries your hair and makes it brittle. Use lukewarm hair, or if you can, cold water
  • Try to dry out your hair naturally as often as possible. Just tap your wet hair lightly with a towel, and leave it open for a while without touching it. If you want to dry it faster, sit under the fan or expose your hair to the sun for some time
  • Make sure you hydrate your hair from the inside out and topically. That means using a conditioner on a regular basis after washing your hair
  • Avoid using plastic and metal brushes with crowded teeth when you comb your hair. Also, never comb your hair when it is wet. Best is to use a wide-toothed comb, and comb the hair gently to untangle it. Be careful not to overdo it, two times per day is enough
  • Minimize the use of heat styling tools as much as possible, as heat will dry your hair and make it prone to breakage. Natural styling methods like buns, braids, and plaits work best
  • Trim your hair at regular intervals, and for women, best is to trim it every three months. This will give you a chance to get rid of the split ends
  • Try to find a way and a technique to manage stress in your life. Mental peace is extremely important for growing thick hair
  • As mentioned previously, nutrition is very important. For growing a thick hair, follow a well-balanced diet that is rich in protein, vitamins A, E, and E, iron, calcium, omega-3 fatty acids, and magnesium

Treatments for thick hair

Egg hair mask

eggs and olive oil

We talked about nutrition and protein, and eggs have a load of it.

But you can also give your hair an egg hair mask treatment.

Protein is very important for your body to build strong and thick hair.

Here is how to prepare an egg treatment:

  1. Beat 1 or 2 eggs together. Apply the eggs to the scalp of your damp hair
  2. Leave the eggs to stay on your hair for 30 minutes, and then wash with warm water and mild shampoo

Alternatively:

  1. Mix 1 egg yolk, 2 tablespoon of water, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  2. Apply the mixture on your dry hair and leave it to stay for 15 minutes
  3. Rinse with warm water and mild shampoo

Castor oil

castor oil

One of the best treatments for thick hair is castor oil.

Rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, castor oil can improve the health of your hair.

The best part is you can easily apply with no previous preparation.

Simply rub castor oil over your scalp and hair until you fully coat the hair.

Leave it to stay for 30 minutes, and then rinse with warm water.

Olive oil

Olive oil

Speaking of oils that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, we cannot forget olive oil.

You also get other nutrients that are essential for the overall health of your hair.

When applied directly, the oil will promote thicker hair growth.

In the same time, olive oil helps you soften the hair and relieve your dry scalp.

Here is how to prepare the treatment:

  1. Heat olive oil to body temperature
  2. Massage warm oil into the scalp and hair with your fingers
  3. Leave the oil to stay there for 30 minutes, and then rinse with mild shampoo
  4. If you like, you can add honey to the olive oil for even more nourishment. For this treatment, you need to leave the mask to stay overnight

Avocado

Avocado and coconut oil

Avocado might not be an oil, but it is rich in fatty acids that are crucial for hair growth.

In the same time, avocado is a great moisturizer.

Prepare this mask and use it two times per week to help your hair grow thicker and healthier.

  1. Combine the fruit of 1 avocado and 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  2. Apply to dry hair and to your scalp
  3. Let the mask work for 30 minutes, and then rinse thoroughly with a mild shampoo

Orange Puree

orange puree

Oranges are rich in vitamin C, pectin, and acids that can help your hair grow thicker in a number of ways.

For starters, vitamins improve your hair’s natural luster, which will make it look appear thicker.

In the same time, acids in oranges help you get rid of residue from hair products that are damaging your hair and interfere with hair growth.

Here is how you can use oranges:

  1. Blend fresh oranges to create an orange puree
  2. Massage the puree into your scalp
  3. Leave it to stay for 1 hour, and then rinse it out. Follow up with a light conditioner to rehydrate your hair

Aloe Gel

aloe for acne

Aloe is known to be helpful for the skin, but you can also use this plant for your scalp and hair.

Apply directly to strengthen your hair and make t thicker over time.

There are a lot of commercial products that contain aloe, but you can make a home treatment as well.

  1. Rub some aloe vera gel from a fresh plant into the scalp
  2. Let it sit there for 30 minutes
  3. Rinse and repeat two times per week
  4. Alternatively, you can add coconut or olive oil to the aloe vera gel for even more nourishment