How can I get my hair to grow faster naturally?

Adopt simple, everyday gestures to stimulate hair growth and make your hair stronger. Ricin, Mustard, Brahmi, Bhringaraj, Nard, Bay Saint Thomas oils, etc. Discover the key natural ingredients and some simple, effective tips to encourage hair growth. Fortifying oil masks, stimulating frictions, growth-activating shampoos, etc. Take advantage of our experts' invaluable advice to strengthen the hair bulb, purify the scalp and nourish and reoxygenate the hair – all essential steps in accelerating hair growth.

Also discover our experts' tips and advice for curbing hair loss and our selection of natural "anti-hair loss and hair growth stimulation" products.

By The Aroma-Zone editorial team

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Top carrier oils to stimulate hair growth

Organic mustard carrier oil

Thanks to its slightly warming effect, Mustard carrier oil is a must for boosting hair growth. It stimulates blood microcirculation in the scalp, activating growth and strengthening the hair fibre to limit breakage.

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Brahmi & Bhringaraj organic macerated oil

The castor oil in this macerate is renowned for its ultra-nourishing, strengthening, sheathing and stimulating properties. Enriched with Ayurvedic plant powders with unequalled virtues for the hair, Brahmi & Bhringaraj's macerated oil intensely nourishes, thickens fine hair and promotes faster hair growth.

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Neutral base organic hair care oil

Formulated with 8 carrier oils with incredible hair care benefits, Hair Care Oil is the perfect treatment for accelerating hair growth. As a serum or oil mask, it uses each of its oils to nourish, strengthen and invigorate the scalp and activate hair growth.

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Organic Arugula carrier oil

Arugula carrier oil is essential for strengthening the hair bulb. Rich in erucic acid, it protects the hair from damage and breakage, strengthens and coats the hair throughout its length and encourages more intense hair growth.

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Top active ingredients and natural extracts to promote hair growth

Organic grapefruit hydrosol

With its refreshing notes, Grapefruit hydrosol is ideal for promoting hair growth. Both purifying and stimulating, it is perfect for ridding the scalp of the impurities that suffocate it, helping hair to grow better.

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Organic ayurvedic plant shikakai (powder)

Particularly rich in saponins, Shikakai powder is perfect for making instant stimulating paste shampoos. It gently washes the hair and scalp, restoring shine and silkiness and promoting hair growth for beautiful, radiant hair.

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Maca vital cosmetic active ingredient

A key active ingredient for hair growth, Maca vital is ideal for strengthening your hair and limiting hair breakage. At the level of the hair bulb, it increases cell multiplication and provides more intense nutrition for longer, stronger hair!

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Organic Amla ayurvedic plant (powder)

A powerful regenerator, Amla powder is ideal for stimulating and strengthening the roots. Rich in antioxidants, it protects hair from ageing, slows the appearance of grey hair and encourages rapid hair growth.

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Ayurvedic plant Kachur Dugandhi (powder)

Fortifying, Kachur Sugandhi powder is perfect for strengthening hair at the root. Derived from Indian tradition, it is reputed to boost hair growth and encourage thicker hair while preventing split ends.

Our tips for growing hair faster

Tip 1: Scalp massage

Massage the scalp regularly to activate scalp microcirculation. For 1 to 2 minutes a day, work with your fingers or the flat of your hands to loosen the roots, leave the scalp more supple, oxygenate the hair and stimulate hair growth. Apply a stimulating serum to the roots from time to time to boost the effectiveness of the massage.

Tip 2: Scrub your scalp

Once or twice a month, exfoliate the scalp to remove excess sebum and dead skin that block the hair at the roots and restrict its growth. Gently massage the scrub into the scalp for 5 minutes and leave for 30 minutes before shampooing with a gentle length-activating shampoo. The hair is freed up at the roots and hair growth is facilitated.

Tip 3: Rinse with cold water

Give your hair a final rinse with cold water to boost hair growth. Ideal for activating blood microcirculation and giving hair bulbs a boost, the spray of cold water at the end of your shower is your essential ally. For even greater effectiveness, finish off with a fresh lotion enriched with invigorating Nettle or Rosemary verbenone hydrosols to further activate hair growth.

Tip no. 4: nourish your hair

Fill up on the vitamins, proteins and minerals you need for long, beautiful hair with capsules or drinks rich in essential nutrients. Opt for a vitamin and protein treatment based on Baobab pulp and Sweet Almond Milk. And don't forget to include Moringa powder, with its exceptional vitamin A content, in your diet to speed up hair growth.

Hair: everything you need to know about hair growth and daily advice

Hair growth

Hair has a limited lifespan and follows a clearly defined life cycle, known as the "hair cycle". This cycle is divided into three phases:

  • the anagen phase: this is the hair's growth phase, which lasts on average between 3 and 6 years.

  • the catagen phase: this is the transition phase, lasting less than a month, during which the rate of hair growth slows down.

  • the telogen phase: this is the phase that completes the cycle and corresponds to the period when the hair falls out. It lasts about 3 months.

Each hair follows its own random cycle. It is therefore perfectly normal to lose up to a hundred hairs a day. When the hair reaches the end of its life cycle, it naturally detaches from the hair follicle and falls out. A new bulb develops in its place, and a new hair begins its life cycle.


The speed of growth

The rate at which hair grows per month varies greatly from one individual to another. Experts agree that we gain an average of 1cm every 30 days. Asian hair, which is thick and strong, grows faster, but frizzy hair, which is fragile and brittle, grows much more slowly.

Food advice

Your daily diet has a significant influence on the condition of your hair. We advise you to adopt a healthy diet by eating more foods rich in nutrients and vitamins, as well as iron and zinc.

Drink plenty of water and don't forget to include fruit and vegetables, seeds and nuts, as well as eggs, lean meat and fish if you eat them. A natural food supplement (biotin) taken as a 3-month course of treatment can be useful for providing essential nutritional elements.Ashwagandha is also recommended for its many benefits. Its richness in antioxidants, iron and amino acids provides a cocktail of nutrients for healthy hair.

Daily hair care

To stimulate growth and take care of your hair every day, we recommend a few simple steps:

  • Massage your scalp for 5 minutes a day to stimulate blood circulation.

  • Moisturise your hair regularly with masks or moisturising solutions

  • Use natural but non-aggressive and chemical stimulating shampoos to care for your hair

  • Handle heating appliances such as hairdryers and straightening irons with care

  • Cut your ends regularly to preserve your locks over the long term

  • Don't brush your hair for too long and opt for loose styles

Simple, natural recipes to accelerate hair growth

Stimulating oil mask for faster hair growth

Homemade cosmetic recipe

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Pour all the ingredients into a bottle.

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Close the bottle and shake.

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All set!

A simple, effective treatment combining the powerful virtues of Amla, Mustard, Ylang-ylang and Spikenard, renowned for their anti-hair loss and hair growth stimulating properties! Apply one or two teaspoons of this Ayurvedic oil to the scalp in circular massages and spread over the lengths. Wrap a towel around your head and leave for 1 hour before shampooing.

Mask with activating plant powders to boost hair growth

Homemade cosmetic recipe

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Place the Coconut Milk, Donkey Milk and Amla powders in a bowl.

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Gradually add the grapefruit water, mixing until you obtain a smooth, homogenous paste.

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Pour in the Grapefruit essential oil and blend.

Enhance your hair with this exotic beauty treatment scented with Coconut and Grapefruit. Regenerating and fortifying, Ayurvedic Amla powder combines its virtues with Coconut and Donkey milk, which deeply nourish the hair, slowing down hair loss and promoting hair growth. For long, silky, radiant hair, apply this mask to wet hair, massaging it into the damp scalp. Leave in for 15 to 20 minutes, then shampoo out.

Growth accelerating shampoo with castor oil

Homemade cosmetic recipe

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Melt the SLSA and Sodium Coco Sulphate with the mineral water in a bain-marie over a low heat. Stir throughout the heating process, pressing the mixture against the side of the bowl to form an even, sticky paste. Tip: use a pestle to crush the mixture for best results.

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Remove from the bain-marie and add the remaining ingredients, then mix for a long time to blend.

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Fill the mould with your mixture, avoiding air bubbles. Tip: lightly oil your mould before putting in your blend to make it easier to remove from the mould.

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Chill in the fridge for about 15 minutes before removing from the mould.

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Leave your bar shampoo to dry at room temperature for at least 48 hours before use.

This Ayurvedic shampoo, enriched with strengthening active ingredients to encourage hair growth, is ideal for limp, lifeless hair that tends to fall out. It is very gentle on the scalp and leaves your hair shiny.

Grapefruit lotion for rubbing in to stimulate hair growth

Homemade cosmetic recipe

1

Pour all the ingredients into a bottle.

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Close the bottle and shake.

This refreshing lotion activates microcirculation in the scalp. Take advantage of the purifying benefits of hydrosols to rebalance the scalp and free it from impurities, promoting faster hair growth. Spray onto the scalp daily and rub in for a few seconds. Do not rinse.

Expert advice

"Avoid wrapping your hair in a towel when you get out of the shower. The thick, absorbent fibres of conventional towels do not respect the nature of the hair. They prevent the hair from breathing and tend to weaken it and slow down its growth. Smaller hairs near your face are more likely to break. Microfibre towels are highly absorbent, flexible and lightweight, so they reduce drying time and are much gentler on the hair. Also remember to trim your lengths regularly to prevent split ends. If you split your hair, it's bound to break and you'll lose length.

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How long does it take for hair to grow back?

The rate at which hair grows back varies from person to person and depends on a number of factors such as age, genetics, general state of health and hair care habits. On average, human hair tends to grow about 0.5 to 1 centimetre per month.

How much hair grows per day?

It is estimated that each hair follicle on the scalp can produce between 0.3 and 0.4 millimetres of hair per day, or around 1 to 1.5 centimetres per month. However, it is important to note that not all hair follicles are active at the same time, and hair growth can vary depending on the area of the scalp.

How can I get my hair to be more curly?

By its very nature, frizzy hair is fragile and requires special care to help it grow. Here are a few tips to stimulate hair growth:

  • Regular moisturising: frizzy hair tends to be drier. Use hair milks or moisturising sprays based on ingredients such as aloe vera or plant-based glycerine.

  • Seal in moisture: apply a carrier oil (castor, coconut or avocado) after moisturising to seal the water in the hair fibre.

  • Scalp massages: massage regularly with a stimulating oil such as castor oil or mustard oil to promote blood circulation and activate hair follicles.

  • Protective routine: avoid touching it very much and opt for protective hairstyles (braids, curls, twists) while avoiding excessive tightness to avoid damaging the roots.

  • Balanced diet: eat foods rich in vitamins A, C, E and essential fatty acids, which are necessary for hair growth.

How do I get my hair to grow?

Getting your hair to grow requires patience, care and regular maintenance. Here are a few key steps:

  • Avoid frequent trimming: there's no need to trim the ends too often, unless you have visible split ends. Instead, opt for a light refresh every 3 to 4 months.

  • Adopt an appropriate hair care routine: opt for gentle, sulphate-free shampoos and weekly repair masks to strengthen your hair all the way down and prevent breakage.

  • Stimulate the scalp: regular massages and the use of rosemary or peppermint serums or oils help to stimulate growth.

  • Avoid damaging it: reduce your use of heat sources such as straightening or curling irons and protect your hair from friction, especially at night, with a silk cap or satin pillow.

  • Be patient: on average, hair grows about 1 cm a month. A regular routine and a balanced diet will help optimise this natural process.

How can you get your hair to grow faster as a man?

For men, the hair growth process is biologically identical to that of women, and the Aroma Zone natural hair care routines apply just as much.

However, there are some specific factors that need to be taken into account. For example, male pattern baldness, often caused by hormonal factors (dihydrotestosterone or DHT), can slow hair growth or lead to localised hair loss. In this case, natural solutions such as pumpkin seed oil or pea extract (found in Aroma Zone's Anti-Hair Loss Serum) can help to slow down these effects. Finally, for men with short hair, it's also important to protect the scalp from external damage, such as the sun or pollution, which can weaken the roots.

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