World-renowned trichologist PHILIP KINGSLEY says that the human hair has the second fastest growing cells in our body- intestinal cells being the first.

Here are 7 tips for faster hair growth in men:

TIP 1- EAT HEALTHY 

Our hair reflects our overall health. For well-nurtured hair- here are the must-haves for a regular diet: 

A) WATER Your scalp (like your skin) can get dry. You should drink about 1.5-2 litres of water.

B) Protein hair is protein-based, so taking in more protein is essential. A serving of 120g of meat protein (for breakfast and lunch) is recommended. For vegetarians- you’ll want to go over 120g of plant-based sources such as nuts, beans, legumes and tofu.

C) BIOTIN Rich sources of biotin: salmon, oysters, avocados and nuts.

D) VITAMIN C Vitamin c (a resource or producing collagen) is needed for healthy hair and skin. It plays an important role as a major antioxidant that “fights off all of the cellular damage we’re doing regularly”. Citrus fruits, sweet potatoes and red peppers are the top sources of Vit c.

E) A GOOD BREAKFAST never underestimates the importance of a nutritious breakfast. It’s the refuelling point for most of your body- including your scalp and hair follicles. 

TIP 2- AVOID VERY COLD SHOWERS 

Try not to shower with chilly water- or at least try not to use it on your scalp. 

1. Cooler temperatures may constrict the capillaries on your scalp that “carry nutrients and pick up waste products from the skin’s surface” 

2. To stay on the safe side – USE LUKEWARM WATER when starting off.

TIP 3- FOCUS ON LESS SHAMPOO, MORE CONDITIONER 

1. It’s not advisable to shampoo your hair every single day. It causes the hair to become drier and more brittle.

2. It is better to do alternate day depending on the hair or scalp condition (like oily) with mild shampoo.

3. A good conditioner helps to maintain the ends of the hair, minimizes the risk of tangles, split ends and breakage.

NOTE: Conditioners with waxes are not recommended- they can make you look thin and dull.

TIP 4- NEVER COMB YOUR HAIR WHILE DRIPPING WET

1. It’s best not to subject your hair to pulling or stretching whenever in its wettest state. It’s most vulnerable to split ends or breaking off.

2. Better to dry with a towel before you gently use a comb or brush. No quick rubbing back and forth.

TIP 5- EXERCISE OFTEN

1. Cells rely on oxygen to duplicate and stay healthy. Oxygen reaches every cell through a fully operational blood circulation.

2. A half an hour cardio workout (like running or jogging or walking in the morning and evening) is good for not only to hair but also to the whole body.

3. Along with that make it a habit to massage your scalp from time to time. It helps shake up the hair cells into a slightly more vigorous state.

TIP 6- SLEEP WELL

1. About 7-8 hours of sleep every night is ideal. 

It is the state where the body is in constant repair mode. It also acts as a window for growth hormone to come out and speed up cell reproduction. 

MORE SLEEP=MORE ACTIVE SCALP CELLS= MORE HAIR 

TIP 7 – CHILL OUT (DONT WORRY) 

1. A stressed state of mind is as big of a factor as the lack of physical health. The more you stress yourself out- the more it can burden your brain 

2. The goal is to worry less. You can try going out for a run or watching comedy on tv and spend time with your beloved friends and family members.