Does it seem as if your hair isn't growing? Well, it is. But if your hair breaks off at an equal or higher rate than it grows, you'll never see any length gains. Our hair is always growing, and we grow on average 1/2 inch of hair a month (6 inches a year). If you find that you are not retaining your length, this means that you have to change how you care for your hair. Here are some reasons why you may not be retaining length-
Your Ends Aren't Sealed
Once you've moisturized your hair, you MUST seal it in with a heavy oil or butter. Sealing your hair will help retain moisture, prevent split ends, and event reduce breakage. Pay particular attention to your ends, as they are the oldest and most fragile part of your hair and can split/break the easiest.
You don't protect your hair.
Natural hair needs to be protected, and I don't just mean protective styling. If you aren't protecting your hair than you're leaving it open to dryness and breakage. I know you've heard this before, but sleeping with a satin bonnet, scarf, or pillowcase is absolutely necessary for retention! Cotton literally sucks the moisture out of our hair, and when sleeping on it often you risk extra single strand knots, split ends, and dry, brittle hair. Dry your hair with a microfiber towel or t-shirt, since regular bath towels can increase frizz and rob your hair of moisture. Lastly, protect your hair by moisturizing and sealing your ends!
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