Growing up, most of us heard that regular trims of split ends resulted in faster hair growth. Is it true, though? 

No, in short. Hair trimming won’t make it grow faster. 

Let's separate fact from fiction and see what science has to say. We'll also uncover some tips to help promote hair health and hair growth.

Table of Contents:

• Does Trimming Hair Make it Grow Faster?
• What Are the Benefits of Trimming Hair?
• What Can You Do to Make Your Hair Grow Faster?
• Say Yes to Scalp Massages
• Clean the Scalp
• Keep Your Scalp and Tresses Moisturized
• Take a Break from Daily Hair Styling
• Try Essential Oils
• Try Hair Supplements

Does Trimming Hair Make it Grow Faster?

No, not really. 

Let's look at the facts. 

Since hair grows from the follicles present in the scalp and not at the ends, trimming off the dead, split ends do not affect the roots in any way. It's science, not magic. 

That said, you should not forego your regular trims of split ends because hair trimming does have its benefits, even if it does not result in faster hair growth. Hence, make sure to get regular trims every 4 to 6 weeks.

What Are the Benefits of Trimming Hair?

Regular trims are beneficial for your hair because they are the best way to remove split ends, which would, otherwise, slow hair growth by damaging the hair shaft. 

Split ends would also lead to hair breakage, thus preventing you from achieving your hair length goals and making you feel like your hair grows super-slow. 

Keep in mind that your hair will not necessarily grow faster post-cutting, but regularly trimmed hair grows at the usual, healthy rate. 

Plus, regular trims will make your hair appear healthier and thicker because hair with split ends will always look thin and lifeless. 

Regular trimming of split ends will not only promote healthy hair growth, but also make your hair shaft more manageable and easier to style and keep frizz under control. 

What Can You Do to Make Your Hair Grow Faster

Quite a few things, actually. 

Say Yes to Scalp Massages

Start using techniques and products that promote blood circulation to the scalp. Studies have shown that standardized scalp massages result in increased hair thickness. 

Also, by treating your scalp with hair oil rich in beneficial ingredients, your scalp will receive more nutrients and oxygen, which will make your hair grow faster.

Clean the Scalp

You have to start at the root if you want to promote healthy hair growth and make sure that your hair grows faster. 

First off, your scalp goes through a lot - sebum secretion, product build-up, oxidative stress, and pollution. 

Hence, it becomes essential to make sure that your scalp is always clean and healthy because scalp condition impacts hair growth. 

Otherwise, your scalp may get inflamed and lead to hair loss, thinning, and poor quality of hair growth.

To avoid that, ensure that you routinely wash your scalp. Again, instead of just applying the shampoo and washing it off, massage the scalp for a few moments. It will also ensure increased blood flow to the scalp which is essential to hair growth.

Keep Your Scalp and Tresses Moisturized

Hair that lacks moisture looks dry and lifeless. Lack of moisture also leads to hair breakage. That is why you should ensure that your scalp is always moisturized. 

You can try using deep conditioning masks or homemade hair masks with moisturizing ingredients and see what works best for you. 

Keep in mind that a healthy and nourished scalp is the most important thing for hair growth.

Take a Break from Daily Hair Styling

If you are using heated styling tools on your hair every day, you should give it a break. Regular heat styling leads to the breakdown of the hydrogen bonds that form between the keratin proteins. 

Doing it frequently causes irreparable damage. Damaged hair is fragile, so it tends to break a lot. So, even though you might have steady hair growth, your hair length might always appear the same.

However, if you absolutely need to use a heat styling tool, make sure to use a heat protectant.

Try Essential Oils

According to various studies, essential oils such as pumpkin seed oil, peppermint oil, or rosemary oil promote hair growth, so try using essential oils if you wish that your hair grows faster. 

According to a study, peppermint oil showed a significant increase in dermal thickness, follicle number, and follicle depth, thereby promoting hair growth.

You only need 3 to 4 drops of any essential oil of your choice. Mix it with a carrier oil like jojoba oil or sweet almond oil since an essential oil is too potent on its own. Massage it on your scalp for 5 to 10 minutes, and you will start noticing the first results of hair growth over the next few weeks. 

Try Hair Supplements

Hair growth supplements can actually affect how fast your hair grows. Supplements that contain collagen and biotin will strengthen the hair follicles since they provide specific amino acids such as glycine, serine, cysteine, etc. 

Those amino acids are building the keratin, the type of protein that makes up your hair and which is essential if you want to make your hair grow faster and stronger.  

In fact, a study has shown that biotin deficiency potentially results in hair loss. So, if you are experiencing excessive hair loss, lots of split ends and hair thinning, you should consider giving supplements a try. 

Even though trimming your split ends does not necessarily make it grow faster, regular trims are still essential.

But if you do want to stimulate hair growth, you want to focus more on scalp care. And for that, we have two product recommendations for you: 

WOW Scalp Massager Brush

WOW Scalp Massager Brush comes with soft, thick silicone bristles to provide a soothing and relaxing massage to your scalp. 

You can use it for promoting hair growth, if you want to make your hair grow faster or if you want to get rid of dandruff and other pesky scalp conditions. 

The massage will help in stimulating blood circulation to the scalp and remove scalp build-up. Plus, it is easier and more efficient than using your fingers. 

You only need to use this brush when you are shampooing your hair, massage gently, and voila, your hair will love it. 

WOW Onion Black Seed Hair Oil

WOW Onion Black Seed Hair Oil is composed of sweet almond oil, extra virgin olive oil, castor oil, jojoba oil, Moroccan argan oil, coconut oil, onion seed oil, black seed oil, and vitamin E. 

It will help make your hair silky smooth, stronger from the roots, repair damage, soothe scalp conditions like dandruff, improve the hair health and the health of the hair follicles, which will positively affect how fast your hair grows.

You will only need about two to three pumps of this non-sticky, fast-absorbing oil, depending on your hair length and thickness. 

For better results, warm the oil before massaging on your scalp, wrap a towel around your hair, and let it sit for half an hour. Shampoo as usual and welcome your hair goals. Twice a week application of this oil is preferable for strengthening hair strands.

Browse the WOW Skin Science website now and pick out the all natural products that will make your hair thick and luscious.