How to Restore Hair Growth

Both men and women can experience hair loss; however, it is more common in men. If you've experienced hair loss and would like to restore hair growth, there are various ways to encourage growth cycles. Most treatments, however, only produce gradual improvement. By being diligent in your treatments, you may be able to slightly restore hair growth.

Things You'll Need

• Hair loss medication Protein Biotin

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Instructions

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  Talk to your doctor. In some cases, hair loss may be a side effect of a medication you're taking. Hair growth might be restored when you stop taking that medication. If this is applicable to you, your doctor may be able to switch you to another medication that doesn't feature hair loss as a side effect.

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  Try hair loss medications. Various medications, both prescription and over the counter, work to restore hair growth. Generally, prescription medications come in oral forms that you take daily. Over-the-counter hair growth products are often applied directly to the skin rather than taken orally. You do need to continue using hair loss medication to see results.

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  Massage your scalp daily. Massage increases circulation, allowing nutrients and blood to reach your hair follicles. As a result, hair follicles are able to produce hair more effectively, often helping to restore hair growth. Rub your scalp daily for roughly five minutes to help stimulate your hair follicles.

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  Increase your protein intake. Hair primarily consists of protein. If you eat more proteins, you'll aid the hair growth process. You can find protein in a variety of foods, such as meat, fish, nuts and soy products.

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  Consume a healthy diet. Poor nutrition can stunt hair growth. Get as many vitamins and nutrients as possible from natural food sources, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains. You also can supplement your diet with a daily multi-vitamin to make sure you are covering your nutritional bases.

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  Take Biotin. Biotin aids hair growth and can help to reactivate dormant hair follicles. You can find Biotin in oats, walnuts, lentils and sunflower seeds. You also can find Biotin supplements in most health and drug stores. Take 50 milligrams three times per day for best results.

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  Rest. For your body's functions, including its hair growth cycles, to operate at optimal levels, you must get adequate rest. Aim for at least seven hours of sleep nightly to restore and maintain hair growth.