The three reasons your hair can't grow longer
If you've been wondering how to grow your hair longer and keep it looking healthy - let me share a little secret: it all about your routine, and it starts even before you even step into the shower.
Hair longevity - that’s the real goal when you want to grow your hair longer. It means giving your hair the best possible chance to stay strong, thick, and resilient so it can grow longer over time.
So why does hair stop growing past a certain point? It often comes down to three things:
- Genetics (which will control how long your hair's growth phase lasts,
- Breakage, and
- Scalp health.
While we can’t change genetics, we can absolutely influence breakage and scalp health, and that’s where the magic happens.
Start with brushing. Most people are surprised to learn we naturally shed up to 150 hairs a day. Brushing helps remove those loose strands and stimulates circulation in the scalp, which is essential for hair growth. But here’s the key: always brush before washing when hair is dry and less fragile, and clears the loose hairs out of the way so they don't cause tangles and knots when shampooing.
And be sure to use the right brush. The Fab Brush with its soft, flexible nylon bristles, glides through tangles without pulling, helping to reduce breakage.
Take your brushing to a whole new level with Hair and Scalp Recovery Elixir. This is what I call brushing with intention.
After brushing, massage a generous amount of the Elixir into your scalp. It’s packed with ingredients that support longevity from the root:
🌱 Amla - A powerhouse. It protects against oxidative stress, supports cellular renewal, and strengthens the hair follicle itself. Perfect for reducing fall and encouraging thicker, fuller hair.
🌱 Rice Water (Rice Aminos) - This binds moisture to the hair shaft, smooths frizz, and improves elasticity. It’s especially good if you’ve got coloured or bleached hair and want it to stay strong as it grows.
🌱 Sea Kelp - often so underrated, Sea Kelp is full of iodine, potassium, and vitamin A, all of which repair damage and keep your scalp nourished.
Massage it in with your fingertips, to stimulate blood flow, then take your Fab Brush and gently brush through mid-lengths to ends. This spreads the product evenly and helps exfoliate the scalp without irritation.
Leave it in for 20 minutes before washing to let it work. It’s not just a treatment, it’s a ritual. And if you're thinking you don't have time for a morning ritual, you can brush and apply the elixir before bed, and wash out in the morning.
This simple pre-wash hair routine can dramatically improve your hair’s ability to grow longer and stay healthier from root to tip.
Lastly, don’t underestimate the power of moisture - especially in summer. Well-hydrated hair is more flexible and less prone to snapping. Use a richer oil based moisturising conditioner to keep dryness and breakage at bat.
So if your goal is long, luscious hair, start with scalp care, brush before washing, and lock in that moisture.
Here’s to longer, stronger, more fabulous hair!
