Shampoo for Long Hair

If you're blessed with beautiful long locks , you might have discovered that long hair can be quite a chore, especially in the morning. You might also wonder which shampoo is best for your hair type. For curly hair, it might be a bit obvious which products are suitable: "curly shampoo" (for example). But long hair, like curly hair, is a category unto itself, with a comprehensive "guide." Below, we'll explain all about it, so you'll know exactly how to handle it!

Besides having long hair, there's also the desire to have long hair. So, essentially: stimulate hair growth. Can you make your hair grow faster, and if so, how do you go about it?

How do I care for long hair?

If you have long hair, there are two major challenges. How do you keep those long locks in top condition from crown to tip? Without breakage or split ends? And how do you ensure your hair continues to look voluminous? Long hair is heavier, and you naturally want to prevent it from hanging lank and lifeless around your face.

Keeping your long hair healthy largely depends on the products you use (or don't use). But there are also some general tips (applicable to almost every hair type) that can be crucial. We've listed these tips for you below. Some tips may be old news to you, but better safe than sorry:)

• When using heat tools it is important to use a heat protector .
• Wash your hair a maximum of 2-3 times a week. Washing more often strips your scalp of essential natural oils. If your hair still gets too greasy, use dry shampoo between washes.
• Shower with lukewarm water.
• Drink plenty of water. Hydration and a healthy diet contribute to healthy, long hair.
• Be careful when your hair is wet. Only brush your hair once it's dry. Your hair is incredibly fragile when wet and therefore breaks much more easily.
• Massage your scalp regularly. This stimulates blood circulation, which brings more nutrients and oxygen to your hair follicles. In other words: it's healthy for your scalp :)
• Wear your hair in a braid or a low (loose) ponytail while sleeping. It's also better to sleep on a satin pillowcase. This prevents friction between your hair and the pillowcase.
• Don't forget to have your dead ends trimmed regularly by the hairdresser!
• Vitamins: Just like every other part of your body, hair follicles need the right nutrients to function optimally. If your hair doesn't get enough of these vitamins, its condition will suffer.

Which shampoo is suitable for long hair?

You're on the page with shampoos for long hair, so all the shampoos on this page are suitable for long hair. For long hair, it's important to use a lightweight (mild) shampoo. You want to avoid losing volume by weighing it down and making it hang lank around your face. You should especially avoid heavy fats like coconut oil, castor oil, and olive oil. Below are two good options specifically for long hair:

• L'Oréal SE Pro Longer Shampoo
• Redken Extreme Length

Which conditioner is suitable for long hair?

First, just like with shampoo, it's best to use a light conditioner. It's also important to note that with long hair, you should only apply conditioner to the ends. Conditioner is already quite heavy because it's intensely nourishing. Below are two good options:

• L'Oreal SE Pro Longer Conditioner
• Maria Nila Palett Pure Volume Conditioner

Which hair oil is suitable for long hair?

We highly recommend hair oil for long hair. A hair oil or hair serum keeps the length and especially the ends of your hair healthy and prevents breakage or split ends. If you're blessed with long locks, you naturally want to make them shine! Hair oils can also stimulate hair growth. For example, you can massage your scalp with a nourishing oil before showering.

• Biosilk Silk Therapy Original Treatment
• Goldwell Dualsenses Just Smooth Taming Oil
• CHI Aloe Vera Curls Defined Oil

Why can't I grow long hair?

First of all: This could be due to genetics. Your hair's maximum length is determined by your genes. But don't worry! This doesn't have to be the case at all. We have a checklist you can use to see if there's something that will still give you long locks!

1. Hair vitamins
2. scalp massages
3. Reduce stress
4. The right shampoo and hair care
5. Damaged scalp: You might be suffering from a dry scalp . This could be a cause!

When is the best time to cut my hair if I want to grow it out?

If you want to grow your hair out, the condition of your hair will determine how often you need to have the ends trimmed. If you have naturally sensitive hair that breaks easily, you'll need to have the ends trimmed more often. In that case, an appointment every eight weeks is a good option. However, if you have strong, thick hair, you can go back every ten weeks.

Facts and myths about long hair

There are many myths about hair in general, especially hair growth. We've compiled all the facts and myths about long hair for you below:

Fact:

• When you're pregnant, you do indeed get a fuller head of hair. You lose an average of 50-150 hairs a day. This decreases significantly during pregnancy, giving you a fuller, longer head of hair.
• Hair growth supplements really work. The vitamins in the supplements definitely influence the condition of your hair and therefore also hair growth.
• The maximum length of your hair is determined by heredity, like many other hair characteristics. Some people have to work much harder to grow their hair long than others.
• Your hair grows faster in the summer. That's right! This has to do with vitamin D absorption.

Myth:

• Cutting your hair more often makes it grow faster. This isn't true. Hair growth is determined by the quality of the hair follicles; what the ends of your hair do has no influence on that. However, cutting your hair shorter can make it appear fuller.
• You can't stimulate hair growth. You can, however, stimulate it. Simply a regular head massage or a few good vitamins can stimulate hair growth.
• You can repair split ends with a good conditioner. Unfortunately, this isn't true. Once a hair is split, you can't reverse it. You can, of course, prevent it with the right hair products!

Do hair vitamins really work (for hair growth)?

Yes, we're convinced that hair vitamins really work. It makes sense, too, since the growth and condition of your hair depend partly on the nutrition you eat. That's how our whole body works, right? There are several vitamins that are even directly linked to your hair growth:

• Biotin (B8)
• Vitamin E
• Vitamin C
• Zinc

These are all vitamins found in your daily diet, which is why nutrition is such an important factor when it comes to the condition of your hair. In fact, sunlight actually makes your hair grow faster. This is due to vitamin D, which is found in sunlight and which your hair absorbs naturally. With this vitamin, your hair can grow twice as fast as it would under normal conditions.

But hair vitamins work best if you're deficient in something. And we always recommend assessing your results after the first two or three months. Only then will you truly see results.

Long hair in men

Hair care is just as essential for men as it is for women. These days, there are many hair care products specifically designed for men. The same tips for maintaining or growing long hair in men apply as for women, as you'll find above. And of course, using the right products is crucial. For men with long hair, Schwarzkopf Anti-Dandruff Shampoo is highly recommended.  

Are you already familiar with Neofollics?

Neofollics is the ultimate hair growth brand. Neofollics operates to high standards, so all its products are clinically proven and use only scientifically proven ingredients.

Neofollics shampoo:

• Stimulates hair growth
• Reduces the DHT hormone in the scalp
• Improves the scalp and hair follicles
• Improves hair growth through stimulating ingredients
• Reduces inflammation, dandruff, itching and flaking
• Improves the absorption of active ingredients

Do you have any questions about long hair?

Still unsure or unsure about caring for your long hair? Don't hesitate! Our experts are ready to help, so don't hesitate to contact us! Feel free to email us at info@haarspullen.nl with all your questions, or call us during office hours for urgent matters. We're available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Happy haircare!