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Hair Care, Hair Loss & Hair Growth Report
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Hey everyone, BART SMITH here with an amazing article on hair care, hair loss and hair growth! At some time in everyone’s life, HAIR LOSS AFFECTS MILLIONS OF MEN AND WOMEN worldwide, no matter the age.
Well, just like working out, taking care of your mind and body and eating right, a healthy head of hair requires proper care inside and out. As you will learn, there are a host of reasons why we lose are hair and how we can encourage hair growth and healthy hair.
Here’s a little information that I believe causes hair loss and how you could either get some of it back or simply maintain your current strong healthy head of hair right now! I’ve been adhering to what you’re about to read below for going on 30+ years.
So, a ton of my methods and hair care discovery has been tried, true and tested beyond any shadow of a doubt. BUT, you be the judge and apply what works for you and monitor your own results. Note, I was 52 years old in the picture you see (taken Summer 2021) and just before I got my hair cut! Yikes! Look at that mop! I'm 54 years old now and my hair is still growing strong!
In fact, every time I want into a room or a store or I got on a Zoom call, it doesn't matter, my hair attracts people's eyes and comments: "Look at that hair!" → "I would kill for your hair." → "I wish I could grow my hair out like you did." → "Your hair reminds of some 80's movie!" → "My female health clients would do anything to have your hair." You can imagine. Well, without any further adieux, let me tell you my story and share my hair care/growth regimen. Ready? Let's go!
REAL QUICK → WHAT YOU "WONT" READ IN THIS REPORT!
1. I am NOT going to get all scientific on you and talk about what all the other hair growth companies and so-called experts and gurus talk about when it comes to reasons why you experience hair loss and how you go about experiencing hair growth.
2. I find all their explanations to be overly scientific, unrelatable, over our heads, full of B.S. and a waste of our time. So, you're not going to find any of their talking-points or mumbo jumbo in MY hair care/growth report. Thank heavens, right?
3. Those companies and gurus can get all labbed out and scientific on someone else, but not you and I. Hence, I'm not going to talk to you about DHT and other (whatever else) they hurl at us in their long-winded ads about why people experience hair loss and why you need to buy their expensive solution.
4. These so called hair growth experts don't impress me one bit. WHY? Because they ALL leave SOOOOO MUCH other important stuff OUT when it comes to WHY we lose our hair and HOW to grow it back in more natural ways that don't cost us an arm and a leg.
5. That said, you're only going to come across → common sense, down to earth language, every day hair care, hair loss, hair growth wisdom from someone who's lived it, experienced it and for more for than 30+ years!!!
6. That being said, let's get at it, shall we? The TRUTH about hair loss, hair care and hair growth NO ONE has EVER told you before until .... NOWWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!
WHAT Causes HAIR LOSS?
🔺 1. Poor Nutrition
Hair needs nutrients to grow strong, healthy and consistently. When your diet is loaded with fast food, sugar, processed snacks, soda, alcohol and “whatever’s easy,” your body may not be getting enough protein, vitamins, minerals and healthy fats to support healthy hair growth. Mom’s home-cooked meals may be long gone, but your hair still needs real nutrition if you want it to look and feel its best.
🔺 2. Poor Scalp Circulation
Your hair follicles depend on healthy blood flow to receive oxygen and nutrients. If circulation to the scalp is weak, sluggish or not what it used to be, your hair may not be getting the support it needs to grow properly. A healthy scalp needs good circulation just like the rest of your body needs good blood flow to function well.
🔺 3. Clogged Scalp / Oil & Sebum Build-Up
Hair can have a harder time growing when the scalp is clogged with oil, sebum, dead skin, sweat, hair products or other buildup. If the scalp is not kept clean and healthy, follicles may become irritated or blocked, which can affect the overall condition of your hair. Think of your scalp like soil — if the soil is clogged, neglected or unhealthy, growth can suffer.
🔺 4. Hereditary Causes
Genetics can play a role in hair loss, especially if hair thinning or baldness runs in your family. Many people look at their parents, grandparents or relatives and wonder if they are next in line. Still, family history is not always destiny, because lifestyle, health, nutrition, stress, scalp care and other factors can also influence how your hair holds up over time.
🔺 5. Some Medicines
Certain medications may contribute to hair thinning or hair loss as a possible side effect. This does not mean every medication causes hair loss, but it is something worth paying attention to if you notice shedding after starting something new. If you suspect a medicine is affecting your hair, talk with your doctor before stopping or changing anything.
🔺 6. Birth Control Pills
Some women may notice changes in their hair while taking birth control pills or after stopping them. Because birth control affects hormones, and hormones can influence hair growth cycles, thinning or shedding may happen for some women. If the timing seems connected, it may be worth discussing with a doctor or healthcare provider.
🔺 7. Pregnancy
Pregnancy can bring major hormonal changes, stress, nutritional demands and physical adjustments that may affect a woman’s hair. Some women experience fuller hair during pregnancy and then shedding afterward, while others notice changes sooner. The body is going through a lot, so hair changes during or after pregnancy are not unusual.
🔺 8. Vitamin & Mineral Deficiencies
Your hair needs certain vitamins and minerals to stay healthy, including nutrients tied to growth, strength, scalp health and follicle support. If your body is low in important nutrients, your hair may become weaker, thinner, duller or more prone to shedding. This is another reason nutrition matters so much when it comes to maintaining healthy hair.
🔺 9. Poor Hair Care
Hair needs regular care if you want it to look good and stay healthy. Washing, conditioning, brushing, trimming and treating your hair properly all play a role in keeping it clean, manageable and strong. Neglecting your hair for too long can lead to buildup, breakage, tangles, dryness and a scalp that does not feel or function its best.
🔺 10. Abuse Of The Hair
Hair may look strong, but it can be damaged by pulling, yanking, tight hairstyles, excessive heat, harsh brushing, too much coloring, chemical treatments or rough handling. Over time, this kind of abuse can weaken the hair shaft and stress the scalp. Treat your hair like something delicate, because once it is damaged, it may take time to recover.
🔺 11. Stress, Stress, Stress
Stress can affect the body in all kinds of ways, including your hair and scalp. When you are constantly stressed, your body may shift energy away from growth and repair, which can contribute to shedding or weaker hair over time. Stress may also affect sleep, nutrition, hormones and circulation — all of which can play a role in hair health.
🔺 12. Little Sleep
Your body needs sleep to repair, restore and function properly. If you are only getting a few hours of sleep each night, your body may not have enough recovery time to support healthy skin, scalp and hair growth. Three hours a night won’t cut it if you want your body — and your hair — operating at its best.
🔺 13. Over-Shampooing Your Hair
Washing your hair too often can strip away natural oils that help protect the hair and scalp. Many shampoos also contain cleaning agents, fragrances or ingredients that may be too harsh for some people, especially if used excessively. Clean hair is important, but overdoing it can leave hair dry, brittle or irritated.
🔺 14. Hormonal Problems
Hormones can have a major influence on hair growth, shedding and thinning. When hormones are out of balance, the hair growth cycle may be affected, leading to changes in thickness, texture or shedding patterns. If hair loss seems sudden, unusual or connected to other symptoms, it may be smart to get checked.
🔺 15. Certain Infections
Some infections can affect the scalp, skin or hair follicles and may contribute to hair loss or irritation. If the scalp becomes inflamed, itchy, flaky, painful or unhealthy, hair growth can suffer. Any ongoing scalp problem should be taken seriously and checked by a qualified healthcare professional if it does not clear up.
In many cases, prevention can help thwart present and future hair loss, and in some cases, slow it down or stop it all together!
HOW Can You Prevent Hair Loss?
1. Avoid shampoos with these ingredients sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), sodium Laureth sulfate (SLES), and ammonium lauryl sulfate. They are all different types of sulfates that can potentially cause allergic reactions on the scalp even hormone issues after prolonged use. It’s like using laundry detergent on your hair. UH NO! Seriously, these shampoos are typically found/bought at grocery stores, department stores, and pharmacies. Avoid them at all costs. Check the shampoo(s) in your shower right now. IF you see these ingredients in your shampoos, toss them out and replace them pronto!
2. Add B-complex vitamins to your diet. The B-vitamins include: Thiamine (B1), Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3), Pantothenic acid (B5), Pyridoxine (B6), Biotin (B7), Folate (B9), and Cobalamin (B12). You can opt to take your vitamins in liquid, pill, capsule, gel or gummy form. Recommendations are shared below in this report.
3. Consistently clean your comb and brush of dead hairs weekly/monthly. I was my combs after every use with a little running water and let them air dry.
4. Consume fresh foods, fruits and vegetable greens. After we leave home at 18 and started living on our own as adults, our diets changed. How so? Well, we went from, possibly, good home cooking from Mom to fast food, junk food, bad eating habits, etc. Over time, those poor eating habits robbed our bodies of the needed nutrition our scalps need to thrive and grow. I provide my diet regimen below.
5. Cleanse your intestinal tract (with a colon cleansing formula) so you can absorb more nutrients and vitamins from the foods you do consume. A blocked intestinal tract cannot absorb all those nutrients. So, we gotta work on that.
6. Cut your hair often to trim those split ends! Split ends are generally bad and sign that there's a problem with your hair which should be assessed. Split ends also can prevent hair growth and may even cause your hair to snap.
7. Don’t blow dry your hair if you can avoid it. Gently towel pat down your hair or go outside (if it's not too hot or cold) and let the wind dry your hair naturally in under 2-3 minutes. Roll the car window down and let the wind dry your hair. All up to you, but avoid blow drying your hair with that high concentration of heat.
8. Don’t use someone else’s hair brush; it’s unhealthy. Use your own. Who knows what kind of hairy “creepy crawlies” lurk in their hairbrush. What's more, after reading this report, I bet they don't take care of their brush like you do yours.
9. Follow up with a good conditioner after you shampoo your hair every time. Simply shampooing your scalp isn't enough. That will leave your hair ultra dry after you get out of the shower. In addition to shampooing your hair, always apply a good conditioner and don't be in a rush to rinse it out. Let it lather up and stay on your hair for a good 2-5 minutes. Do something else while your conditioner sets in and does its moisturizing job. Shave, soap up, clean the shower while you're in there, etc. Then, rinse your hair with cold (not hot) water to lock in those conditioning nutrients.
10. Keep away from pool chlorine and other harmful chemicals as best you can that might break down the hair follicle. Otherwise, just monitor your experience in such environments. I swim in our community pool and don't really see a problem IF I rinse my hair with fresh water just as soon as I exit the pool. Typically, there's a shower near the pool to rinse all the chlorine off you before you head home.
11. Don't over color or treat your hair with too many chemicals way too often. There is the chance you can damage your hair by subject it to too many treatments, colorings, chemicals, you name it. Be kind to your hair.
12. Brush your hair often to generate stimulation to the scalp, yes, but don't brush too hard or pull on your hair in the process. Again, the hair is fragile and can be pulled out by the root if yanked or pressured by your brushing. Use large toothed combs on wet hair and don't always brush the hair back; instead, change it up and comb it to the side from time to time. We don't want your hair to start feeling like it must always be brushed back exposing more and more of your forehead. Allow the hair to dry in different directions when possible.
13. Gently massage the scalp and hair three times a day (morning/noon/night). Stimulate your scalp, and brush your hair before you go to bed! Another technique is to take your hands and pull your hair back from your forehead and sides and then back to front. By doing this, you gently pull the hair to stimulate blood flow. See how your head is flush pink/red when you do this? That’s blood flow bringing nutrients to the scalp.
14. Remember, your hair didn’t fall out overnight. Keep in mind that it won’t grow back overnight, either.
MY PERSONAL Hair Care Routine!
In this section, I’m going to share with you my personal routine, steps, procedures, products and more that I use and implement on a regular basis to help prevent hair loss, stimulate hair growth and keep my hair as healthy as it can be.
I believe my methods are natural, doable, duplicatable, affordable and above all healthy for you now and for years to come. I’ve been following my own set of hair care steps and procedures for more than 30 years. So, for me, I know this works.
Am I open to trying new vitamins, products, shampoos and conditioners? Absolutely. But, what’s interesting though, when I do, I usually wind up coming back to what’s tried and true for me. Which is ... the following (and what you’re about to read, picture yourself doing these same things ...).
HAIR CARE TIP #1
SHAMPOOS & CONDITINER
I HAVE THIS SHAKE 1-3X PER WEEK
BEFORE I GO TO SLEEP AT NIGHT, I'll shampoo my hair! Throughout the next 6-8 hours (while sleeping) my hair gets to benefit from the awesome treatment and care a good shampoo and conditioner can provide.
Then, when I wake up, whenever that may be and as soon as I can, I shampoo and condition my hair again. I want my hair to constantly have a fresh dosage of vitamins and nutrients from the shampooing and conditioner all day/night long.
Now, I use two (2) shampoos and one (1) conditioner substituting a couple other custom types of shampoos as needed from time for a little variety. BUT, the main shampoos and conditioner I use are:
STEP 1:
RenPure
Biotin & Collagen
Shampoo
STEP 2:
Trader Joe’s
Tea Tree Tingle
Shampoo
STEP 3:
Trader Joe’s
Tea Tree Tingle
Conditioner
My Shampooing Procedures Are As Follows:
STEP #1 → Start with this RenPure Biotin & Collagen Shampoo available on Walmart. Leave on your hair for 3-5 minutes before rinsing. Soap up your body while you wait (with regular soap of course). Nicely effective and doesn’t break the bank, unlike some of these other shampoos that run $40-60 per bottle and you don't even get that much shampoo. Uh, no thanks. I'll pass on ALL OF THEM. This shampoo costs approximately $8 in the store and for 32 oz. Now, THAT'S more in my budget and bang for my buck, wouldn't you say?
STEP #2 → Then use Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Shampoo. Leave on hair for 2-3 minutes before rinsing thoroughly. This shampoo costs approximately $5 in the store.
STEP #3 → Lastly, I’ll condition my hair with Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Conditioner. I also shave my face during this time to let the conditioner really moisturize the hair. So, the conditioner stays on my hair for 5-10 minutes. Now, rinse with cold water; not hot. This conditioner costs approximately $5 in the store.
Simply, I'll "rinse and repeat" these same three small steps with every shower. After I towel off, I'll comb my hair when it's wet. I don't brush it. When your hair is wet it's at its weakest stage and can break easily as opposed to when it's dry.
As mentioned before, I don't blow dry my hair. For those who must, perhaps partially blow dry your hair then let it dry naturally. Blow drying your hair day in and day out can dry out and damage your hair over time. In a hurry to dry your hair? Step outside in the wind (if it's not too cold or hot) or got a fan? Let that cool air from the fan dry your hair. Just avoid direct HEAT onto the hair at all costs.
Again, from time to time, I’ll mix up my shampoos and conditioner with some other brands to test them, but I always come back to these shampoos and conditioner after trying others.
HAIR CARE TIP #2
HAIR GROWTH SHAKE POWDER
I HAVE THIS SHAKE 1-3X PER WEEK
Have you heard of "hair shakes?" Every morning, I’ll ask myself, “When was the last time I had a hair shake?” I usually have a hair shake a few mornings per week or after a workout because I like a chilled, refreshing shake after working out. Sometimes, I’ll have a shake for 2-3 days in a row, and then I’ll take a break.
These shakes can sometimes be very filling, which is why I don’t have them every day or I’ll skip a few days and only have shakes 1-3x per week. Note that I always have these shakes in the morning so they keep me satisfied all day. The shake powder I use is NaturesPlus Ultra Hair Thick Shake. I purchased it on Amazon.com for $25-30 per canister. Check Amazon for current pricing, of course. I can make one canister last between 2-3 months! So, not bad at all, cost-wise.
Now, my hair shake recipe does make a lot (upwards of 16-18 oz). So, ladies, feel free to cut everything in HALF! Your body size doesn’t need to consume as much as a man’s body; so you might consider making a smaller shake. That's all.
1 scoop NaturesPlus Ultra Hair Thick-Shake powder.
1 banana. (OPTIONAL: You can freeze bananas and then slice them into the blender to make for an even colder shake.)
1 cup frozen blueberries or ice, but I prefer berries for that berry flavor and they chill the shake nicely. Also, I prefer blueberries because they don't have seeds. I love mixed berries with raspberries and blackberries and strawberries, but I just found the seeds in those berries didn't make for a great shake experience. You try it and you be the judge. For me, I'm stickin' with blueberries.
1/4 cup of almonds (optional; almonds are very good for the hair). I USE WATER although you could use Almond milk or some other milk. Water just has ZERO calories. Try it. See if you don’t miss using a milk of your choice. You’ll save about 150-300 calories.
HAIR CARE TIP #3
HAIR GROWTH TABLETS
OPTIONAL, BUT A NICE ADDITION
TO ASSIST WITH HAIR GROWTH
FOR ME: I'll take these a few days a week, but not daily. When I do take them, it's one tablet in the morning and one tablet at night. Both with or before a meal of some kind. I like that it complements my drinking the hair shake on days I don't have a shake. So, you can just imagine how many vitamins, nutrients and minerals my hair is getting with the combination of these two products on a daily/weekly/monthly consumption basis. Plus, I really make one bottle last at least 2-3 months by only taking them a few days a week.
HEALTHY HAIR GROWTH: Ultra Hair Plus with MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) is packed with all essential vitamins and nutrients that provide stronger and faster hair growth for men and women.
POWER INGREDIENTS: They've developed the ultimate natural hair formula that offers 500 mg of MSM, a mega B-Complex with 500 mg of Pantothenic Acid, 2,000 mcg of Biotin, 400 mcg of Folic Acid and 100 mg of L-Cysteine, and high potencies of Vitamins A and C.
BEAUTIFUL, FULLER HAIR: The properties of their ingredients promote healthier and stronger hair while the "Sustained Release Tablets" provide a gradual release of ingredients over a prolonged period of time during the day or night.
HAIR CARE TIP #4
HAIR GROWTH GUMMIES
I TAKE THESE 2-3X DAILY
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Great Taste, Great Benefits — These convenient and delicious gummies are fantastic — just like your hair, skin and nails will look after just a couple weeks of use. Start enjoying today and you can thank us later! Healthy hair is at the forefront of the famous benefits of biotin, but it’s incredible impacts on skin and nails will also be a highlight that you’ll definitely notice!
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HAIR CARE TIP #5
DIET, MEALS & NUTRITION
I TRY TO EAT "HAIR HEALTHY" 4-6 DAYS PER WEEK!
Check this out, I did some research on what foods you should eat that could help you with hair growth and which also might slow hair loss down (a lot). Well, guess what I found?
I found a TOP 10 LIST of foods you could eat that are great for your hair and do you know what?
I discovered I've been eating 90% of those foods for the past 30 years!!!! That means, and what I've concluded to be the #1 THING YOU CAN DO to help your hair loss, hair growth and overall hair care is??? In WHAT YOU EAT and drink.
So, I'LL SAY THIS HERE once and forever → YOUR DIET HAS MORE TO DO WITH your hair loss, hair growth and maintaining a healthy head of hair than all the pills, potions, shampoos, conditioners, micro-needle rollers and transplant surgeries combined!
WITHOUT A HEALTHY DIET, you might as will KISS ALL YOUR MONEY GOODBYE as the results you get from taking any of those advertised hair growth drugs, pills and scalp serums won't do you any good once you get off them. So, hint, save your money with whatever is advertised by doctors, scientists and other so-called hair guru experts and invest that money better in what you eat/drink for better hair growth!
I TRULY BELIEVE, it's been my DIET and WHAT I EAT, don't eat, drink and don't drink that has helped me maintain a healthy head of hair for the past 3 DECADES plus, and remember, I'M 56 YEARS OLD!!! I'm not in my 20s, 30s or 40s. So, I think this alone says a lot.
Now, you might ask, what foods should you eat to help maintain a healthy head of hair and promote hair growth and slow down any signs of hair loss? Well, that information is available in a special report I sell for $97 on my website! I'M KIDDING! Here ya go! All the foods you should be eating to help maintain healthy hair and hair growth:
✓ Spinach
✓ Salmon (i.e., fatty fish)
✓ Sweet Potatoes
✓ Nuts (i.e., almonds)
✓ Eggs
✓ Avocado
✓ Hemp & Chia Seeds
✓ Lentils
✓ Fruits (i.e., lemons, oranges, grapefruits, apples and bananas)
Now, what foods might worsen hair growth and cause hair loss? Well, sugary foods for example can negatively affect blood vessels in the scalp decreasing circulation of nutrients to the scalp. Foods like fried foods, greasy foods, candy, cakes, and cookies should also be avoided, except in moderation of course.
So, having said all that about food and diet and what to eat, did you know? Like I said, I eat 90% of what's mentioned in that list above. For example, I make sure to eat my "World Famous" Salmon / Spinach Salad at least 2-3 times per week and my Sautéed Sweet Potatoes at least 1-3 times per week. (SEE PHOTOS BELOW)
My salad always includes spinach, parsley, and other healthy greens along with hemp seeds, slices of red grapes, steamed carrots and other ingredients. My sautéed sweet potato dish always include steamed broccoli, cauliflower, crushed pecans and your choice of protein (i.e., salmon, chicken thighs, chicken breast, etc.).
Consuming high-nutrient, hair-beneficial meals like these can do wonders for your hair, sustain hair growth and slow down hair loss. Don't believe me? Look at those with unhealthy diets and who eat a lot of sugary foods. How's their hair? Thick or thin or none? Then, you've got those who drink a lot of sugary sodas. I haven't had a soda in (going on) 30 years.
I only drink LOTS of water, fresh juice from my juicer and a beer or margarita from time to time. Whenever I stray from these two (specific) meals for too long, I see and feel my hair suffer little by little. What's more, all the pills and oils and scalp serums can't do what a good healthy diet can do. Trust me, I've got 30 years on this very subject tried and true.
What's more, you know I make the world's best chocolate chip cookies, right? Now, imagine, I've probably eaten some 15,000 cookies in my lifetime (I lost track). What does that mean? It means I HAVE eaten A LOT of sugary foods. I also love chocolate cake, ice cream, berry/apple pies, milk chocolate peanut butter cups, candy bars, etc. Well, without an amazing diet and the meals I eat on a regular basis, I could NEVER COMBAT all that sugar intake potentially doing my body, my scalp and my hair (growth) harm. THANK HEAVENS I do eat healthy like I do. Right? You bet.
In the morning, I may just have an apple, perhaps some slices of another fruit, or I’ll juice fresh fruits or vegetables as well every other day or so. I rarely ever eat cereal, oatmeal, muffins, bread, toast or bagels for breakfast.
So, as you can see, I’m getting a lot of healthy nutrients from the fruits I consume for my scalp, hair and body. No red meat for me, which takes up to 3 days to digest in the body. I've seen some people who told me they never eat fruit or they eat a lot of meat and no greens. Their hair? Thin and getting thinner. So, go figure, eh?
For other meals, I might dine on my very popular BBQ chicken thigh soft tacos (or mini-burritos) with sautéed bell peppers, Mexican rice and black beans 1-3x per week. Even my "world famous" homemade pizza has fresh toppings on it that include fresh bell peppers, sliced mushrooms and freshly sliced pineapple.
For other healthy meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, be sure to check out my cookbook Who's Hungry?
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HAIR CARE TIP #6
MASSAGING HAIR BRUSH
In addition to what you put into your body through hair-care supplements, nutrients and vitamins, it’s also important to stimulate the scalp and encourage healthy blood flow with the help of a vibrating or massaging hair brush. For decades, I’ve used a massaging hair brush to brush my hair and stimulate my scalp, and I do believe it helps get blood flowing to the area where those nutrients, vitamins and minerals need to go.
A regular brush is fine for basic brushing, but it does not give your scalp the same wake-up call a massaging brush can. Side note, for what it’s worth, I’m not a big fan of derma roller microneedle rollers for my scalp. I’d rather use something simple, comfortable, easy and non-intimidating — like a good vibrating or massaging hair brush — to help stimulate the scalp and get things moving.
Most days, I’ll use the back side of the massaging hair brush on the front, top, sides and back of my scalp for a few minutes. Sometimes I’ll do it again later if I’m walking by the bathroom, sitting at my desk or watching TV. It doesn’t take long. Within 30 seconds or so, you can usually feel a little warmth and stimulation in the scalp, which tells me something is waking up up there.
Now, am I saying your hair is going to explode off your head overnight like a chia pet on rocket fuel? Okay, maybe I’m exaggerating to make my point. But I will say this: when I massage my scalp consistently, my hair feels thicker, fuller and more alive. Sometimes it looks like a bird’s nest afterward — and in my world, that’s a good thing! The point is simple: your scalp deserves attention, and your hair follicles need all the support they can get.
That’s why I like keeping a massaging hair brush nearby. Put one in the bathroom, one by your bed, one at your desk, one near the couch or TV, and even one in the car if you want. The easier it is to grab, the more likely you are to use it. A quick scalp massage during the day, before bed or when you wake up can become a simple little habit that feels good and keeps you paying attention to your hair and scalp.
Think of it this way: most people brush their hair and move on. I say, while you’re there, give your scalp a little extra love. Massage it, stimulate it, wake it up and make it part of your daily self-care routine. It’s easy, it feels great, and hey — if it helps your hair look fuller, healthier and more energized, why wouldn’t you do it?
Here’s another handy little hair-care tool I like because it’s simple, affordable and easy to use. This vibrating hair brush can help massage the scalp, detangle hair and give your head a little “wake-up call” while you’re brushing. Hey, if we’re talking about better hair care, healthier scalp attention and keeping the hair we’ve got looking its best, why not add a little vibration and scalp stimulation into the routine?
This vibrating hair brush can be used on wet or dry hair and works as both a styling brush and detangler. The soft nylon-tipped bristles are designed to move through the hair while the vibrating feature helps massage the scalp. It offers two speed settings, so you can choose a lighter or stronger massage depending on what feels best.
The brush is made with a plastic handle, rubber pad and gentle bristles, making it lightweight and easy to hold. It measures approximately 6.69" x 1.97" and weighs about 3.42 ounces. The back of the brush can also be used as a standard body massager, which makes it useful beyond just brushing your hair.
This set includes two vibrating hair massage brushes. Each brush operates on 2 AA batteries, which are not included. It’s a simple, durable and practical little tool for daily hair care, scalp massage, detangling and giving your head a little extra attention.
Here’s another simple scalp-care tool worth considering: the Kitsch Scalp Renewal Brush. I like this type of brush because it gives your scalp a little extra attention while helping exfoliate buildup, massage the scalp and make shampooing feel more effective.
The flexible bristles are designed to stimulate the scalp without pulling or irritating your hair, and you can use it for dry scalp massage, in-shower cleansing, pre-shampoo exfoliation or helping distribute hair-care products more evenly.
It’s small, easy to hold, easy to use and works with different hair types, which makes it a handy little tool to keep in the shower, bathroom or wherever you do your hair-care routine. Hey, your scalp is where your hair grows from, so why not keep it clean, stimulated and treated like it matters?
Consider the possibilities and TAKE HAIR GROWTH MASSAGING ACTION NOW and BUY 5-10 of these brushes after you get your first initial massaging hair brush from Amazon. That’s what I did. Get one brush in a few days and start using it. Then, while you have that one brush, order 6-10 other ones for real cheap to serve as your backup brush(es). You can even massage your scalp with two massaging brushes at the same time. With one in each hand, go for it!
HAIR CARE TIP #7
INTESTINAL CLEANSING
While I try to watch what I eat so I don’t eat foods that might clog up my intestines, to ensure my body can absorb the most nutrients it can (from what I do eat that's healthy) for proper hair care and hair growth, I'll cleanse the intestines 1-3x per week.
If all you ate was junk food, over time, your intestinal walls might clog up. If you don't get enough fiber in your diet, your intestinal walls might clog up. As a result, you would begin to absorb fewer and fewer nutrients from the foods you eat. Not good where your hair is concerned.
So, again, usually 1-3x a week, I'll cleanse my intestines (on an empty stomach) with a cleansing product like this (or similar) sold on Amazon, which I'll take in the morning on an empty stomach when I wake up.
If you want to increase your fiber intake like I do, then here's a great product to incorporate into your dietary regimen. Keep in mind, they have two versions: (1) the WHOLE psyllium husk version which consists of white flakes of psyllium husk, and (2) the POWDERED version which is like a ground powdered version. I like both, but prefer #1 the WHOLE husk version because of it's taste.
DIRECTIONS: FOR ME, I choose to:
Take this product 2-3x per week, in the morning, and on an empty stomach. I might eat an apple afterwards for something to eat, but I won't eat much if at all for 4-6 hours after I consume this product. I want it to do its job without it competing with a heavy meal, if that makes sense.
Mix 1 tablespoon (for us guys; for ladies, one teaspoon might be plenty) into 6 oz. of room temperature bottled water. I use a plastic funnel filter to pour the powder easily into the bottle in seconds. Then, screw on the bottle's top after pouring the powder into the bottle, shake/mix quickly and consume immediately. I say 6 oz. because you can drink 6 oz. faster than 12 oz.
Note, psyllium husk powder solidifies fast in water. So, it's best to drink this water+husk combination in small dosages (i.e., 6 oz. vs. 12 oz.). Make sense?
If you wait to drink the mixture of water and husk, then it gets too thick to drink and you have to toss it away and start anew. If you drink it right way then it’s really easy to drink and it has no real taste to it.
If you've not cleansed your intestines in a while, you might not notice anything in the beginning where hair growth (or slowing down hair loss) is concerned.
Yet, over time, if you're consistent with cleansing your intestines, you'll begin to absorb more nutrients from the foods you eat and the liquid supplements you drink. In that time period ongoing, you'll start to see your hair not fall out so much, or remain strong and healthy or you might start to see more hair growth. Why? Because your hair is now finally able to consume the very nutrients it was intended to absorb, but couldn't because your intestines were clogged. Well, clogged they be no more, right? You bet!
HAIR CARE TIP #8
COMB WET HAIR
(DON'T BRUSH IT)
Hair that's wet and filled with moisture is more fragile than hair that's dry, which can result in snapping when brushed. So, it's best to comb wet hair. As such, it's recommended to brush hair in a dry state. This may mean allowing your hair to air-dry post-shower before beginning to comb through hair strands.
HAIR CARE TIP #9
PULL YOUR HAIR
BACK (HARD)
THIS CREATES BLOOD
FLOW TO THE SCALP
No matter how long or short your hair is, but when it's dry, take your hands and pull your hair back to the point where you feel like you're pulling your hair out of your scalp. You're not really, but what you're doing is creating blood flow to the scalp which helps nourish you're with needed circulation and other vital nutrients.
Imagine if you didn't do this and you just let your scalp sit. Do you ever feel those needle-like pricks in your scalp? Kind of like you wanna scratch your scalp? Well, think of those prickly sensations as a call to massage your scalp and in addition to your massaging hair brush and scratching your head/hair, add on this technique of pulling the hair in your front back and the hair in your back to the front. You can pull your hair on the sides too.
All this helps, again, generate blood flow to the scalp. When I do it, as you can see in the video above, my scalp gets really red. I love that. That means my scalp is getting blood flow. Then, after you do this quick procedures, which takes only 30-60 seconds or so, look at your hair? How does it look? Fuller? Healthier? Mine does.
HAIR CARE TIP #10-12
MORE HAIR CARE TIPS
10. I also keep my hair trimmed, even if it’s a light trim or shaping just to cut any loose ends, dead ends, or shaggy bits in my hair. Don't let your hair go too long without a cut or let it grow longer than it should. Keep your hair short enough (for your desired style) so the blood flow doesn't have to nourish longer hair, but shorter hair. Hence why men and women keep their hair short(er) as they grow older. The hair just isn't getting the nutrients it used to when one was younger. Does that make sense?
11. Now, there was a hair care product I used in the 90’s that would cleanse my scalp of oils and sebum and clean the hair follicle shaft, as well as stimulate the scalp to generate natural blood flow to bring nutrients to the scalp. Stay in touch with me while I continue to find the ideal replacement for that product. or manufacture it myself! I’m still testing different products. FOR NOW, the premise was something similar to taking a cotton pad and adding about 2-3 eye-dropper size drops of rubbing alcohol on those cotton pads and wiping the scalp with it in areas that were balding, thinning and where you had normal hair growth. The concept is that it cleans the scalp from unwanted oils and stimulates the scalp too at the same time. Try it, lightly, and see what you think. It's no where near this original formula I used to buy and use for years, but it's close ... for now. I do this 1-2x a week.
12. While I’m open to trying new products, vitamins, even shampoos, etc., that purport to stimulate hair growth, I’m also very SKEPTICAL that they → MIGHT NOT WORK AT ALL!!! Did you know? 80% of the time, I find ADVERTISED PRODUCTS DON'T WORK as much as they say they do. These hair care/growth products are just the latest scam on the block to help give you hope that you can maybe grow your hair back possibly kinda well sorta perhaps. Talk about your SALES JARGON GARBAGE! Well, in my book and my keen observation(s) they're all bull to me. After researching 40+ hair growth products online extensively, then seeing how much they cost, absolutely poor reviews shared on Amazon and other review websites, and how little they work, I simply revert back to my 30+ YEAR TESTED, self-prescribed hair care/growth routine that I've laid out for myself (and you) and I’m 110% fine with just sticking to what I know and do best as described here on this page you're reading.
Now, whenever you hear about ANY hair care/growth product being heavily advertised anywhere, Google that product or service name with the words “complaints” or “reviews” or “returns” or “sucks” after it and see what comes up? Also, head on over to Amazon.com, look up the very product you're interested in trying and read the reviews. Here's how I gauge a good product → I must see 70% or more 5-STAR reviews and LESS THAN 7% 1-STAR reviews.
Here’s an example, “simfort” (shampoo). Then, read the search results for about 15-20 minutes. What did you find? Testimonial reviews like this one: “I am still on my first bottle (of Simfort shampoo) and have not seen any change in growth or thickness. In so many cases, companies like these DON'T CARE. It's a numbers game to them. If they sell 100,000 units and only get 10,000 returned/refunded, they still made a nice profit. BUT, 10,000 people weren't openly happy and another 10,000+ who didn't return or review the product go unheard from. NOT GOOD by any account.
What's more, you might get stuck on some recurring billing B.S. that charges your credit card on a recurring monthly basis "... for $124.60 a month. I’ve been notified by a company that it would take 25 business days to return funds or the company just refused to cancel the subscription. Now if they had a reputable product, would they really need to conduct business in this way!?!"
BOTTOM LINE? Do your own deep research when it comes to ANY AD YOU SEE! Especially, hair transplants complaints and hair transplant reviews. Granted, not everyone will experience what others have experienced, but still, I'd rather research any service that wants to charge you thousands of dollars for ____??? What are they promising? What will you get for your money? How long will the process take? How much PAIN will you be in during/after the transplant? And, what if you have problems with the transplant and the doctors aren't around to help you or they don't want to? They got their $X,XXX and now they're ggggone!!! Again, I'd rather save my money and execute my hair care, hair growth program for at least a year before you go under the laser, the knife, spend hundreds or thousands of dollars on some gimmick product/service, you name it.
Again, read the lowest Amazon reviews for any hair growth product you might like to buy. As a side note, whenever I shop for ANY product on Amazon, if the 5-star ratings (for a product) are UNDER 70% and their 1-STAR rating are OVER 7%, chances are there's something wrong with the product ... AND I DON'T BUY. Too many people have spoken their honest opinion(s) and experience(s) to save you the time, money and trouble with ordering such product(s) and returning them for a refund.
So, always do your own research and read the reviews others have taken the time to leave behind in order to make up your own mind whether to buy x-hair care/growth product or not.
Lastly, if you see an ad on Instagram, TikTok or YouTube, look up that same product on Amazon. Chances are, the company sells it on Amazon for more exposure and more sales. Here's where you can see what others before you have to say about such product before you waste your time, money, and hope in using said product to help grow your hair.
THAT’S IT (THE END)
Thanks for reading! After 30+ years of research and testing, I know I've found the go-to solution for hair care and hair growth for ME! My plan (and products used/recommended) are affordable, easy on the body, good for you in many cases and easily doable by anyone who applies my methods to help stimulate hair growth and slow down hair loss.
Catch me 20 years from now and I'll still be utilizing the same hair care/growth formula I've been using for the past 30+ years. THAT right there should say something about how reliant my regimen is.
Hey, I hope you found this article helpful and I hope you too experience the kind of hair growth you've always wanted. Knowing everyone's different, still, I think your odds at growing healthy hair now have a fighting chance that won't break the bank and should be good to your body.
Let me know what you think. Contact me through my website. I look forward to reading your comments about my hair care / hair growth report.
Genuinely,
Bart Smith
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