Do you have long hair or want to get longer, healthier hair? These long hair tips are what every woman needs to know to keep long hair healthy and strong.
When you finally get your hair long, it can sometimes be overwhelming to keep it long and healthy. There is so much contradicting advice out there. These tips are tried and true for someone (me) who has grown her hair from short, platinum blonde hair to long, lived-in blonde hair twice in the last 3 years!
You are going to learn about all the long hair tips from simple hair tweaks, long hair products, and how to have a solid hair care routine.
After learning about these long hair tips, you won’t even have to think twice about how to keep your long hair strong and healthy.
This post is all about long hair tips that every woman needs to know about.
13 Simple Long Hair Tips
1. Gentle Brushing Especially on Wet Hair
Brush your hair gently and avoid doing so when it’s wet, as wet hair is more fragile and prone to damage. A wide-toothed comb is a great choice for detangling without causing breakage.
Brush from the bottom to the top. Get the knots undone from the bottom first and work your way up. If you start at the roots, you are potentially breaking off pieces of your hair where the knots are therefore thinning out your hair.
Some of the best brushes for detangling without causing breakage are those without the little balls on the end and have boar bristles like the Mason Pearson brush that is like $275 but well worth it if you want to really invest in your hair. But I’ve heard the Crown Affair and Dry Bar ones that are similar are just as good for about 1/3 of the price.
2. Say No to Excessive Heat Styling
Limit the use of heat-styling tools such as straighteners and curling irons. When you do style your hair, always apply a heat protectant spray to shield it from damage.
Instead, try to only use heat once a week and master a heatless curl method that works for your hair type and your sleeping style.
Here is my favorite way especially if you are a side or stomach sleeper.
3. Regular Trims to Prevent Tangles
Schedule regular trims when your hair starts to tangle easily at the ends. This helps maintain a healthy appearance and prevents split ends.
I personally do a hair ‘dusting’ once a month. Here is a blog post more on it, but essentially it’s when you run your fingers down your hair and when you see a split end, snip it off.
4. Drying with Care
Instead of letting your hair air dry, consider using a microfiber hair turban to remove excess moisture gently. Follow this with a gentle blow-dry to avoid stressing your wet hair.
Blow drying your hair can be safe if you use a heat protectant, use a medium heat setting, keep it over a foot away from your hair, and continuously move it around your hair.
When your hair is wet, it’s most susceptible to breakage because it’s more stretchy and if your hair gets snagged or causes friction, you can break it off or even cause stress on the strand leaving it more likely to split further up the hair shaft. So trying to get it back to its dry state is going to keep it healthier.
Microfiber Hair Towels:
5. Choose Hair Ties Wisely
Opt for soft hair ties made of silk, satin, or nylon. These materials are less likely to tug or break your hair compared to traditional elastic bands.
My Favorite Everyday Hair Ties:
My Favorite Satin Scrunchies:
6. Avoid Over-Bleaching
Excessive bleaching can lead to hair damage. Be mindful of how often you bleach your hair to maintain its health and strength.
Switch to a more low-maintenance hair color like a balayage or a more lived-in blonde that can grow out nicely so you don’t have to go to the salon to bleach your hair every 12 weeks.
I personally get my hair bleached 2 times a year and I still have pretty long hair.
7. Show Love to Your Scalp
Treat your scalp with the same care you give your face. Keep it clean and healthy to support strong, vibrant hair growth.
I have so many blog posts about scalp health but here is one with the basics of basic scalp care to give you tips and why your scalp is so important for long, healthy hair.
8. Invest in a Silk Pillowcase
Swap your cotton pillowcase for a silk one. This reduces friction and minimizes hair tangling and breakage while you sleep.
Don’t believe me? Here is my blog post about why it’s so so SO important!
9. Establish a Solid Hair Routine
Craft a hair care routine tailored to your needs. Choose the right products, including a suitable shampoo, leave-in conditioner, and hair oil.
Recommended Shampoos:
Recommended Leave-In Conditioner:
Recommended Hair Oil:
10. Find the Perfect Washing Schedule
Determine the ideal hair-washing frequency for your hair type. Avoid over-washing, as excessive water exposure can lead to damage.
PSA: It’s okay if you wash your hair every day because you have an oily scalp. It’s also okay if you can go almost a week without washing it and your scalp and hair feel great. Your wash schedule varies from person to person, their hair and scalp type and lifestyle.
11. Keep Your Hair Hydrated
Use a conditioner or mask on a weekly basis to condition your ends. On non-wash days, apply hair oil to the ends to keep them nourished.
Once you hair grows out of your scalp it’s dead so you need to protect it at all costs and external factors determine how healthy it is and if its damaged or too dry, it’s more prone to breakage therefore losing it’s length.
My favorite hair masks:
12. Lighten Up on Hairstyles
Avoid heavy ponytails or buns that can exert unnecessary stress on your hair. The weight of long hair can strain your hairline and result in hair loss and breakage.
And no more tight, slicked-back hairstyles! They could be causing tension breakage or even alopecia at your hairline!
If you need some hairstyle ideas, check out my Pinterest for hairstyle inspo.
13. Prioritize Hair Health
Above all, prioritize your hair’s health and well-being. Your hair is a reflection of your unique style and personality, so treat it with the care it deserves.
These 13 essential long hair care tips are designed for you and what you need for the question of how to keep long hair healthy!
XO, Annie
