If You Want Longer Hair, Here’s What Hair Growth Experts Say Actually Works

With so many options, what, exactly, should someone do if they are looking for longer, better hair growth? “If there is no budget, I’d personally start PRP, LLLT [low level laser therapy], topical compounded minoxidil with finasteride, and check my vitamin levels,” Puza said.

For a more natural (and less expensive) approach, your best bet might be taking Kinler’s advice: protect the hair you do have.

“Although there’s no magical formula for instant hair growth, there are steps you can take to help your hair grow,” she shared. Keep your scalp healthy, avoid heat styling and go for frequent trims to reduce breakage.

What you ingest matters, too. “Lean protein, green leafy vegetables, nuts, berries, and legumes are all part of a healthy hair diet,” she shared, as these contain essential nutrients for hair growth. “If you’re struggling to get the nutrients your hair needs through food alone, you should try incorporating supplements that contain biotin, fish oil, vitamins C, B and D, iron, omega-3, and fatty acids,” Kinler suggested.

Whatever approach you take, stay patient. While you might see more hair, faster hair growth is unlikely, and it can take months before results begin to show.

This article originally appeared on HuffPost.