#pelilarga

Genetics, mostly. I have a fairly low-maintenance routine and have never put too much effort into it.

Some recommendations, though:

✺ A nutrient-dense diet with plenty of protein, fatty acids, and antioxidants. Having sufficient iron, vitamin D, and B-vitamins levels is essential. I eat a lot of hunted meat and fish, full-fat dairy, eggs, probiotics, dark leafy greens, beans, oats, and fruit.

✺ Stay hydrated. Low-moisture leads to brittleness and breakage. I make my own herbal tea blends based on nutritional goals. For hair growth, I recommend nettles (rich in iron and trace minerals), moringa (contains isothiocyanates), horsetail (high in silica), and red clover (supportive of female hormones, especially as we age).

✺ I think this depends on hair type, but I oil my scalp weekly and my ends twice a day. It makes my hair shiny and soft but I imagine could lead to greasiness for a lot of people. I make my own hair oil from jojoba and castor oils plus rosemary.