Let your hair down
Both stylists are against tight ponytails which can cause breakage and puts unnecessary tension on the scalp and hairline. Loose buns, alligator clips, or even softer tools like Silk Small Slipsilk Scrunchies, $20, will keep you on track.
Brush gently
Excessive brushing can lead to breakage, so Bodt advises detangling in the shower with a wide-toothed comb or wet detangling brush (such as The Knot Dr. The Pro, $14.99), starting at the ends to avoid creating knots and tangles.
There are also products to address the issue of "hair fall" from excessive brushing — check out the Kerastase Genesis line, specifically the Kerastase Genesis Serum Fortifiant Hair Serum, $51, a daily fortifying treatment designed to address weakened hair experiencing breakage from over-brushing.
Treat Yourself
Finally, handle growing hair with care: silk wraps and pillowcases (like the popular Slip Silk Pillowcase, $89) decrease drag on hair and skin, and consider a shower filter to avoid hard water and mineral deposits. If a fancy filter is out of budget, check out the Malibu C Hard Water Wellness Collection, $30, a set of products designed to remove hard mineral deposits from the hair.
Happy hair growing, everyone!
