💇♀️ 8 Hair Care Habits That Actually Made My Hair Thicker — No Oils, No Gimmicks
A real story. Real changes. Real results.
Let’s cut the fluff — I used to do everything “right,” and my hair was still a mess.
Split ends, constant shedding, frizz that refused to calm down... And don’t even get me started on all the oils and expensive products I used that promised “thicker, shinier hair.”
Spoiler: they didn’t work.
But when I stopped treating my hair like a science experiment and started listening to it, things finally changed.
I focused on what actually matters — the small, daily habits that make a long-term difference.
No wild promises. No secret potions. Just eight habits that finally gave me the healthy, full, happy hair I was chasing for years.
🌿 1. I Stopped Over-Oiling and Overwashing My Hair
I know — oiling your hair sounds like the holy grail for hair growth. But here’s what happened to me:
Too much oil + too much shampoo = dry, irritated scalp and more hair fall.
Now, I oil my hair once a week, max. I use a lightweight oil like jojoba or argan oil, leave it on for 1–2 hours, and then wash gently with a sulfate-free shampoo.
Hair needs nourishment, not drowning.
🧴 2. I Switched to Sulfate-Free, Gentle Shampoos
Traditional shampoos with sulfates strip the natural oils that your scalp needs. Mine left my hair dry and my roots itchy.
Once I switched to gentle, sulfate-free formulas, my hair felt cleaner but also more hydrated and balanced.
What worked for me:
Function of Beauty (customized + clean)
Briogeo “Be Gentle, Be Kind” Shampoo
Acure Ultra Hydrating Shampoo
And yes, they’re all cruelty-free and available globally 🌍
✂️ 3. I Trimmed Regularly — Even When I Didn’t Want To
I used to avoid haircuts because I thought they would ruin my “progress.”
But the truth is: split ends don’t just sit there. They climb upward.
Now, I trim about 1/2 inch every 8 weeks.
Not to cut length — but to preserve it.
And oddly enough? My hair started growing longer and looking thicker.
Letting go of dead ends helped me grow better ones.
💤 4. I Switched to a Satin Pillowcase
This was honestly one of the easiest changes I made.
Cotton pillowcases tug and pull at your hair while you sleep. They also absorb your hair’s moisture.
I swapped mine for satin (or silk, if you want to splurge), and I noticed fewer tangles and far less breakage in just a week.
Plus, it feels luxurious and keeps your skin happy too. Win-win.
🧘♀️ 5. I Reduced Heat and Gave My Hair "Off Days"
Straighteners. Blow dryers. Curling wands.
I used to rely on them for confidence — until I realized they were stealing my natural shine.
Now, I style with heat only on special days, and I always use a heat protectant spray.
Most days, I let my hair air dry and embrace its natural wave.
Also: I started wearing loose buns and claw clips instead of tight ponytails. Less pulling = less breakage.
Healthy hair doesn’t have to look “perfect” all the time. It just has to be treated kindly.
🍽 6. I Focused on Internal Nourishment
There’s only so much shampoo can do.
Once I focused on what I was feeding my body, my hair transformed.
I made sure to include:
Protein: eggs, tofu, quinoa, beans
Iron: dark leafy greens, lentils
Zinc & Biotin: nuts, seeds, sweet potatoes
Omega-3s: chia seeds, walnuts, salmon
Water: at least 2–3 liters a day (seriously!)
I also took a simple multivitamin on days I missed nutrients — nothing fancy or sponsored.
When you nourish your body, your hair reflects it. Every time.
🪮 7. I Brushed Differently (and Less Often)
There was a time I brushed my hair way too often, thinking it would keep it smooth.
Truth: it caused breakage, frizz, and unnecessary hair fall.
Now, I use a wide-tooth comb and always detangle from the ends upward, not from the scalp down.
Also — I never comb soaking wet hair. I wait until it's slightly damp or 80% dry.
And yes, I stopped over-brushing. Sometimes, your hair just wants to be left alone
⏳ 8. I Gave It Time. Patience. And Consistency.
This is the habit no one wants to talk about.
I used to jump from one trend to the next — caffeine scrubs, onion juice, rice water… (yes, I smelled like salad for a while).
But the moment I stopped chasing “fast results” and committed to a gentle, consistent routine, I saw real changes.
In 3 weeks: less breakage.
In 6 weeks: thicker ponytail.
In 3 months: shiny, strong strands that didn’t fall apart in my hands.
The best thing I gave my hair was time — not trends.
If you’re tired of the overcomplicated routines, the products that over-promise and under-deliver, and the feeling of defeat every time you see hair in the shower drain — I want you to know this:
You’re not alone. And it can get better.
You don’t need a $300 routine. You don’t need miracle oils.
You need habits that respect your hair.
These 8 changes didn’t just grow my hair — they helped me rebuild my confidence and stop fighting with the mirror every morning.
Start small. Stay kind. And give yourself — and your hair — a little more patience than the world does.
With love and a healthy scalp,
Shara Amore