Edited By Vaishali Bhatt Reviewed By Deeksha
The individual strands of your hair put together is called hair density. In simple words, the number of hairs on your head determines the density.
Hair density can be broadly classified as dense, medium and thin. Speaking numerically, a scalp having average density has 2,200 hairs per square inch.
100,000 individual strands of hair on the whole scalp are considered the average level. The most crucial factor in hair density is aesthetics.
Having less or more hair does not cause physiological harm.
The density of hair also revolves around ancestry, as in, the African race has a high hair density, Caucasians have medium density, and the Oriental race has low hair density.
It is a common myth that curly hair is denser. In reality, density does not increase, but the volume increases, which gives an illusionary appearance of higher density.
You might be curious as to how you can determine the density of your hair. Here’s a simple method to do so:
Wash your hair and dry it thoroughly. Wet hair tends to clump and stick together and does not give you accurate data. Look in the mirror. If you can see your scalp, it is an indication that your hair density is low. If no scalp area is visible, it signifies a higher density than average.
Why the Low Density
First, let us address the reasons for low hair density:
Maintaining hair is one thing, but increasing hair density is a different game altogether. Here, we will discuss extensive methods to increase hair density. Various factors may influence the success rate of these methods. Still, assuredly, some of these are bound to help you improve your hair density.
How to Increase Hair Density in 1 Week!
Natural Methods
Diet
As much as we undermine the importance of a healthy and balanced diet, it is one of the most influential factors that determine the density of hair.
Consuming the right quantity of fruits, vegetables, sprouts and meat ensures that your body gets the required micro and macronutrients that are necessary to keep the hair healthy.
Drink plenty of water
No, you can’t water hair like you water your plants! Drinking water frequently helps to flush out any accumulated toxins from the body. This promotes the absorption of nutrients, and you can soon experience dense, shiny hair.
OIL
Oil is one of the best foods for the hair and scalp. It promotes hair growth and eventually increases density.
It nourishes the scalp and strengthens the roots of the hair, preventing hair fall, which is one of the most common reasons for thin hair and low density. Various hair oils are also beneficial to hair. These oils can be used individually or combined.
Here are some of the most common ones:
Video: Essential Oils for Hair Growth
Follow the right protocol
Wash your hair twice a week. Use lukewarm water to rinse hair. Avoid using hot water as it tends to open up pores on the scalp and increases the chances of hair fall. Apply some hair oil and massage your scalp with your fingertips, the previous night. Try to avoid massaging with fingernails as it can damage the scalp.
Leave the oil overnight and wash off the next day. Try to air-dry your hair. Drying your hair in the sun gives you extra volume and added shine. Avoid using a hairdryer as this can increase frizz and make your hair dull and damaged due to excessive heat.
Combing
Try to comb your hair twice a day. This improves blood circulation, which in turn strengthens the roots of the hair.
Use a wide-toothed comb first to untangle and defrizz. Then use a fine-toothed comb to brush through. Use a clean comb free of oil, dust and dirt. It is highly recommended that you use a wooden comb rather than a plastic comb simply because plastic, when rubbed on hair, causes frizz but wood does not.
Hair masks
Just like your skin, your hair too needs masks to rejuvenate. Proteins are the best nutrients to infuse in a hair mask.
It is recommended to use hair masks 2-4 times in a month, as per your convenience. You do not have to worry about fixing a salon appointment for this as you can indulge in a hair spa right in the comfort of your home. The easiest and most effective hair mask can be made from egg white and yoghurt.
Apply it all over your scalp and leave it on for about 15 minutes before you wash it off. Take care that it doesn’t dry your hair as it can pull out hair from the roots. Wash off with a mild shampoo and finish with a little bit of conditioner.
Trim every three months
Our hair is constantly growing (for some, faster than the others). This eventually leads to the tips of the hair to split. Once it splits, it stops growing. Thus, trimming your hair every three months helps you get rid of the splits, and your hair continues to grow.
Vitamins
Vitamin C and Vitamin E are extremely beneficial to the hair. Vitamin C prevents hair damage, and Vitamin E promotes growth and strengthening of the roots. Strong roots ensure that you don’t lose hair.
Reduce Stress
Stress is one of the most commonly reported factors that lead to hair fall, obesity, headache and an overall depreciation in health. Make time to blow off steam and de-stress.
Handling Wet Hair
Wet hair is the weakest. It can easily get pulled or broken. Tend to your wet hair very carefully. Never comb, detangle or de-frizz your hair when it is wet. Prevent using a blow dryer. Air drying your hair is a better option for your hair.
Other Ways to Improve Hair Growth
Hair transplant: This is a medical procedure in which a surgeon makes tiny slits on the scalp and inserts micro grafts of hair. After this surgery that is conducted under the influence of local anaesthesia, the scalp is covered in a bandage for a couple of days until the puncture holes heal and can hold the tiny hair grafts.
