If you’re dreaming of long, luscious locks straight out of a shampoo commercial, you’re not alone. Growing your hair longer while keeping it strong and healthy takes more than just patience—it requires a thoughtful hair care routine and a few smart lifestyle choices. Whether you’re recovering from damage or simply want to improve your hair’s overall health, these seven tips straight from our hair care experts will help you on your journey to longer, stronger hair.

Get Regular Trims

It may sound counterintuitive, but trimming your hair every 8–12 weeks can actually help it grow longer over time. Regular trims prevent split ends from traveling up the hair shaft and causing breakage, which makes your hair appear thinner and shorter. By snipping off damaged ends, you’re giving your hair a healthier base to grow from. So don’t forget to schedule those trims ahead of time!

Use a Bonding Shampoo and Conditioner

When you want your hair to grow longer and stronger, a shampoo and conditioner with bonding technology can make a major impact. Bonding shampoos and conditioners are designed to help rebuild broken bonds and fortify the hair to help prevent breakage and damage. The result is silky smooth hair that lasts.

Enjoy a Hair-Healthy Diet 

Your hair is a reflection of your overall health, and nutrition plays a major role in how quickly and strongly it grows. A diet rich in protein, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids supports healthy hair growth, while key vitamins like biotin can help improve thickness and resilience.  

If you’re looking for a tasty, daily boost, try eSalon’s Biotin Hair Gummies. These cherry and citrus-flavored supplements are packed with biotin, vitamin C, vitamin E, and other hair-healthy nutrients to help support healthy hair from the inside out.

Brush Gently

Vigorous brushing—especially when your hair is wet—can cause serious damage. Always use a wide-tooth comb or a detangling brush and work from the ends up to avoid pulling or snapping strands. For best results, apply a leave-in conditioner or detangler to make the process smoother and protect your hair against breakage.

Care for the Scalp

Healthy hair starts at the scalp. A clean, balanced scalp creates the ideal environment for hair to thrive. Incorporate gentle exfoliation or a clarifying shampoo once a week to remove product buildup, excess oil, and dead skin cells. You can also massage your scalp daily to boost circulation, which helps deliver nutrients to the follicles and may stimulate growth.

Avoid Heat Styling

Flat irons and curling wands can deliver instant style—but at a long-term cost to your hair health. Frequent heat styling weakens the hair shaft, leading to dryness, breakage, and stunted growth. Try embracing your natural texture or using heatless styling methods whenever possible. If you do use heat, always apply a heat protectant to minimize damage.

Sleep with Silk

The friction from cotton pillowcases can lead to tangles, split ends, and frizz—especially for long or fragile hair. Swap your pillowcase for one made of silk, like the eSalon Silk Pillowcase, to help your hair retain moisture and reduce overnight damage. Silk allows your hair to glide smoothly while you sleep, helping you wake up with fewer tangles and less breakage.

Long, strong hair doesn’t happen overnight, but with the right care, it’s absolutely within reach. From nourishing your strands with bonding products to protecting them while you sleep, every step counts. Make these simple habits part of your daily routine, and you’ll be well on your way to the healthier, longer hair you’ve always wanted.