This Two-Product Hair Routine Is Your Secret to Longer, Thicker Hair
Hair envy no more
Everyone covets thicker, longer, shinier hair, but what does it take to achieve it? Ahead, find our best tips and the two key products we swear by.
Believe it or not, there is a science to getting your crowning glory in tip-top shape, and we’ve got the inside scoop on the essentials. Genetics can only get you so far on your journey to long, thick, and healthy hair. To truly meet your hair goals, you’ll have to put in the work—and it’s all about consistency, protection, and the right products.
Don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered. Ahead, find our best tips for growing your mane out:
Tip #1: Invest in your scalp
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As we’ve reiterated time and time again, great hair starts at the root—literally. If your goal is thicker hair, you have to give your scalp the TLC and nourishment it deserves. The best way to clock in your scalp’s five-a-day? The winner of the ‘Best for Hair Growth’ award in our 2025 BURO Beauty Empties, Shiseido Professional’s Sublimic Adenovital Scalp Power Shot.
This hair growth essence works on the deepest layers of the scalp to nurture thicker, healthier tresses. Powered by Shiseido’s proprietary Hair Powerizing System, the Adenovital Scalp Power Shot works to support hair growth, prevent thinning, and volumise the roots. Not only does it deeply hydrate the scalp with its lightweight formulation, but it also works to strengthen your strands both inside and out for healthier hair.
It’s best used on towel-dried or dry hair—simply use the targeted nozzle to dispense one full pump of the serum to each area of your scalp, then massage it in with your fingers. In addition to the invigorating fruity-herbal fragrance, the cooling sensation of the serum provides relief to the scalp and roots.
Tip #2: Wash your hair regularly
While it may seem counterproductive for your hair’s health (overwashing can do more harm than good to your strands), washing your hair regularly is important for growth. Things like oil, sweat, dirt, and product buildup contribute to common hair issues like scalp irritation, weakened hair strands and dandruff, so it’s important to wipe the slate clean regularly for the sake of your hair’s health. Just make sure to follow up with conditioner after you’re done shampooing!
How often you should wash your hair depends greatly on your hair type and condition but as a general rule, you should aim to schedule wash days accordingly: every day or every other day for fine hair; two to three times a week for medium hair; and once or twice a week for dry, thick, or curly hair.
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Tip #3: Steer clear of excess heat styling
The next step to getting long, luscious locks is giving your hair a much-needed break as often as you can. There’s only so much that heat protectant can help with—if you’re frying and ripping through your strands day in and day out with no reprieve, you’ll be doing some serious damage.
Instead of heat styling every day, try blow drying your locks on cool and opting for heatless styling methods wherever possible. Trust us—your hair will be much happier for it!
Tip #4: Keep your hair protected at all costs
When it comes to growing your hair out long—and keeping it that way—protecting your lengths is essential. There’s no sense in putting in all the work into your scalp care if your ends are breaking off in bulk. There are three essentials for healthy lengths: frizz management, moisture retention, and heat protection.
It sounds like a lot of work, but it doesn’t have to be! Schwarzkopf Professional’s Fibre Clinix Bondfinity Light Oil streamlines the essentials into one convenient step. In fact, that’s exactly why it won the ‘Best Hair Oil’ award in our 2025 BURO Beauty Empties! Powered by Bondfinity Technology and the Nourishing Five-Oil Complex, this multifunctional repair oil delivers lightweight moisture to your strands, provides heat protection up to 230°C, and repairs the hair over time.
It can be used as a pre-shampoo step, a heat-protecting blow-dry protectant, or a finishing oil for added shine and reduced breakage. With consistent use, you’ll find up to 93 percent less breakage, fewer split ends and up to 99 percent more shine.
Tip #5: Stay away from high-tension hairstyles
Slick-backs and tight updos are very trendy right now, and while cute, they might be causing your hair loss and thinning issues. The constant tension from these hairstyles puts immense stress on your hair follicles and can damage them permanently over time.
The best thing to do is steer clear of high ponies and slick-backs entirely, but if you can’t give them up, then make sure to keep them to a once- or twice-a-week basis for the sake of your strands.
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All in all, the secret to better hair days ahead is simple. Stay consistent, protect your strands, and watch your hair thrive—shinier, stronger, and longer than ever before.
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