5 Reasons Why Your Textured Hair Isn't Growing
From Michelle Obama's hairstylist to leading dermatologists, OurX textured hair experts weigh in on the top reasons why you're not hitting your length goals.
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Dr. Jenna Lester
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Jenna Lester is the founder of the Skin of Color dermatology program at UCSF and an assistant professor of dermatology at University of California San Francisco (USCF), where she practices and teaches general dermatology.
Johnny Wright
Celebrity Hair Stylist
Celebrity Hair Stylist
Johnny Wright is a celebrity hairstylist with over 30 years of experience. His notable clients include Michelle Obama, Queen Latifah, Kerry Washington, and Tamron Hall.
Cataanda James
Hairstylist And Curl Educator
Hairstylist And Curl Educator
Cataanda James has worked in the hair-care industry for over 20 years and is a licensed cosmetologist, beauty educator, multicultural hair-care, and color expert.
5 Reasons Why Your Textured Hair Isn't Growing
Inconsistent Washing
❌ common misconception
“Isn’t washing less often better for my hair?
✅ ourx wisdom
Commit to washing your hair at least once a week. A refreshed scalp is the foundation to healthy hair growth. Consider the OurX Detox Cleanse Complex for a thorough cleanse without stripping natural oils.
Product Buildup
❌ common misconception
“The more products, the better, right?”
✅ ourx wisdom
Less can be more. Use a personalized regimen that is designed for you where each product is intended to be used together, minimize build up and promote a healthy growth environment.
Not Using the Right Products
❌ common misconception
“If it’s popular, it must be good for my hair.”
✅ ourx wisdom
Understand your hair's true hair type. Hair growth varies from person to person and not all textured hair is the same. As our expert Johnny would say, hair type is only part of the equation. Take our in depth hair assessment to understand what's right for your hair.
Infrequent hair trimming
❌ common misconception
“Trimming will ruin all my progress and prevent me from retaining length.”
✅ ourx wisdom
Embrace trims every 6-10 weeks. Taking off a little at a time so you can keep your progress going and prevent extreme split ends! It's not about losing length but gaining health.
Excessive Heat Styling
❌ common misconception
“Heat has no impact on hair growth and straightening with heat makes hair look longer.”
✅ ourx wisdom
Treat heat tools as special occasions and not daily essentials. And when you do, armor your hair with the OurX Treatment Leave-In which has a heat protectant and use low heat.
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