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The Truth About Hair Growth Treatments: What to Expect and How to Stay Consistent

Hair growth doesn’t happen overnight, but the results are worth waiting for.

Understanding what’s normal and what to expect can help you stay patient, consistent, and confident in your journey.

Starting a hair growth treatment can feel slow at first. You check your hairline every day, waiting for visible changes — but real growth takes time. Hair typically grows about half an inch per month, so it can take a few months to see meaningful results.

The most important factor is consistency.

Whether you’re using a topical solution or oral medication, daily use matters. Skipping applications or stopping too soon can delay progress.

Hair grows in cycles, moving through phases of growth, rest, and shedding. As new hairs begin to grow, older ones naturally fall out to make room. It’s a healthy part of the process, signaling that your scalp is responding and adjusting to treatment.

Support your treatment with good scalp care:

  1. Use gentle shampoos
  2. Avoid harsh chemicals and heat
  3. Massage your scalp regularly to boost circulation and stimulate the hair follicles.

Hair growth is a gradual journey, not an instant fix. Stay consistent, take progress photos, and celebrate every small improvement along the way.


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