5 Mistakes To Avoid When Growing Your Hair!

[@ManForHimself]

The holy grail of hairstyles: manforhimself.com/mens-hairstyles/

[@kevinjewell233]

I decided to grow my hair out 3 years ago when I realized my hair had gone white, I had been getting various shades of ash blonde and light ash brown streaked through my roots every few months...by this last summer my hair was past my collar bones, except the fringe which was just past my chin. I went in for a cut, a blunt cut just at the top of the collar bones, which meant 3 inches off the back...my fringe/bangs may not be caught up but the first cut in 3 years took 10 years off my face (I'm 60) then I did a temporary color of Royal blue on half, that took even more years off, and with the mask we must wear I can pass for 30-35!!!!

[@ssssSTopmotion]

@@kevinjewell233 how tf

[@lazarus252]

Awkward stages are really hard for me. When I grow my hair long enough, I got thick hair, my head looks like a mushroom! Then I can't even look in the mirror how awful I look, so I go to the barber, cut my hair short and instantly regret what I did, and want my hair back so hard every single time!! I think I could past that awkward situation!

[@jk9685]

I’m at this stage! Get some decent hats/caps and a trim up every 12 weeks is what I’m doing

[@MyFootYourFace]

Nosi kapu kao i ja.

[@heron9580]

@@jk9685 do the sides need to be alot shorter than the top in order to get the hair to sort of hang down? Im so stuck on what to do

[@boobooman9365]

@@heron9580 The sides grow faster than the hair on top. So you should start growing out with long hair on top and short on sides in order to avoid puffy sides. After a while, when your hair on top is long enough, you can start growing out your sides. I'm not an expert, but this is what i did so i hope this helps:-)

[@heron9580]

@@boobooman9365 think i did this tbh my sides are looking alright now, the backs randomly grown 4x faster than the rest though and now i have a mullet aha, barbers open on 12th so ill get rid of that and sideburns then

[@cuparwearing]

cut my hair dead short for work after lockdown and completely regretted it, on the journey to grow it back out so this video is a life saver 🙏

[@ManForHimself]

With you all the way!

[@cuparwearing]

@@ManForHimself what a guy 🥺

[@nabranestwistypuzzler7019]

What does work have to do with it?

[@Michael18599]

Same! I had it cut short after the first lockdown. Now I want to grow them out and can't stop thinking how far ahead I would be, if I hadn't cut them.

[@MrEysox]

@@Michael18599 That's ok man, we all make mistakes.

[@fullertonsurfer]

I am in around a year into my growth, coming from a 1.5 in fade. You’re not kidding about this being harder than it looks! I think I’m out of all the super awkward phases, but the struggle is really! Appreciate the videos my guy. Cheers.

[@pammiwahi552]

I started having amla juice by mixing it with juice from aloe vera two times daily. Regularly cutting the hair also helps. Take care of the lifestyle. Use liiitllextra cocoonnion hair oil, shampoo as both are good for hair fall control. If you will do this everyday, you will results in a few weeks time.

[@Nitinpal68925]

Following using cocoonniion hair shampoo over more than a week, itself started show improved effects in comparison to other shampoo cleansers. Currently, I’ve noticed zero hair loss issues and the smell is soo pleasant and my strands are growing steadily though its certainly effective.

[@Silphwave]

I used to get insecure about the awkward fazes but now I've reached an age where I don't care anymore. I'm embracing it, wild hair matches my personality. Most of my friends are losing their hair, mine is still as strong as ever so I'm going to embrace it.

[@Icebearkjc1]

I’m growing my hair, so this video came at the best time. Thanks Robin.

[@ManForHimself]

Great timing!

[@Mashburn007]

Aww man Ditto 😍😍😎

[@colintroy7739]

I think a lot of us are... Quarantine cut continues

[@JosephX_USAF]

@@colintroy7739 cut my 2 days ago. I look weird but “it is what it is.”

[@injamulhoquesanjid7850]

Same

[@kevinfloors9774]

I'm growing my hair longer than ever before at the moment, so this video couldn't have come at a better time, haha All the best from the Netherlands!

[@ManForHimself]

This is good!

[@mikailsayar0328]

Im growing my hair out too and im from the netherlands haha

[@itbewhatitbemyg]

I’ve been growing out my hair since february and the process feels so wobbly but it’s worth it. Right now the front reaches just under my chin and the sides and back go 2 inches under my head. can’t wait to rock that surfer hair

[@aaron5473]

Only absolute legends grew their hair out in quarantine 😎

[@ManForHimself]

Preach! 🙏🏻

[@xxxtentacion4203]

Ay brother i have been growing my hair out since May and I love it

[@illhaqu777]

@@xxxtentacion4203 same since may 😂 really nice haha

[@blk1048]

I shaved mine during the first lockdown and regretted it immediately. Been growing mine out over the second and third lockdowns and it’s coming along nicely

[@Jack_2004]

I was one of them legends until today i couldent take it anymore went back to usual crop top with a skin fade 😅 🤣

[@DMJ1978]

Robin, you just have an amazing personality and it really shows in your videos. You're really in the lead, of any mens style channels on YT. Cheers.

[@axxl6316]

Have had long hair for more than 14yrs until last year,when I came across your channel I decided to give short hairstyles a try.This covid lockdown encouraged me to go back.I absolutely love how you style your hair regardless of length. You have me going through products never thought of using,which i like...love your work,keep it up

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks very much. Feedback like this is great to hear.

[@Riverbend1752]

The last part of high school, I wanted long hair but didn't have it in me to ride out the awkward stage. When I graduated and started college, I decided I was going to ride it out this time. I'm now a sophomore and couldn't be happier with my growing hair.

[@drootdoot]

Robin, I absolutely love this look on you. I've been growing my hair out since January, and I got a trim in August to shape it better for college. Recently I felt a bit frustrated by my long hair, but your videos and website have given me so much advice and the inspiration to not give up so thanks a lot!

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks Andrew. Hang on in there!

[@NathanDuffy725]

I'm 30 now but when I was a teenager I had longer hair and my senior pictures were great, I took extra care of my hair and have received compliments from a college on how thick and healthy it was. I remember growing my hair for a long time and was careful on washing it. I did get it trimmed after a long time but after it grew out again, it became a lot thicker then my hair was really nice and dark brown. I am growing my hair out again and want to different stuff with it, I'm already 5 weeks in!

[@Nept6nss]

Congratulations:) nat

[@chrisx2009]

Ive grown out my hair since February without a hair cut and this video reassured the idea i had about getting a trim. I mean, its about 10 inches on the top and about 8 on the sides and back, its just got no style or shape anymore. Point is this video came along at a great time

[@SamuelDiaz21]

I'm in the military so i can't even grow long hair but i still really enjoy listening to your advice haha

[@brad6440]

I’m USAF, thankfully our standards allow us to “cheat” and is measured by the thickness of our hair when it’s laid flat.

[@SamuelDiaz21]

@@brad6440 Marine here, we have almost zero leeway when it comes to hair standards lol

[@anotherreview5586]

Quarantine we perfect for the awkward stage! Worked out well

[@notimportant8806]

This guy's channel and website is the absolute best.

[@SquidTheKid]

It’s officially hair growing season. It’s tough to grow out hair, thanks for the tips!

[@ManForHimself]

It is! You're very welcome.

[@hyakub]

I am in that awkward stage specifically with the back. Looks like a squirrel's bushy tail LOL

[@ManForHimself]

I hear you! It's so tough.

[@heron9580]

Do you cut that bit? It looks like a mullet but i dont know if it is?

[@Thedarcyboys]

@@heron9580 I just cut a bit of the squirrels nest at the back because it looked horrific lmao

[@heron9580]

@@Thedarcyboys yeah thats what im thinking, if i dont do u reckon it will grow out nice tho or not?

[@coletrain3599]

What it's like now?

[@markwalsh6714]

Yep I shaved all mine off and now going through regrow. Great video Thankyou.

[@mateusz.w.nawrocki]

Thanks, man! I'm with you, growing hair since April.

[@ManForHimself]

You're with me!

[@InvasivecarpAngleruk50]

Best Men’s Hair growing guide I’ve seen in ages , 100% agree with everything you said ,

[@yeatts134]

Thanks for the content. Looking to grow my out. I have an appointment with my barber today. Thankfully he spent the last year growing his own hair out so hopefully he can set me on the right path

[@Miura1799]

Been growing my hair for 15 months with no cuts. It’s definitely worth the wait

[@ayandey6939]

No split ends without maintenance cuts??

[@Miura1799]

@@ayandey6939 yep

[@ayandey6939]

@@Miura1799 thanks... that's assuring...I've been growing out my hair since February and had only one maintenance cut so far and I'm not planning on getting any more cut to get past the awkward stage quickly.

[@Miura1799]

@@ayandey6939 no problem, I’m going to need a trim eventually though. You just need to keep your hair healthy and it won’t split. The only thing that’ll make it split is time.

[@ayandey6939]

@@Miura1799 thanks bro...just wanna get through the awkward phase as quickly as possible.

[@jc-rq8or]

My hair use to curl and poof out really bad. Started washing my hair with natural tallow based bar soap and now it's softer, doesn't dry out, lays flatter, and curls less. Who new ditching the harsh chemical based shampoos would help so much.

[@thereisnopandemic]

Don’t shampoo every day, shampoo once a week.

[@REDEMPIRECM]

I totally agree with your point of using lighter products for longer or in general thicker hair. I never understood why so many people on youtube etc. recommend hair clays and matte pastes especially for thick hair. Even a quiff sometimes naturally has too much weight to it, so a dry clay might achieve the opposite effect by weighing the hair down. A good Styling cream with medium to high hold and natural shine should be fine :D

[@remek_ember]

I am growing my hair and it's going very slow on the top and so much faster on the back of my head. It drives me crazy

[@heron9580]

Does the top need to be alot longer than the sides? Im not sure wether i should get the sides cut back while the top grows more

[@joshkuempfel9826]

Been growing mine for about 6 months and it’s going pretty well, going for the grunge Kurt cobain sort of look.

[@blue123456ization]

Haven't had a cut in 8 months. I am almost past the awkward stage. Going to have a cut now just to tidy up a bit

[@dkmyname4560]

I'm growing my hair out and I love this video and is very helpful, thanks Robin?

[@ManForHimself]

You're very welcome!

[@FOOKYOUTUBENUMBERS]

I was gonna give mine a wee trim but as You put it am going to ride it out 😬Cheers Pal

[@shashikumarv2123]

Love the frames. Such vintage / classic look. Keep it up Robin

[@ManForHimself]

Thank you

[@derekporter66]

I've ruined my hair 3 times by cutting it myself during the awkward stage. Every time I promised I won't do it again. But I probably will. Last time I undone about 5 months growth

[@ManForHimself]

5 months is amazing though! Just do whatever works for you.

[@michaelcastelpoggi1735]

Can confirm you should have a goal because I've been growing my hair out for like 6 months and every time I ask myself what I'm doing I just go: "Eh, let's give it another month". It would be a lot nicer if I had a styled cut xD

[@TheJoTri]

I’ve grown out my hair for a year now and I love long hair! I rewatched my hair growth journey videos on my channel and it’s shocking to see the start😂 S/O to anyone who grew out their hair this quarantine🔥

[@nabranestwistypuzzler7019]

Your hair is still medium length.

[@TheJoTri]

@@nabranestwistypuzzler7019 my hair just wavy 😂

[@abhishekkariyaden2403]

Completed 15 months now enjoying

[@chrisnelson9298]

Like some other followers on here, I also started growing it through lockdown. I was going through the awkward stage when the barbers re-opened then got it all chopped off! Wish I had stuck it out!

[@ManForHimself]

You can go again! You can do it!

[@AMS-rt9yf]

I tried the leave in conditioner on damp hair on the side it really helped me

[@ManForHimself]

This is good to hear!

[@Umiiida]

Cool video Robin. You're right, it's better patiently wait that transition period adjusting if necessary with your hairdresser. Nice glasses and outfit, suits you well 👌

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks very much.

[@rutwikpradhan2385]

This guy deserve more subscriber I mean look at the quality of his content man btw big fan and love from India ♥️

[@daveoconnell4738]

Great video man as always 😁 great advice as always you rock keep making these videos and I’ll keep watching them 😁 have a good one

[@MrGrinch1225]

A hairstyle directory? Brilliant!

[@Franangrsheim]

Its times like this that i regret cutting my long hair. I forgot the agony of the middle phase.

[@princejohn9630]

Growing your hair is like an art it need time, care and your dedication or it will cause the opposite. Washing and conditioning has a huge part on hair growth it can make your head great or bald according to what you do.

[@ManForHimself]

Exactly! perfect way of looking at it.

[@princejohn9630]

@@ManForHimself by the way the video was very helpful and awesome 👍

[@abdulwadud1201]

Personally, growing my hair out, I’ve realised that my hair is weaker and falls out more especially when using a shampoo. my hair also feels more flat and the scalp is a bit more visible than usual, so getting it cut a little after 5 weeks is best

[@fearless6694]

Bullshit

[@ManForHimself]

Do whatever you need to do. If it works better short, do that.

[@KS-hy9du]

Same man, My hair is very thin and oily, Whenever I use shampoo (I don’t scrub really hard, I just massage my scalp) and it still has quite a few strands of hair falling out

[@notnickDPT]

Currently growing mine out! I have a goal of 12 to 14 inches to donate to wigs for kids. Currently at 5 inches max, maybe 4.5. Definitely at the awkward stage with my thick hair haha. Do you have a video on styling products? I'm tired of looking like justin bieber, or shaggy from scoobie doo on a good day haha

[@codychen9036]

I had an undercut a month ago, so i'm growing my hair out from it. Also my hair on top is a kinda short right now (around eyebrow level)

[@ManForHimself]

Stick with it, Cody.

[@oliverrrrrrrrrr]

Great Vid Robin! Hairs looking great and those glasses are killer 👌🏽

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks so much, Oliver.

[@Kfo221]

This guy ended up cutting his hair. Dont be this guy. Keep going brothers, the akward stage doesn't last forever

[@DotCom0000]

I've been growing my hair for over a year now and I never trim it. This really helps.

[@fishmelon7049]

Im always in the awkward phase. I have a bad habit where I cut it every few months

[@hughjassFrom7YearsAgo]

I’m growing out my hair, but I’m losing motivation really quick with the results of it. I know hair dont grow that fast but i keep expecting it to grow long within a month, i dont know what to do!

[@unidaspandemia9936]

Be patient, till month 10 or so It won´t look good, I´m on 11, It looks great on me, but before I always was thinking on get a cut

[@heron9580]

Beanies 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@adriantroickic8477]

@@heron9580 i work in hospital so i cant wear caps there and i dont want patients and colleagues to look at my horrible awkward phase also i cant go out to club with friends wearing cap 😐

[@heron9580]

@@adriantroickic8477 honestly after all this time, the best advice I can give you is to stop even thinking about it, just let it do its thing. I stopped caring and then the time flew by so fast and it was long. Wish I did so earlier on. Thinking about it everyday just makes it seem so slow and painful.

[@heron9580]

@@adriantroickic8477 Also, is there not something you can put over your hair when your at a hospital? I don’t know a thing about that type of workplace but I’m sure Ive seen doctors wearing them.

[@MovieManOfPetersham]

My hair goal is what Colin Farrell had in the 2006 Michael Mann film; “Miami Vice”, and I recently had to get my maintenance cut to help even it out because the lower back was getting out of control. Glad I did because it’s helping the awkward stage be less awkward.

[@ArvosK9]

Super helpful for a novice. Thank you.

[@kiranrampat3064]

I loved Lush Hair Custard. It was perfect for styling my medium length hair…. Until they discontinued the product. Has anyone found a replacement for hair custard?

[@j.r.5803]

Any thoughts on trying to grow ur moustache again (or a goatee) to combine with the mid-long hair that you currently own?

[@ManForHimself]

I am considering it! For sure.

[@gripm4040]

More videos on long curly or wavy hair please

[@adoniscreed1385]

Yeahhh! I need a video about this, especially for curly hair

[@ManForHimself]

Yes! Would love to help.

[@sev2658]

its been around 3 and a half months and im getting to the akward stage but since its gonna be winter ill have a cap on my head all time :D

[@ronmaren4135]

The problem I had with the long hair is that I spent too much time drying after shower and spending too much time organising it before work.

[@phoreignoutcast1361]

I have a low man bun under cut took a while to grow and definitely had awkward stage as well because I have super thick hair

[@patrickbateman7769]

thanks for this mate, my 80s hair metal band is getting underway so i'm really trying to grow my hair out

[@jackb348]

Do or do not, there is no try.

[@omarw.8714]

Hey Robin, I'm DESPERATE for your tips/guidance on hair care tutorials for "Professional Athletes".. Those of us who train 3+ sessions a day & need to shower daily as well after they get exposed to chlorine, sea salt, sweat, sun, etc.. EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. No one has EVER mentioned us 😅 Been following you for a loooong time. Many thanks for all that you provide!!!

[@ManForHimself]

Hey Omar! Of course. For hair washing?

[@ManForHimself]

If so... Wash when you need to. I take it you won't be using hair product every day? I have hair products with UV/sun protection here. Some for chlorine too: manforhimself.com/product-tag/sun-protection/ This could be a good shout for you: manforhimself.com/products/aveda-sun-care-hair-and-body-cleanser/

[@omarw.8714]

Hello Robin, This is great! I'll definitely get them and test them myself. Many thanks!! I have 2 more questions though, 1) since I get exposed daily, is it better to wash daily since even though it's not recommended, it might still be better than chlorine leftovers? 2) I'm growing my hair (almost same length as urs at the moment) but As you could imagine, it's a but dry & frizzy no matter using sulfate free shampoo (3 times a week), conditioning & using argan oil daily. Is there something I'm doing wrong? Sorry for the long questions. Thanks!!!

[@NoOne-og6he]

Great video robin!👍👍

[@motocon9221]

me watching this video already having going through the proccess of growing my hair

[@JoshNunnyt]

Loving the long hair life

[@izzudinj]

Starting my journey now for the 2nd lockdown 🤘🏻 just hope I persevere 😂

[@samueljames2154]

Great video and great website!

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks Samuel. The website is my baby! Really working on making it as good as possible.

[@damiget2831]

My sides and back feel like it never grows, that’s usually why I give up. I’ll give it another try

[@ManForHimself]

Stick with it!

[@jethrojacinto2798]

Robin you have been the most helpful person for me during this whole growing hair out process as it's been a long time for me too since always getting fades every couple of weeks. Thank you!

[@ManForHimself]

Thanks so much. Glad I could help.

[@scottramos3391]

I’m gonna try go for what Andrea pirlo has I love his hair

[@TheJoTri]

Pirlo got that amazing hair!⚽️

[@D_10S]

Wines 😂

[@dreamweavergroup]

Loved this video! Growing my hair out too

[@ManForHimself]

Cheers Zac.

[@dreamweavergroup]

@@ManForHimself Where is your zip sweater from in this video ?

[@xandervilliar5687]

Thanks robin♥️

[@FloridaBikeVlogger]

mines looking crazy and I kind of love it.

[@Nirrini]

Whow your hair looks exactly like Dick Grayson’s/Nightwing’s hairstyle. Looks really good 👍🏼

[@hamstersmash]

i made a mistake, from March 2020 i been growing my hair, but i thought cutting my sides and back of my neck was a maintenance cut, so now my top is massive and my sides/back neck are short comparatively

[@irishuwould5185]

Did anybody else think the picture behind him was his hair

[@kurjan1]

This video could not have come at a better time... I am 50 yo and have decided to grow my hair... Lost Job, CV19... perfect time to have a play around. I have always worked in stuffy Law offices in suits blah blah blah... BORING. Now I am free... Hair? Have not had it cut since April however, it is quite salt and pepper and I am finding the grey hair is really quite wiry and doing crazy stuff... It absolutely does not matter what product or how much or how little I use... it's just crazy weird. Any suggestions?

[@MsAlexgar]

I love your hair. Thanks for the advise

[@wicklowmania]

The Hair Custard has been discontinued according to the Lush site. What would you suggest instead?

[@thatoneguywhomainszofia.2846]

Been growing my hair out since the start of quarantine and school opened for ONE day and I was forced to cut my hair

[@AA-jx5fv]

Been growing my hair for 8 months. Can you do a video on the best products to keep long hair shiny, hydrated, and less fuzzy. I feel like my hair gets fuzzy once it dries. I’ve got wavy hair. I prefer when my hair is damp. Any suggestions?

[@luciopena1361]

I’m literally dealing with the same thing. Did u find a solution?

[@AA-jx5fv]

@@luciopena1361 Good quality Argan oil and coconut oil has been great for my hair. I do 2/3 Argan oil and 1/3 coconut oil

[@luciopena1361]

@@AA-jx5fv thanks bro I’ll try it out 👍

[@nikhilgoyal7970]

I was just waiting for this Video!

[@ManForHimself]

Hope you enjoyed it

[@nikhilgoyal7970]

@@ManForHimself I Sure Did👍

[@nikhilgoyal7970]

@@ManForHimself Hey , i just ordered blumaan pomade it is a bit hard. can u tell me how to soften it up?

[@gabrielanton1350]

Been growing mine since January only trimmed it once should I again??

[@annamari7863]

Hi lovely. Thanks for the vid. Good tips to survive the awkward stages. (You are really handsome and I feel that the glasses you are wearing are not the right sort for you.)🕶

[@elilevesque7822]

Where is the 1/4 zip from?

[@calebromazon3082]

Where is the quarter zip jacket from?? I dig that

[@dennisgordon7767]

awesome video, thank you. I decided to grow my hair out to try something new and realized I know nothing about that side of hair length so to speak. About 5 months in now and can see the awkward stage creeping up soon! Now i know to embrace it!

[@marjaanchowdhury]

Where did you get your glasses? They look really cool

[@christopherdismuke723]

Link to sweatshirt worn in this video?

[@tashtean]

What happens when you sleep? I mean the next morning should you wash it ? And if you don’t wash, will it look oily and dirty?

[@ReLLaXed]

Hi Robin, wanted to say I haven’t visited your channel in a few years, and I remember you from when you just started years ago, and I’m glad to see how much you’ve advanced. And just a question, you don’t seem like a very tall man (5’7~ correct me if I’m wrong), and so am I. I was wondering what kind of advice do you have to make us lower end guys look taller? I am in law school and a bit worried about suits. Besides tailoring and slimming them, any other advice?

[@ManForHimself]

Hey Netanel, Good to have you back. I'm 5'10 (180cm), so fairly average in height. Don't wear longline and have everything sitting on the waist. Will help to build proportions. Tailoring where possible really will help.

[@NicholasPaulFranks]

Quality video. Thanks!

[@hikaru9082]

thanks but im really having trouble with how many times i should shampoo/condition a week please reply i have straight hair

[@ManForHimself]

Video coming!

[@abzbaj6080]

im in the process of growing my hair to bun length.i did start from a long top and short sides, so do i just let the hair grown normally or do i even the length throughout. Also i have no idea what to say to my barber bcz i do want to maintain it but i dont know how to without affecting the lengthening process, help!!

[@WhatYouMeanNo]

What did you end up doing here? I'm in the same boat

[@michaelg4044]

Robin you mind me asking I think I’m over thinking but do you have any scalp exposed after you wake up in the morning or from laying down. My sides seem too have these weird parts across my scalp.

[@jayay4000]

Please recommend barber for long hair around Maidenhead thanks

[@jP-nw7nm]

Robin can you do another one about hair health?

[@Evan_Shau]

Oh well this is what I needed today