Why Your Natural Hair Stopped Growing: 5 Common Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

ou’re doing everything right—or so you think. You’re oiling your scalp, washing regularly, and buying the latest trending products. Yet, every time you do a length check, your hair seems stuck at the exact same length.

It’s frustrating. It makes you wonder: Is it my genetics? Is it bad luck? Has my hair just reached its limit?

Here is the science-backed truth: Your hair is likely still growing. On average, hair grows about ½ inch per month. If you aren’t seeing that length, the problem isn’t usually growth—it’s retention. Your hair is breaking off at the ends just as fast as it is growing from the roots.

At Tommag Hair Care, we believe in solving hair problems with science and nature, not guesswork. If your growth has plateaued, you are likely guilty of one of these 5 common mistakes. Here is how to fix them.

Mistake #1: You Are Skipping Deep Conditioning (Or Doing It Wrong)

Natural African hair is structurally different from other hair types. It is naturally drier and more prone to damage because the natural oils from your scalp have a harder time traveling down the twists and turns of your curls.

Shampooing cleans your hair, but it can also strip away moisture. If you wash your hair and skip the deep conditioner, you leave your strands brittle. Brittle hair lacks elasticity, meaning when you comb it, it snaps instead of stretching.

The Fix:

You need to restore the protein-moisture balance. Treat deep conditioning as a mandatory step, not a luxury.

• For weak, breaking hair: Use our [Protein Treatment Deep Conditioner]. It penetrates the hair shaft to rebuild lost proteins and strengthen the structure of your hair.

• For dry, dull hair: Use the [Volumizing Deep Conditioner] to inject hydration and life back into your curls.

Mistake #2: You Are Ignoring Scalp Health

There is a saying we love at Tommag: "Healthy hair starts at the root."

Many people focus entirely on the ends of their hair while neglecting the scalp. But think of your scalp like soil in a garden. If the soil is clogged with product buildup, dirt, dandruff, or excess oil, the "plants" (your hair) will struggle to push through. Clogged follicles can stunt growth and even lead to hair loss.

The Fix:

You need a clean, breathable foundation. Avoid heavy greases that clog pores. Instead, focus on gentle cleansing and stimulation.

• Cleanse: Use the [Herbal Repair Shampoo]. It removes dirt and buildup effectively without stripping your hair of its natural oils.

• Treat: If you struggle with flakes or itching, apply our [Anti-Dandruff Spray]. It targets the fungus that causes dandruff while soothing inflammation, creating the perfect environment for growth.

Mistake #3: You Aren’t Sealing in Moisture (The "Sponge Effect")

Water is the ultimate moisturizer, but it evaporates. If you spray water on your hair and leave the house, the sun and wind will dry it out within an hour. This is the "Sponge Effect"—when a wet sponge dries, it becomes hard and rough. Your hair does the same.

The Fix: The L.O.C. Method

To retain length, you must trap the moisture inside the strand. We recommend the Liquid - Oil - Cream (L.O.C.) method:

1. Liquid: Apply the [Hibiscus Tea Leave-In Conditioner] to hydrate the cuticle.

2. Oil: Apply the [Strengthening Growth Oil] to coat the strand.

3. Cream: Seal it all in with the [Aloe Vera Hair Butter]. This heavy butter creates a barrier that locks moisture in for days, keeping your hair soft and pliable.