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Unless you have recently buzzed your hair, your haircut is likely a little uneven. But you don't need to shave your hair to start growing it out. Try to get your hair trimmed every 6-8 weeks as it grows to keep your top and sides roughly the same length. If your haircut remains uneven, it will eventually become noticeably longer in the back than on top. The last thing you want while you're growing out your hair is a mullet. Frequent scalp massages can increase the blood circulation and encourage faster hair growth. Massage for 5 minutes every day, applying firm pressure to your head. Dip your hands in coconut oil before massaging to introduce growth-promoting vitamins and minerals to your hair. " While growing out your hair, you will eventually get to a place where your 'do is neither long nor short. Don't give up and crop your hair short during this phase. Wear a hat or slick your hair back until it's even to get through the awkward stages. Don't throw away your clippers or say goodbye to your stylist the day you decide to grow your hair out. To combat unruliness as you grow your hair out, you'll need periodic haircuts. If your hair starts to look uneven and heading towards mullet territory, get a trim. Let your hairstylist know that you're growing out your hair so she can give you an accommodating cut. Even after you reach your ideal length, aim for a trim every 6 to 8 weeks to avoid split ends.
Start out with an even cut, if possible. Massage your scalp daily to encourage hair growth. Have patience during your hair's "awkward phase. Adjust your cut periodically as your hair grows.