You can reopen hair follicles by doing regular scalp massages, using essential oils and topical treatments like minoxidil.
Massaging the scalp regularly can help to improve blood flow to your scalp and stimulate hair growth.
When you massage your scalp regularly it can also help to keep your hair follicles open and active.
Massaging your scalp also increases blood flow and delivers oxygen and nutrients to your hair follicles and stimulates hair growth.
Spend at least 5 to 10 minutes a day massaging your scalp using a scalp massager or even your fingertips.
You can also combine the scalp massaging with some rosemary oil, peppermint oil or even castor oil which can promote hair growth as well.
Essential oils such as peppermint, geranium and rosemary help to promote hair growth by stimulating circulation and reduce inflammation.
You can add a few drops of the essential oils to your shampoo or hair conditioner or even apply the essential oil directly to your scalp after you dilute it with a carrier oil.
Minoxidil which is a topical medication increases blood flow to your hair follicles and can stimulate hair growth and transition dormant hair follicles into the growth phase.
Minoxidil is a common treatment for hair loss and is available over the counter.
Also eating a healthy balanced diet that is rich in proteins as well as vitamins A, C and E and minerals such as iron and zinc can nourish your hair follicles.
Avoiding stress and regularly cleaning your scalp to remove buildup can also help to reopen the hair follicles and keep them open.
The buildup on your scalp can clog hair follicles and hinder hair growth.