I've just noticed that I've added A LOT of new things to my regimen (or lack of one) at once. Since I started the protective style challenge I have started to sleep in a satin bonet, take Nioxin 2x a day along with a Biotin supplement, and perform nightly scalp massges w/ a bit of olive oil....
At the end of the challenge I won't know what new thing helped me attain the most growth. Ah well, it is better that my old routine...sleep with my hair out on a cotton pillow case and spray with a mix of water and olive oil in the morning (bad I know).
I have always co-washed but my hair would still get really dry and crispy feeling...all this new stuff seems to really be working by the feel of my hair.