Beautiful curls - the best decoration of any woman. A strong floor also does not hurt to take care of the state of its hair. Salon procedures are not affordable for everyone, and besides, they take time. Their replacement can be homemade masks, cooked on their own.
Features of the use of masks for hair
Unlike shampoo, the mask does not clean the head, rather, on the contrary, it "pollutes" it. The method of application of such products is quite simple - the mask must be prepared, evenly distributed on the hair, leave for a few minutes and rinse. In some cases it is required to cover the head with a towel at the time of application. Different masks need to be washed off in different ways. Most often you need to do this without the use of shampoo.
Regularity is very important - most masks give effect only with constant use, and a single application will not have a noticeable effect on the hair.
In this case, too frequent use can lead to undesirable consequences, therefore, when you are going to use this or that mask, you need to know not only its recipe, but also when and how to apply it.
Basic application rules
To mask was effective and brought the greatest benefit, you should remember some rules for the use of cosmetics.
- You should choose a mask that matches the type and condition of the hair. Separately, it is worth paying attention to colored, bleached, chemically curled locks - they need special tools.
- With regular use of masks they need to be changed every 2-3 months so that they do not lose their effectiveness. You can return to the previous composition of the tool later.
- Most homemade masks have a very short shelf life - only a few hours, so it is impossible to prepare them in advance - cosmetics will lose their useful properties.
- Masks should be applied to clean damp hair. It makes sense to do this after washing your hair. Apply the product should be evenly, especially paying attention to the roots and scalp.
- After application, you should cover your head with a plastic shower cap, and the top with a towel.
- Some recipes require warming heads. The tool should be heated in a water bath to 40 ° C, and a towel that wrapped the head, dipped in hot water, as it cools, needs to be changed.
- It is necessary to wash off the mask with warm (by no means hot) water. If the formulation of the mask allows the use of shampoo, then it should be selected in accordance with the action of the mask. You can use rinses and tinctures.
The rules of application can strongly depend on the formulation of the mask; special attention should be paid to this.
How to make a hair mask at home
The finished mask can be purchased at a cosmetic store or a pharmacy. But for those who have decided to do the procedure on their own, useful recipes for hair will be useful.
It should be clarified that some of them may have an unpleasant smell (for example, onions or garlic), so their application should not be prescribed on the day of an important event.
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Cinnamon
For this mask you will need:
- egg white - 1 piece;
- cold boiled water - half a cup;
- ground cinnamon - 1 tsp;
- vegetable oil (preferably olive oil) - 1 tsp;
- Honey - 1 tsp.
Protein needs to be whipped, mix with water, then add honey, cinnamon and butter. Mix components thoroughly to obtain a homogeneous mass. It is necessary to wrap up the head with a shower cap and a towel, leave the mask for half an hour. Some people advise keeping it on hair for up to three hours, but this is not recommended for the first application.
Beer
Composition:
- beer - up to half a liter;
- rye bread - 200 grams.
Beer should be poured into a high bowl, leave the bread in it until it is completely soaked (for about an hour). Components should be mixed thoroughly until uniform, apply to damp hair, leave for 40 minutes.
Pepper
It will take:
- pepper tincture;
- Burr oil;
- lemon juice;
- honey;
- yolk - 1 piece.
All ingredients, except the yolk, are taken in equal proportions. They need to be mixed until uniform, applied to the hair, paying special attention to the roots. The mask is left on the hair for about an hour, then washed off with warm water. If discomfort occurs, wash it off earlier and lubricate the scalp with a nutrient.
Against a fallout
Kefir
It will take:
- kefir or any other fermented milk drink - 1 glass;
- henna - 1 pack;
- yolk - 1 piece.
Kefir should be heated in a water bath to 40-50 ° C, add henna, mix thoroughly. It should make a pasty mixture without lumps, in which you need to add the yolk and mix thoroughly again. Lubricate the hair roots, wrap a warm towel and leave for an hour.
Yeast
- dry yeast - half a teaspoon;
- honey - 1 tablespoon;
- castor oil - 1 tsp;
- two egg yolks;
- Cognac - 1 tablespoon;
- Burdock oil - 1 tsp.
The oil of burdock and castor must be mixed and heated in a water bath. Then add yolks, honey and yeast. After 15 minutes, you need to add brandy and apply on hair, especially on the roots. Wrap, leave for 30 minutes.
Gelatinous
- gelatin - 2 tablespoons;
- yolk - 2 pcs.
It is necessary to mix the ingredients thoroughly, without leaving lumps. Leave for 10 minutes. When the gelatin swells, put on the hair roots, wrap and leave for 20 minutes. Wash off with warm water without shampoo.
Moisturizing mask for dry hair
Milk with banana
- banana - 1 piece;
- lemon juice - 2 tsp;
- milk depends on the length of the hair.
The banana needs to be peeled and kneaded to a slurry state, add lemon juice, mix. Apply the milk on the hair so that they are richly moistened, then lubricate them with a mixture of banana. Leave on for 30-40 minutes.
Classic with mustard
- burdock oil - 2 tablespoons;
- mustard powder - 1 tablespoon;
- yolk - 1 piece;
- Honey - 1 tablespoon.
Burdock oil should be heated in a water bath, then add mustard to it, mix thoroughly. After that, you can mix with honey and egg. The mask is necessary for the hair roots, after applying, you need to wrap your head for 15-20 minutes.
Mustard masks
Against dryness
- mayonnaise - 1 tablespoon;
- olive oil - 1 tablespoon;
- butter - 1 tsp;
- mustard powder - 1 tsp.
Melt the butter to a liquid state, then mix everything to a homogeneous mass. The composition is applied to the scalp, wear a hat, wrap with a towel and hold for 30-40 minutes. Rinse only with cold water without shampoo.
Against fat
- mustard powder - 1 tsp;
- blue clay - 2 tablespoons;
- apple vinegar - 2 tablespoons.
All components are thoroughly mixed, if necessary, add water or oil to make a pasty mixture. Apply to the hair roots and leave for 30-40 minutes.
For normal hair
- kefir - 100 ml;
- mustard powder - 1 tsp;
- yolk - 1 piece;
- honey - 1 tsp;
- Almond oil - 1 tsp.
Stir the components so that no lumps remain. You can add rosemary essential oil (a few drops). Apply to the hair roots, leave for 40 minutes.
With gelatin
Gelatin makes hair shine, makes them more docile - they are better fit into the hair and easier to comb. The simplest mask will require:
- gelatin - 1 tablespoon;
- milk - 1 cup;
- Honey - 1 tablespoon.
Gelatin needs to be dissolved in milk and give it time to swell (10-15 minutes). Then add honey and spread only on the hair roots, not spreading over the entire length. Hold 30-40 minutes. The mask is ideal for dry hair.
With honey
Honey is included in most recipes for hair masks. It has a nourishing effect, strengthens the hair, makes them more docile, gives shine, and is also perfect for giving cosmetic products the desired consistency.
One of the simplest and most effective masks consists of honey and lemon juice in equal proportions (just enough to evenly cover the hair). It is left for 10 minutes and washed off with shampoo. With regular use, hair becomes shiny and smooth.
With egg
Egg yolk is no less popular component of hair products than honey. The yolk is nutritious, it strengthens and smoothes unruly hair. In addition, the yolk is an excellent basis for masks containing liposoluble vitamins A and E.
For an egg brandy mask you will need:
- 1 yolk;
- tablespoon of brandy;
- lavender oil (a few drops).
The mixture of ingredients is thoroughly mixed and whipped, applied first to the hair roots and only then distributed along the length. After 20 minutes, wash your head.
Hair Care Tips
Hair needs careful daily care. Recommendations for care are very different for different types of curls - fat, normal or dry. In addition, if a woman carried out any chemical procedures (dyeing, perm), special tools are required. Do not forget about the individual features. Care products must be selected based on these features.
You need to wash your hair with a different frequency depending on the living conditions, the means chosen and the individual characteristics. Most modern shampoos are designed for daily use, but there are also therapeutic shampoos that need to be applied once a week or in courses. Working in dirty conditions requires more frequent washing of the head.
The ambient temperature is very important. Water for washing the head should be body temperature. The cold and damp air badly affects the condition of the scalp, so you should not neglect the cap - it will save beautiful thick curls. Hot water and hot weather stimulate the work of the sebaceous glands on oily skin and dry out, so in the heat it would be useful to have a cap or headband.
Wrap your hair in a towel after washing only need a few minutes to soak up the water. A long walk with a towel on the head slows down the drying of hair, and wet curls are more fragile than dry ones. For the same reason should not be combed immediately after a shower.
