Healthy and well-groomed hair is the main decoration of any woman. To preserve the natural curls of curls, the usual care of shampoos and hair balms is not enough. Additionally, you need to use various kinds of masks. The most useful are those that are able to maintain healthy hair. In addition, masks do not allow brittleness, dryness, hair loss and dullness.
Causes of dry and brittle hair
Damaged hair can be identified by several main symptoms. First of all, you will notice that the curls have lost their shine and the color has faded somewhat. Hair becomes tough and coarse. Also, the ends are split, you notice a tendency to tangling and difficulty combing. If these symptoms are detected, it is recommended to take appropriate measures to restore hair as soon as possible in order to prevent their condition from worsening.
The causes of damage to the hair structure include:
- Frequent effects of cosmetic procedures on hair are hair dryer drying, straightening with an iron, use of a curling iron, perm, as well as regular hair coloring, especially lightening;
- The use of counterfeit products, which lead to weakening and damage to hair;
- Frequent hair wash. Intense combing of damp hair or wiping with a towel leads to fragility;
- Using the wrong shampoo, for example, which does not match the type of hair;
- Wash in too hot or too cold water, as well as the use of iron combs, too tight elastic bands and hairpins;
- Bad habits - drinking alcohol and smoking;
- Unbalanced diet. The lack of vitamins and minerals in the body affects not only the general well-being, but also the hair structure;
- Also, the presence of hormonal or endocrine diseases in women results in brittleness and dryness of the curl;
- Adverse environmental conditions;
- Due to environmental influences - a strong wind stream, frost or prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, which cause an excess of ultraviolet radiation;
- Hereditary predisposition;
- Violation of sleep patterns, overwork;
- Period of pregnancy.
If the structure of the hair follicles is damaged, useful nutrients will not enter the strands. To fix the problem, it must be addressed comprehensively. It is necessary to identify and eliminate the cause of hair damage, use nourishing masks that will restore health and beauty to your curls.
Benefits of Nourishing Masks
You can buy a nourishing mask in a pharmacy or in a specialized store. But, in order to cure damaged hair, it is best to prepare the product at home based on natural ingredients, without inclusion in the composition of chemicals.
The main advantages of nourishing masks include:
- component availability;
- efficiency;
- use only natural ingredients;
- There is no need to purchase expensive cosmetics.
It is better to alternate the recipes of nourishing masks for damaged hair, this over time will help you choose the most suitable composition for your hair type.
General Terms of Use
Basically, homemade nourishing hair masks are prepared from essential and base oils, honey, kefir, eggs, cosmetic clay and pharmacy vitamins.
General rules for the use of nourishing hair masks:
- The ingredients should be mixed until a homogeneous consistency;
- All products that make up the product must be fresh. You can also use only freshly prepared mask. Even if leftovers remain, they cannot be stored and used during the next procedure;
- It is important to keep track of the time, since overexposing the nourishing mask for longer than the time is not allowed;
- Before applying the mask, it is recommended to do a light head massage. This improves blood circulation, thereby enhancing the effect of the active ingredients. Massage begins in the eyebrow area. Using the index and middle fingers in a circular motion, massage the area between the eyebrows, slowly moving to the temples. After that, the entire head is massaged - from top to bottom and in the end in a circle. At the final stage, grab locks of hair at a distance of 3 cm from the roots and pull them fairly vigorously;
- Nourishing masks are applied over the entire length of the hair, most carefully on the roots. The product is held on the head, usually within 20-25 minutes, unless otherwise required by the prescription;
- They are washed off without fail with water, the temperature of which should either correspond to the body, or be 2-3 degrees higher. After this, you need to wash your hair with an ordinary shampoo without various additives or with a decoction of medicinal herbs;
- 15 minutes after washing off the mask, massage the scalp again.
With severely weakened and damaged hair, a nourishing mask is recommended to be performed 2-3 times a week. For preventive purposes - 2 times in 30 days.
Contraindications to the use of masks:
- oncology associated with the skin;
- acute inflammatory processes;
- burns of any origin and stage;
- irritation and wounds in the area of the mask;
- hair coloring, from the moment of which at least 2 weeks have not passed;
- an allergic reaction to the components used;
- headache, migraine.
Extremely careful should be treated with particularly aggressive components, for example, tincture of red pepper. Before using new components, be sure to do an allergy test for sensitivity.
For the treatment of dry and brittle hair, it is contraindicated to use "alcoholic" nourishing masks, especially based on cognac.
Nutritional Mask Recipes
As previously noted, hair is subjected to various tests daily. If, for example, some girls depend on the use of pads, hair dryers, curls, which you can refuse, then you can’t influence the weather in any way. The only salvation is the use of nourishing masks, which will protect against the harmful effects of the weather, give curls strength, a healthy look and help to recover faster.
Also, the scalp, which carries a huge load, affects the condition of the hair. Approximately 260 hairs fall on one centimeter of the scalp, and at least 150 thousand fall on the entire head. To maintain such a mass of hair in good condition, the scalp needs additional care. Thanks to nourishing masks, it is possible to regularly supply the scalp with the necessary components - fats, vitamins, zinc, silicon, iron, sulfur, magnesium and many other useful substances.
However, it is worth remembering that the effect of home masks will not be visible immediately, it will begin to appear within a month after regular use.Hair will begin to gradually fill up with strength and energy, in particular, do not wait for an instant result if your hair is badly damaged. The key to success is strict adherence to all dosages and points of the recipe.
From oils
Due to the fact that any natural oil has a unique and medicinal composition, nutritious oil masks are considered especially valuable. The chemical composition of oils includes such beneficial substances as fatty acids, vitamins of various groups, vitamins of group E are especially useful for hair, as well as many trace elements. Regular holding of masks made from natural oils nourishes and moisturizes the hair, heals brittleness and dryness and improves growth.
Oil-based nourishing hair masks:
- With olive and essential oils. For cooking, you will need essential oils of ylang-ylang and chamomile - 5 drops each and 3 tbsp. heated olive oil. All components are mixed and applied over the entire length of the hair. Washed off with ordinary shampoo after 20 minutes;
- Mask based on burdock oil. This tool nourishes the scalp and has a therapeutic effect on curls. Before applying oil, it will need to be slightly warmed up. To achieve a positive effect in the shortest possible time, it is recommended to keep the mask for at least an hour. Then rinse with shampoo;
- Mask of coconut, almond and castor oil. Mix one teaspoon of each component, while stirring them. Before applying to the hair, the mixture will need to be warmed up. The duration of the procedure is at least 45 minutes;
- From castor and burdock oil. Mix the components in equal amounts, then lightly warm. The mask is applied for an hour, then washed off with a regular shampoo.
From clay
Cosmetic clay is used not only for making face masks, but also for hair. Any of the clays has a therapeutic composition: pink, black, white, blue, etc. To make a clay mask, dilute it in warm water and mix until a uniform consistency is achieved. Various components can be added to cosmetic clay:
- egg yolk;
- dry mustard;
- natural honey;
- cream;
- cocoa;
- aloe juice;
- a few drops of burdock, olive or vegetable oil;
- pharmacy vitamins;
- essential oils;
- infusion of their healing herbs, etc.
It is applied along the entire length and held for an hour. Then it is washed off with warm water (not hot), after which it is washed with shampoo.
From eggs and honey
Fresh egg yolk has long been considered an excellent tool for moisturizing and nourishing hair. Previously, it was also used as the main detergent.
To prepare a hair mask, you will need:
- one fresh chicken egg;
- one teaspoon of natural liquid honey;
- one tablespoon heated linseed oil.
The components are thoroughly mixed. A mask of eggs and honey is applied not only to the entire length of the hair, but also rubbed into the scalp. In this case, the hair should be wet. After applying the treatment mixture, wrap your head in a plastic bag, then cover with a warm towel. The duration of the procedure is 40 minutes, then the mask is washed off with shampoo.
Kefir mask
Kefir is not only useful for internal use, it is also used to treat acne, as well as to get rid of dryness and brittle hair. Antioxidants, vitamins, calcium and proteins are most appreciated in the composition of kefir. With the regular use of a homemade nourishing hair mask, prepared on the basis of kefir, you can not only cure the damaged hair structure, but also stabilize the sebaceous glands.
Recipe for making a kefir mask. You will need:
- 0.5 cups of fresh kefir, preferably natural;
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar;
- 1 tsp honey.
Apply a kefir mask to the roots, then use a comb to spread the mixture to the ends. Duration - 30 minutes, and to eliminate the smell of kefir from the hair, you can wash your hair with organic fruit shampoo.
When choosing kefir, pay attention to its composition. Choose a product that does not contain various additives, sugar and flavors. Strictly follow the recipe, as non-compliance with dosages, especially with regard to apple cider vinegar, can lead to a burning scalp.
Nutritious banana mask for dry and brittle hair
Bananas are rich in potassium, vitamins, antioxidants, and also contain natural oils and rare vitamins of group C. Banana masks will help moisturize, strengthen curls, while maintaining natural elasticity.
Potassium, which is part of the product, prevents the process of hair loss. Vitamins help strengthen hair follicles, stimulate hair growth and prevent their fragility. Vitamin E favorably affects not only the structure of the hair, but also on the scalp. Vitamin C improves blood circulation, and therefore the bulbs become stronger.
Banana Mask Recipe:
- Coconut oil - 1 tbsp;
- honey - 1 tbsp;
- olive oil - 1 tbsp;
- ripe banana - 2 pieces (depending on the length and density of curls, you can use only 1 banana).
Cut the banana into slices, then mix it until smooth. Then, the remaining components are added to the gruel - honey, olive and coconut oil. A banana mask is applied in a thick layer to the scalp, then distributed along the entire length. The duration of the procedure is 20 minutes. After time, rinse thoroughly with curls and scalp with warm water.
Moisturizing and nourishing strawberry mask
Berries contain a huge amount of antioxidants that have a beneficial effect on the scalp and hair structure. Also, nourishing strawberry masks are able to regulate the functioning of the sebaceous glands, thereby eliminating the excessive production of sebum.
To prepare the mask, wash the strawberries, the amount will depend on the length and density of your hair. Mix the strawberries until mashed, then add 1 tablespoon to the mixture. coconut oil and natural honey. Stir until smooth.
A strawberry mask should be applied to wet hair. Keep the product for 30 minutes, then rinse the curls with clean water at room temperature, preferably boiled.
Bread mask for hair nutrition
To prepare this mixture, it is recommended to use rye bread. Cut it into cubes and fill them with boiling water. You can also use a medicinal decoction of chamomile, nettle or linden. After the bread absorbs water and softens, with a blender we bring it to a homogeneous slurry. Apply a generous layer to the hair and leave for 60 minutes. A bread mask helps curls gain vitality, makes them stronger, and also gives natural radiance.
Avocado Nourishing Mask
Avocados have moisturizing and nourishing properties. Proper use of the fruit helps get rid of dryness and brittleness. To prepare the recipe you will need a small ripe avocado, 2 tablespoons of milk, 1 tablespoon of almond and olive oil.
The avocado is ground, then mixed until a homogeneous gruel is obtained. Milk and butter are added to the resulting mixture. The mask is applied primarily to the roots, and then distributed along the entire length.
After applying it, you need to wrap the hair with a film and wrap with a towel and leave for 35 minutes. After time, rinse with warm water and shampoo. To get a nourishing hair mask with a thicker consistency, you can not add milk to its composition. Rinse the mask thoroughly with water to remove all avocado residues.
