Hair care masks are products with compounds designed to treat damaged hair, maintain beauty and health and also prevent possible damage. These are products that can be used at home and in most cases are simple to use and practical, which is a factor that ensures these items very successful.
There are several types of hair masks available on the market, but in general they are divided into 3 features: hydration, nutrition and restoration. Each of these 3 types of masks can have different ingredients and their use varies with the specific needs of each hair. The frequency of use of these treatments should also be measured by hair type.
The length of masking on the wire usually varies according to the type of mask. Hydration masks may have a shorter effect time, while nutrition and reconstruction masks have a longer use time due to the intensity of treatment. Each brand may have a different mode or time of use, so please note the instructions on the label.
To find out which type of mask is best for your hair and better understand how to use these products, check out the days below:
What is the best mask for each hair type?
As I said, each hair has a different need for treatment. You can usually check labels for mask functionality (moisturizing, nourishing or restoring) and by reading the ingredient list you can know if that mask will perform the nourishing function on your hair, for example. We talked to the hairdresser Carolina Leone of the Revigore clinic, who indicated which masks each type of hair should wear. Check out:
Dry hair
Dryness is a problem that does not only affect chemically treated hair, contrary to what is imagined. "All hair types dry out, you should always moisturize your hair, because the sun, pool, chemicals with color, discoloration and straightening can damage and dry the hair," says Carolina.
Mask Types: Try to use masks with high hydration power, because it will act by returning the lipids to the hair and closing the hair fiber cuticle, so the hair is silky and soft.
What ingredients to look for: You should look for masks that contain natural butters like Brazil nuts and shea nuts that can be associated with coconut oils, macadamia nuts and argan oil.
Frequency of use: use twice a week until you notice the dryness improves then perform maintenance every fortnight.
Dull hair
The lack of shine in the hair can indicate several problems, the most common are: "dryness, color fading, and lack of nutrients," comments Carolina. It is important to know the cause and for this it may be necessary to consult a professional.
Mask Types: Nutrition masks will return shine and vitality to the yarn.
What ingredients to look for: You should look for masks that contain seaweed, panthenol, aloe vera, and lanolin.
Frequency of use: use once a week or whenever you need it
Curly and Curly Hair
Curly and curly hair may need more care due to the difficulty of receiving the natural oils produced by the scalp. ? Hair with this structure tends to be more dry. The texture makes it difficult for the greasiness produced in the root (our natural hydration) to lubricate the whole hair, making it very dry ?, explains Carolina.
Mask Types: Moisturizing mask and intense repair, are usually specific masks for this type of hair.
What ingredients to look for: Masks containing coconut oil, cocoa, vitamin b5, wheat protein, soy protein ensure intense hydration and repair by better defining curls and removing frizz.
Frequency of use: apply whenever you wash.
Blond hair
Hair that has gone through bleaching, especially blond in light shades, needs a lot of care to repair the damage caused and prevent the future. "Blond hair loses many properties and may even break, requiring many treatments for its recovery," recommends the hairdresser.
Mask Types: reconstructive masks interspersed with moisturizing masks.
What ingredients to look for: masks containing keratin, arginine, omega 6, panthenol, silicones, acrylate polymers, caffeine, and niacinamide.
Frequency of use: apply twice a week interspersing with the hydrating mask.
Hair with chemistry
Constant use of chemicals can affect hair structure, so it is important to associate the use of chemicals with the use of products that replenish the nutrients that make up the hair fiber.
Mask Types: nourishing, moisturizing, and rebuilding masks.
What ingredients to look for: masks containing keratin, collagen, polysil, sericin, argenine, glycine, cystine, alanine, histidine among others.
Frequency of use: apply twice a week interspersing nourishing, rebuilding and moisturizing masks.
Coloring hair
The use of coloring can be harmful to wires as well as other chemicals. Another problem is that "colored strands are subject to pigment loss when subjected to external aggressions such as sun exposure and heat," explains Carolina. The use of masks can combine care with maintaining color for these hair types.
Mask Types: Masks that guarantee color durability act by protecting the pigment inside the wire.
What ingredients to look for: masks containing zinc gluconate, and antioxidants such as vitamin E, caviar extract and silk protein.
Frequency of use: should be applied once a week.
It is important to remember that even the same hair can have different characteristics and treatment needs. If in doubt, it is interesting to look for a professional who will evaluate the condition of your hair and thus indicate the best mask treatment to follow.
Amazing masks nominated by bloggers
Investing in a mask may not be a simple task and we often ask friends and family for advice about masks that they have tested and approved. Following the guidelines, checking bloggers' opinions can be a great choice for choosing the right mask for you. Check out what they say about restoration, nutrition and hydration masks:
Restoration Masks
1. Surya Restorative Mask (R $ 20.00) by Nicole Gonçalves: Surya does not test on animals, is Cruelty Free and this product contains no animal ingredients, ie vegan / vegan! My hair was very silky, shiny and soft. It didn't weigh any of the time I used it. How long have I not removed the hair product very well? [full review]
2. Pantene Restorative Mask (R $ 15.35) by Tallita Lisboa: It gave a good moisturizer and an apparent disciplined on the wires, the effect was very cool on my wires, did not leave oily. I liked it and recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable and good result mask!?. [full review]
3. Keune Restorative Mask (R $ 137.00) by Ju Lopes: It is an excellent choice for porous hair damaged by chemical procedures such as light, discoloration and relaxation. The great advantage of it, besides acting fast, is that it softens a lot and leaves the hair very silky, you know? And as it is very concentrated it also yields a lot! [full review]
Moisturizing Masks
1. Barro Minas Moisturizing Mask (R $ 23,90) by Simone: Right after the rinse you can already see the hair well hydrated. My hair is always very silky, shiny, disciplined and well hydrated. Surely this cream has a captive place in my noble little heart ?. [full review]
2. Lola Sudden Death Mask ($ 16.05) by Bia Munstein:? The strands were treated-looking, more aligned, with a? Weight? but in the good sense of the word. It really looked very soft and well-hydrated. That is, highly recommended for dry hair!?. [full review]
3. Phytoervas Moisturizing Mask (R $ 25,90) by Lucy Viana: It has good spreadability, renders and detangles the hair very well. Although it is moisturizing, it does not let hair fly from hydration, but it also does not give weight to the hair. The assets of the mask are the differential, besides coconut oil and cotton, still have flax, quinoa and wheat ?. [full review]
4. Moisturizing Mask Crece pelo Boé (R $ 59,90) by Julia Doorman:? White mask with dense texture, has action of 15 minutes, is very smelling, that smell that is in the hair. Too moisturizes and can be used as needed. Rich in natural extracts and moisturizing actives, it can be used every week. Has that mega moisturizing effect and faint strands that I love? [full review]
Nutrition Masks
1. Amend Amarula Mask (R $ 28,72) by Sabrina Olivetti: The end result was soft, silky hair with no dry appearance. Result I could not notice even before discoloring the wires. I really liked the mask, how it left my hair, the way it yields and the smelling delight of Amarula ?. [full review]
2. Dove Oil Nutrition Treatment Mask ($ 7.99) by Carla Lopez:? It is quite emollient, easy to apply and glove.I left it in my hair for 20 minutes and I always love the result, my hair is softer and much shinier. It has excellent yarn nutrition, it has argan, coconut and almond oil, the combination gives a very good result that does not weigh on the yarn ?. [full review]
3. Bio Extratus Marrow and Ceramide Mask (R $ 39.90) by Julia Doorman: For its makeup, the mask can be worn whenever you feel the need for hydration or nutrition. It makes the hair very soft, silky and very bright ?. [full review]
4. Healing Moisture Lanza Mask (R $ 179.90) by Karina Viega: A Simply Perfect Hair Treatment Mask! It works effectively on the most common hair ailments (dryness, porosity, loss of elasticity and weakening of the hair). In the first application, the improvement of the appearance of the wires is so intense and notorious that it scares? [full review]
Homemade Masks: 4 Recipes For You To Test At Home
Homemade masks are practical, more natural and a great solution for those who have an allergy to industrialized components, and are much more economical than bought. From a quick search for the kitchen you can find ingredients to make great hair masks as functional as industrial ones. Another option is also to enhance the effect of masks purchased with natural ingredients. Check out some suggestions and how to do it:
1. Moisturizing with cornstarch
Ideal for dry hair, this recipe takes cornstarch, water and almond oil added to a hydrating mask of your choice and Bepantol. The effect is enhanced by thermal cap for 30 minutes. The result is loose, frizz-free hair.
2. Homemade avocado hydration / nutrition
Avocado is rich in vitamins and lipids, leaving hair straight and shiny. The ingredients used are avocado, honey and olive oil, which can be replaced by another 100% vegetable oil.
3. Restorative Egg Mask
This mask is suitable for chemical hair that is well damaged, elastic and dull. It is made with egg, honey and olive oil. The result is shinier, smoother, straightened hair. It can be used once a month.
4. Moisturizing Carrot Mask
To make this mask you will need honey, carrots and a moisturizing mask of your own. In addition to hydration, the mask promises to strengthen the hair and prevent breakage.
Investing in the right mask for your situation, whether homemade or industrialized, helps maintain the beauty of the wires and prevent them from being damaged, however, caution is important. "Excessive masks can damage your hair if there is no assertive diagnosis, so it is very important that you are guided by a professional," says Carolina. With proper care your hair will always remain healthy and beautiful.
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