Happy owners of beautiful and well-groomed hair will say: only weekly hair masks work wonders.

Rules for the use of masks

1. The mask must be fresh. Needless to say, there is no need to immediately prepare a bucket of nutritional formula and store it in the refrigerator.
2. Do not think that the longer the mask is on the hair, the more effective it is. Not at all. Each recipe lists the estimated exposure time. On average, it takes from half an hour to an hour.
3. To achieve a lasting healing effect, masks should be done at least two to three times a week. And then for preventive purposes - a couple of times a month.
4. Pay attention to the type of hair for which this or that mask recipe is intended. This is important not to harm, but to achieve the desired result.
5. You need to start treatment with a key problem: dandruff, hair loss, dryness, etc. Natural 6-in-1 masks are more of a fantasy. In the end, no one bothers you to do different types of masks every other day or every week.

Unexpected homemade recipes

What is the advice to do with homemade mayonnaise? Just apply on hair for thirty minutes. True, for owners of oily hair, such a mask is unlikely to work. You can wash it off with your usual shampoo.

There are several options for masks based on mayonnaise. They are for brittle hair. Well, for example, you can add a little warm kefir or whey and regular yeast to the mayonnaise mixture. For the best effect, it is better to wrap your head with something warm.

You can add aloe juice to mayonnaise - you get a good mask for strengthening the roots.
Some masks based on kefir and vegetable oils can be enriched with essential oils. So, for dry hair, you can add a few drops of rosemary or lemon oil. A rose works well.

A good firming effect is provided by a mask of onion juice, which is added to a mixture of burdock oil and egg yolk. Or a yolk and clay mask. A simple option (though it will not work for blondes) is to brew a bag of henna with fresh strong tea and leave it on your hair for half an hour. Hair after that looks healthier and less shedding.

And it is worth remembering this: any means for hair, skin, body should be changed at least once every two months. Then the healing effect is much more noticeable.
And do not forget about medicinal broths. Now their magic properties are declared even in advertisements. You can use the usual decoctions of chamomile, burdock roots, nettle, hop cones and others. Then the hair will be soft and fluffy, no worse than that of Hollywood stars.

Temperature changes, constant use of styling products, hair dryers and ironing - all these factors negatively affect hair health. When our hair is visibly damaged, only then we intensively begin to use nourishing and moisturizing products. However, this approach is extremely ineffective: to keep your hair shiny and strong, you need to use additional care at least once a week, even if you think everything is in order. We will tell you more about what to follow when choosing a hair mask in this article.

How to choose a hair mask?

Unfortunately, just as there is no cream that would solve all problems at the same time, there is no universal hair product. It is necessary to select additional care depending on your hair type and its needs.

Dyed hair

You probably remember the fiery red-haired Leela - the main character of the cult "Fifth Element". But you hardly know what Mile Jovovich had to go through during the filming: after dyeing it bright orange, the actress's hair was so damaged that she was wearing a wig most of the time.

Of course, modern hair dyes do not do as much harm as their predecessors, but you still have to struggle with some problems. How to prolong color fastness, add shine to hair, keep it healthy and strong? Use once a week to maintain excellent hair condition, or twice a week if the hair is severely damaged after dyeing.

• Regular use will extend the durability of the stain up to 10 weeks.
• Candelilla wax helps hair retain moisture and adds shine, while hydrolyzed wheat proteins strengthen and restore hair structure.

The mask helps to prevent the washout of the coloring pigment, nourishes the hair and creates a lamination effect.

Dry and unruly hair

It doesn't matter why your hair gets dry - under the influence of sunlight, hard water or styling products - a mask with nourishing oils will help to cope with the problem. For instance, . As the name suggests, the composition contains six types of oils at once: tiare flower, lotus, rose, flax, sunflower and chamomile. The mask is quickly and easily absorbed, making the hair softer, smoother, shinier and stronger. A nice bonus: after using the mask, your hair will become more manageable, so creating even the most intricate hairstyle will be as easy as shelling pears.

Damaged and brittle hair

Frequent use of a hair dryer, curling iron and curling iron will make your hair dry, brittle and weak. To prevent breakage and split ends, use a heat protectant before each style, and apply to hair once or twice a week. This remedy is intended for the most severe cases: thanks to the pro-keratin and cicamide in the composition, the hair becomes stronger, firmer and more elastic. This mask can also be used as a sos-remedy on the eve of an important event.

Fat roots

Hair that is oily at the roots is a common problem that, however, is rarely mentioned by cosmetics manufacturers. But Elseve's hair care range has a solution for this too. Oily hair at the roots also needs special care, they must be cleaned with high quality, but not overdried. Use a mask from the series consisting of blue, white and green. But note that this mask needs to be used in an unusual way.

• Firstly, it should be applied not after shampooing, but before.
• Secondly, it is worth distributing the mask on dry hair, not on wet hair.
• Thirdly, the product should not be used along the entire length of the hair, but only at the roots.

The mask absorbs sebum and allows all subsequent products to work more effectively.

Experts advise against using saturated masks every day, as they can weigh down your hair.

Experts advise against using saturated masks every day, as they can weigh down your hair. For daily care, choose lighter conditioner sprays or nourishing oils - for example, very dry and damaged hair will be helped by the new L'Oréal Paris:. This gentle cream leave-in care nourishes hair and guarantees effective thermal protection.

Regular hair masks should be used once or twice a week, depending on the condition of the hair. Apply to clean, damp hair along the entire length, avoiding the roots (this rule does not apply to a mask for oily scalp). Let the mask sit on your hair for three to five minutes and then rinse thoroughly with water.

4 mistakes when using hair masks

1. When distributing the mask, we focus on the upper part of the hair, forgetting that the lower strands also need nutrition and additional care. To ensure perfect distribution of the mask throughout the entire mass of hair and to avoid tangling, after applying the product, gently go through the hair with a special comb with rare teeth.
2. Choose a mask that is designed to address the specific problem of your hair - and if you have damaged hair, you shouldn't buy a product for colored hair. Also, always read the instructions carefully: most masks recommend not rinsing for five minutes, but some need to be kept on the hair for as much as 15!
3. After using the mask, hair should be clean and fresh. If you notice that your hair looks messy, this mask is most likely not suitable for you. Try looking for a lighter texture.
4. Do not forget about the ends of the hair: when applying the mask, always pay special attention to this area.

If your hair is dry, damaged, and has lost its luster, it can be revitalized with homemade masks. These masks use healthy ingredients that can be found in your kitchen. They will moisturize and revitalize your hair.

How to apply:

• Mash the banana, egg, and avocado in a bowl.
• Add the rest of the ingredients and stir until smooth.
• Apply the mask to hair from roots to ends.
• Leave it on for 30 minutes, then wash off with a moisturizing shampoo.
• For long hair, you will need twice as many ingredients.

Use this mask twice a month to keep your hair healthy.

Yogurt mask

This mask is suitable for dry, damaged hair. She makes them silky and docile.

Ingredients:

• 1 egg white
• 1/4 cup natural yogurt without additives
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise

How to apply:

• Beat the egg white until lather.
• Mix with yogurt and mayonnaise.
• Rub this mixture into damp hair.
• Cover your head with a plastic bag or put on a shower cap.
• Leave it on for 30 minutes, then wash off with water and a mild shampoo.
• Rinse your hair with cold water.

To moisturize your hair, do this mask once a month.

Hair mask with olive oil

Combine 5 tablespoons of olive oil and two eggs. Apply to all hair. Cover your head with a plastic bag or put on a shower cap. Leave on hair for 15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.

Hair mask with olive oil and honey

Mix 2 tablespoons of honey with 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Apply to all hair. Place a shower cap or plastic bag over your head. After 15 minutes, rinse your hair with shampoo and rinse well.

Hair shine mask

After shampooing your hair, apply one glass of fresh lemon juice or table vinegar to your hair, rub into your hair and rinse with water. Apply your regular conditioner to your hair and rinse with water. All the dirt from the hair will be washed off, and they will shine. Use no more than once every two weeks.

Masks for problem hair

Soak the ground fenugreek seeds in water overnight. Rub this paste into your hair and scalp and let sit for 15-20 minutes. Wash off with a mild shampoo. This paste works well for any hair problem like dandruff , hair loss, baldness, split ends, etc.

Mix one egg yolk, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon bean flour with one glass of yogurt. Apply the mask to hair and leave on for 4 hours. Wash your hair. Use herbal shampoo whenever possible.

Conditioner for soft and shiny hair

Mix 1 tablespoon of the herbs listed below with enough boiling water and let sit for half an hour. Add ¼ cup apple cider vinegar and stir well. Shampoo your hair. Then rinse your hair with the resulting mixture. The vinegar will seal the hair cuticle.

Use the following herbs:

Hair growth mask

Grind equal parts black pepper and lemon seeds in a coffee grinder. Mix with water to form a paste and apply to hair and scalp. Rinse off with cold water for 15 minutes.