Every girl dreams of well-groomed sated hair, because this is the main element of female beauty. Most often, the desire to create a gorgeous hairstyle leads to the opposite effect: lightening hair, using irons and curs, drying hair with a hair dryer, as well as using styling products, all this destroys the hair structure. Exacerbates the effects of unhealthy diet, stress, lack of sleep, lack of necessary vitamins, bad habits. What, then, is to be done? It is recommended to use repair masks from time to time. You can buy such maxi in specialized stores or do it yourself at home.
Hair restoration at home
It is worth starting hair restoration with a change in the care products and taking vitamins. Then you have to be patient, because it is a long process. You should not expect that after the first use of the hair will return its former glory. But if you are not ready to wait, then the most effective way are regenerating masks, especially if they are homemade. The effect will not take long to wait, after the first application, your curls will become nourished, shining and well-groomed.
The advantages of home masks over the purchase:
- You are 100% sure of the composition of your mask. You can never know for sure how your hair will react to one or another ingredient in a purchase mask;
- Home masks will cost you less than the purchase. Most likely, you will find all the necessary ingredients for the mask in your refrigerator;
- Such masks are as effective as purchased ones;
Onion mask
It is strange to perceive the bow of the main component of the mask, but you will be surprised how this mask will transform your hair. Onions contain phosphorus, zinc, calcium and iron. Such a rich composition of trace elements contributes to the rapid replenishment of the hair. It is the recovery of hair follicles that leads to the regeneration of the entire hair structure.
The use of homemade onion masks - One of the most budgetary ways to restore the structure of the curl. But the most important advantage of an onion mask is that it is suitable for any type of hair: dry, oily, dyed, brittle, combined.
To prepare, we need:
- 4 tbsp. l onion juice (finely chop the vegetable and strain it through a strainer);
- 2 tbsp. l liquid honey;
- 2 tbsp. l mayonnaise (homemade) or egg yolk;
- 2 tbsp. l sunflower oil.
Mix all of the above components to a uniform consistency. The mixture is rubbed into the scalp with massage movements and then distributed over the entire length of the hair. Keep the mask for 1 to 2 hours under the shower cap or use a plastic bag. After 2 hours, wash the mask off your hair using your favorite shampoo. The essential oils that make up the onion give the hair elasticity and healthy shine.
Ways to get rid of onion smell:
- To get rid of onion smell, we need lemon juice. Dissolve 2 tablespoons of lemon juice with a liter of water and rinse hair well. This procedure not only eliminates the unpleasant smell, but also adds shine to the hair;
- We recommend using only onion juice, not mush. The structure of the hair is porous, which means it absorbs the smell very easily. Strain the onion juice as best as possible;
- The best odor neutralizer is essential oils. Orange, rosemary, lemon, tea tree are ideal for this procedure. It is enough to add 5 drops of any of the above oils to the mask.
Bread mask
For this mask, we need black (rye) bread, because it is he, and not white, contains a huge amount of nutrients.
Essential nutrients of black bread for hair:
- Starch - gives shine;
- Nicotinic acid - strengthens hair, treats fragility;
- Dietary fiber - improves metabolism;
- Pantothenic acid - saturates hair color.
Black bread can be compared to a soft scrub. It normalizes the blood circulation of the scalp, trace elements create a protective layer on the hair, which saves them from the negative effects of the environment. To restore our weak hair is perfect herbal bread mask.
To prepare, we need:
- Pour into a bowl of 1 tbsp. l chamomile, sage, oregano and pour 1 cup of boiled water, insist and drain;
- Cut rye bread into small cubes for convenience, pour broth and knead well;
- We add 2 yolks to our mass, after which once again we knead everything.
If desired, hair oil can be added to the finished mixture for better results. Application involves applying a mask over the entire length of the hair. Then leave the composition on the head under the shower cap for 60 minutes. This mask nourishes and restores damaged curls.
Small tips for making bread masks:
- The rye mask will be better washed off if you add a couple of drops of essential oils to it;
- Use only the crumb, the process of leaching and mixing will be much faster and easier;
- If you have a blender, then applying it will make it easier to blend all the ingredients;
- The mixture is applied to clean and damp hair.
Yeast Mask
Let's start off with, what is yeast? These are single-celled mushrooms, which are full of beneficial vitamins and microelements. The main reason for the popularity of yeast is that they contain the protein that makes up the structure of the hair. It helps hair grow strong and healthy.
How to make a yeast mask:
- We get any yeast for the mask. It can be dry, live or in pills. Yeast in the form of tablets can be bought in pharmacies, and live or dry in any familiar supermarket;
- Dilute them in warm water and leave to ferment for 40 to 60 minutes. During this time, useful elements begin to activate;
- We recommend the following proportions: 30 g of wet yeast per cup of warm water. Then add the rest of the mask ingredients.
To prepare the mask, we need:
- Yeast - 2 tsp;
- Milk or water - 4 tbsp. l .;
- Sour cream - 2 tbsp. l .;
- Honey - 2 tbsp. l .;
- Oil for every taste (olive, castor, burdock) - 1 tsp;
Regular useyeast masks Do not keep waiting for the effect on the hair. Over time, the hair will become saturated, soft, and most importantly healthy. The vitamins and minerals contained in yeast will relieve you of dandruff, restore the structure of the hair and relieve you of all sorts of other problems associated with deterioration of hair quality.
Mask recipe with egg and brandy
If you have a bottle of good brandy hidden in your home, then feel free to add it to the mask with the egg. The drink is often used as the main ingredient in masks to strengthen the structure of the hair, restore and improve color. Recommendation before using mask with egg and brandy: if you have a dry hair type, then cosmetologists advise the use of weak cognac in small quantities, and if the hair type is greasy, then strong cognac will suit you perfectly.
To prepare the mask, we need:
- Yolk of one egg;
- 1 tbsp. l Cognac (strong or weak);
- 1 tsp. honey;
Mix all of the above components until smooth. The mask is applied to the hair roots and along their entire length. Within 10 minutes, rub the mask in the hair roots in order to warm the scalp and hair follicles.
Before you begin to knead the mask, all the ingredients should be heated to a warm state. This contributes to the best effects of the mask.
Cognac masks have a cumulative effect, after a couple of uses, you will see how the hair has recovered: they became softer, more docile, and the natural shine also returned.
Aloe juice for hair restoration
Aloe is one of the most effective means to restore and moisturize hair. The composition of the plant is rich in vitamins C, E, B and natural antioxidants that stimulate hair growth. If you do not have time to prepare masks, the simplest thing to do is to rub aloe juice into the scalp. This will help strengthen the hair, moisturize them, give shine and softness.
Aloe juice is great for regenerating hair masks.
We need:
- 3-4 Art. l aloe juice;
- 2 tbsp. l honey;
- 2 tbsp. l jojoba oil;
Mix ingredients thoroughly until smooth. The mask will have to be slightly warmed so that the hair follicles will open and the effect will be better. We distribute the mask over the entire length of the hair, but concentrate on the roots. Wrap your head in a plastic bag and tie a towel over it. Mask with aloe vera should be left overnight so that the hair is soaked with juice and has time to be moistened In the morning, wash the mask with paraben-free shampoo under warm water.
Oil masks
Oils are useful for the scalp and hair, so they are so often added to hair care products. As a vitamin supplement, try the essential oil of tea tree, rosemary, jasmine, lavender and geranium. Consider three types of masks: with burdock oil, with castor, with olive.
If you want to give elasticity and natural shine to your hair, then feel free to take Burr oil. It is enriched with vitamins A and E, ascorbic acid and a complex of minerals. Treatment using burdock oil should be ongoing.
We need:
- 1 tbsp. l burdock oil;
- 1 tsp. grape seed oil;
- 1 tbsp. l grapefruit pulp;
- 10 drops of lemon ether;
Massage the mixture into the scalp and leave for 30 minutes, then rinse with shampoo.
Especially appreciated in the compositioncastor oil acid. The main one is ricinoleic acid, which provokes enhanced hair growth. Penetrating into the deep layers of the epidermis, castor oil nourishes and nourishes them with vitamins and acids.
To prepare the mask, we need:
- 1 tbsp. l castor oil;
- 1 egg (we need protein);
- 4 tbsp. l burdock oil;
Apply the mask on the entire length of hair and leave for 30 - 60 minutes. Then rinse under warm water with a mild shampoo.
Olive oil saturates with its benefit not only dishes, but also our hair. From olive oil hair becomes healthy, shiny and silky. Vitamins, minerals and nutrients that are found in olive oil are necessary for healthy hair. For best results, use a yellow-green unrefined oil. This is due to the fact that such a spin retains the maximum number of useful components.
We need:
- 1 ripe banana;
- 3-4 Art. l olive oil;
- 1 cup of sour milk;
In a blender or fork, grind a banana to a puree consistency, add sour milk, add butter and again mix everything well. Apply the finished mask on the hair, concentrating on the length, hold for 60 minutes. Rinse with running water with shampoo.
Kefir mask for dry hair
We all are accustomed to, that kefir works wonders with our body: it improves digestion, skin condition and overall health. But few people are familiar with the miracle of acting kefir masks.This dairy product is rich in vitamins, protein, beneficial bacteria. Kefir masks perfectly nourish hair, strengthen and restore texture.
We need:
- 1 tbsp. l cosmetic blue clay;
- 1 cup of kefir;
Rub the mixture into the roots of the hair, after 30 minutes, rinse under warm water. This mask perfectly nourishes hair, gives a lively shine and softness to hair.
Gelatin mask for brittle and lifeless hair
Gelatin is used mainly in cooking, but in the modern world they have found a new use for it. Many care companies use gelatin in their products, for example, in shampoos, balms and masks. This popularity is due to the fact that collagen is the main component of gelatin. This substance fights dry hair, brittleness, dullness and other imperfections of hair. Gelatin mask perfectly nourishes and nourishes hair with protein.
We need:
- 1 tbsp. l gelatin;
- 1 glass of water;
- 1 - 2 tsp. apple cider vinegar;
- 6-7 drops of essential oil (optional);
Dissolve gelatin in water, add apple cider vinegar and essential oil. Mix all components and insist 30 minutes. Apply to the entire length of hair for 15 - 20 minutes. A nice bonus of gelatin masks is the effect of lamination. This procedure does not have unpleasant consequences; on the contrary, your hair will be covered with a thin film that protects your hair from external factors.
Mask with mustard and honey
A mixture of mustard and honey- One of the most effective for restoring damaged hair. Burning seasoning enhances hair growth and awakens blood flow to the head, and honey returns them natural shine, gives softness to hair and strengthens the roots.
We need:
- 1 tsp. mustard;
- 1 tsp. liquid honey;
- 2 slices of black rye bread;
- 1 egg (yolk);
- 1 tsp. almond oil.
Mix all the ingredients listed above, apply on the hair roots and leave for an hour (to enhance the effect, put on a cap). The mask will restore the hair structure, elasticity and softness.
Preventing dry hair
Many girls mistakenly believe that dry hair is peculiar to them from birth, but in 80% of cases it is not. Often, internal and external factors affect the structure of our hair. It is possible to return the former elasticity and softness at home, but before you begin treatment, you should find out why the hair has become dry, brittle, lifeless.
External factors:
- The impact of the environment on us: the sun's rays, wind, cold, dry indoor air;
- Incorrect hair care: using irons and curls, improperly chosen care, constant use of a hair dryer;
Internal factors:
- Lack of vitamins A, E, C, impaired metabolism;
- Chronic fatigue, stress, depression, lack of sleep;
Remember that any treatment begins with internal factors. You can consult a doctor for advice, but there is an opportunity to restore hair at home.
For cooking moisturizing conditioner would need:
- 75 ml of Amla extract;
- 10 g coconut oil;
- 5 g jojoba oil;
- 30 drops of broccoli oil;
In a piala pouring out Amla extract, coconut and jojoba oil, then whisk to a uniform consistency. We put in the water bath 60 - 70 degrees and drown for 10 minutes. Also, this balm can be used as a mask for hair.
Prevention for dry hair:
- During treatment, give up the hair dryer, ironing, curling, as they dry up the hair even more and destroy its structure. Natural drying allows hair to regenerate.
- Hair needs minerals, vitamins and minerals. Try adding vegetables, fruits, and nuts (walnuts, almonds) to your diet.
- Dry hair always needs moisture, do not forget about masks and oils. Try to find the very company that will provide the necessary nutrition and hydration to your hair.
- Wash your head no more than once every two days. The process of sebum production should return to normal, so the hair should be washed with warm, not hot water.
- Do not forget to drink water, the rate per day for an adult is 2 liters.
It is not necessary to purchase care products for fabulous money, the main thing is to pay attention to trifles and you will return the luxury to your hair.
