The Best Hair Mask for Damaged Hair
Are you experiencing brittle, gummy or limp hair?
Yeah? I’m so sorry to hear that! Hair that lacks structure and strength is in dire need of protein. Naturally our hair is made up of a protein called Keratin. Keratin is responsible for giving our hair the strength and durability to withstand daily styling, hot tools and other chemical treatments. You can thank keratin for keeping your hair on your head after you decided to bleach your hair blonde that one time.
The more we manipulate our hair the more protein loss our hair experiences, making hair weaker and more fragile over time. If you’re the type of person who does all the things to your hair then a protein hair mask will help give your the pick me up it desperately needs.
When to Apply Hair Mask
We all know too much of a good thing can cause serious problems down the line and protein treatments are no exception. Protein treatments or hair masks are great for giving the hair strength but must be used strategically. Protein masks while leaving hair stronger can also make the hair stiff and dry. I recommend to always follow up with a moisturizing conditioner after rinsing out your mask.
For very damaged hair I recommend using a strengthening hair mask twice a month. For moderate to little damage a protein treatment once a month is more than enough to restore strength to the hair.
Don’t be fooled, protein treatments are not only for severely damaged hair. All hair needs a little protein pick me up every now and then. Especially those with fine hair! Protein treatments help bulk up the hair, providing protection and strength to the more damage prone strands.My fine strands loves protein, after one use I immediately feel the thickness and see the shine.
If you are looking to chemically treat your hair such as dyeing or relaxing/perming. A protein treatment should be done a week before your treatment. This will give the hair renewed strength before undergoing processing.
DIY: Hair Mask for Damaged Hair
If you ask me, nature always knows best! There are plenty of natural products found right in your kitchen that are filled with protein and can provide nourishment to the hair. I’ve tried many recipes but none has made my hair feel as thick and manageable as my favorite egg hair mask. The results are instant and lasting and literally takes 5 mins to whip up. You can try this recipe as is or even try adding some of your favorite ingredients or essential oils to the mix.
Check out these nourishing ingredients below and try out this hair mask yourself!
Ingredients
Egg
Packed with an abundance of proteins, minerals, and B-complex vitamins like Biotin.
Contains nutrients which strengthen the hair roots preventing hair loss while also stimulating new hair growth, adding thickness and volume.
The yolk, rich in lutein hydrates and conditions the hair, improving elasticity and texture while preventing breakage and split ends.
Egg white proteins nourish the hair leaving behind a healthy shine
Honey
A natural humectant taking moisture from the air and sealing it into your hair, keeping hair conditioned.
Strengthens hair follicles for length retention while reducing breakage.
Rich in antioxidants, honey prevents damage to your hair and keeps the scalp healthy.
Contains antibacterial and antiseptic properties to prevent infections on your scalp, helping with conditions like eczema, dandruff and psoriasis.
Not only aides in hair growth but reboots dormant follicles for additional growth, adding thickness and volume.
Olive Oil
Contains essential nutrients and monounsaturated fatty acids that coat the strands and strengthen the hair from root to ends.
Antioxidants prevents damage and premature graying, keeping the follicle healthy and strong.
An emollient, penetrating the hair shaft improving elasticity and creating shine.
Instructions
Take 1-2 whole egg(s), crack open, and pour into a mixing bowl
Add equal parts of honey and olive oil into bowl and mix
Use an applicator bottle or your hands to coat the mask into your hair from root to ends
Cover with a plastic cap
Let sit for about an hour
IMPORTANT: Use cool water to rinse mask out as hot water will begin to cook the egg leaving scramble eggs in your hair. Nobody wants that...
Are there any other ingredients you love in your masks?
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