“ If you live in a dry area, static electricity in winter can make your hair very frizzy, and coupled with the friction from hats, scarves, and coats, it can be difficult to maintain a perfect hairstyle. Girls in the South may not have this kind of trouble, but frequent dyeing and perming can also make their hair dull. In daily hair care, developing the habit of using hair masks and no-rinse Skin Care oil will greatly improve the smoothness and gloss of your hair. Healthy hair is a definite plus!
What is the difference between hair mask and conditioner?
Conditioner only plays a softening role in closing the hair cuticles and does not contain too many nutrients and repair ingredients. Hair mask is a tonic for hair and a product with repairing effect. Therefore, even if you use conditioner carefully every time you wash your hair, it does not mean that your hair quality will improve.
Girls who have the habit of using hair masks regularly raise their hands and let me see if there are many people. Highly commend you! Many people's hair ends are dry because they don't use hair masks to take care of them, and they are damaged by frequent dyeing and perming. Generally speaking, it is best to use a hair mask twice a week. If you stick to it for a period of time, you will find that your hair is obviously smooth and shiny. If your budget allows, you can use a hair mask instead of conditioner, but the best way to use a hair mask is not to rinse it off as quickly as a conditioner.
Use hair mask correctly
1/ After washing your hair with shampoo, make sure the shampoo is rinsed thoroughly and apply the hair mask starting from the middle of the hair. Rub your hair until it is semi-dry before applying.
2/ Apply the hair mask in divided areas and comb it through with a comb to ensure that the hair mask is evenly covered on the hair. If you use too little of the hair mask, it won’t be effective, and if you use too much, it won’t be absorbed.
3/ To make the hair mask fully effective, it needs to be heated. The increase in temperature causes the hair scales to open and the nutrients in the hair mask to penetrate. This is the same principle as using a facial mask.
4/ If you get a treatment at a salon, the staff will be sure to use a steam-heated hood. However, it is not practical to have this kind of equipment at home. You can buy a thick heated shower cap.
5/ Wear a shower cap for no less than 20 minutes. If the time is too short, the effect will not be achieved. If you don't have a shower cap handy, wrap your hair in a towel.
6/ Rinse the hair mask well. Some hairstylists will advise you not to rinse it off completely, but leaving some on will help protect your hair. But I personally think that would make it sticky, so it’s better to rinse it off thoroughly.