Keratin hair masks

A beautiful and modern hairstyle is the dream of every woman. Often, in pursuit of fashion trends, girls, without thinking about the consequences, subject their curls to frequent staining, regular exposure to styling devices and the influence of other chemicals. These manipulations significantly worsen the condition of the hair and lead to their loss, cross-section and fragility. Bad environmental effects and unbalanced nutrition of poor quality products have a negative effect on the strands.

Professional hairdressers recommend regularly using restorative products that not only moisturize the strands, but also strengthen their structure. For many years, the most popular procedures in beauty salons are keratin masks, which not only straighten curls and make them shiny, but also completely restore their structure.

Keratin hair mask is a unique tool that includes keratin. Keratin is a versatile waterproofing protein that restores the structure of hair due to the division of the hair structure of cells. Fibrillar protein is manufactured under industrial conditions from hooves, claws and horns of animals, from scales and shell of fish, as well as from feathers and beaks of birds, while it has a high level of strength and resistance to water. The molecules of this drug are composed of glycine, alanine, collagen and serine, which contribute to the rapid keratinization of the hair surface.

The amount of keratin in the hair structure depends on the following factors:

• nationality;
• hair type;
• the color scheme of curls.

This remedy with keratin is indicated for brittle hair and the presence of split ends, with increased splendor and waviness, as well as after staining the strands.

The high popularity of keratin masks due to the presence of a huge number of advantages of this tool:

• restoration and hydration of the hair structure;
• creation of a protective shell;
• decrease in level of electrification;
• creating a mirror shine effect;
• ease of use;
• reduction in dandruff;
• treatment of seborrhea;
• the possibility of carrying out the procedure both at home and in the conditions of specialized beauty salons;
• reconstruction of the porous structure of the strands;
• giving hair shine and friability;
• preventing hair tangles and speeding up the styling process;
• weighting of strands with their simultaneous straightening.

Disadvantages:

• significant reduction in volume;
• lack of cumulative effect and long action;
• the impossibility of frequent use;
• the presence of formaldehydes;
• thin hair loss.

This tool is strictly forbidden to use in the presence of the following contraindications:

• damage to the skin of the head;
• the presence of various fungal diseases;
• inflammatory processes of the respiratory system;
• individual intolerance;
• chronic diseases;
• high levels of sebaceous glands;
• pathological hair loss;
• the period of gestation and breastfeeding;
• age to 16 years.

Professional hairdressers highlight two types of restructuring keratin masks for hair restoration:

• professional;
• homework.

To restore weak hair, it is better to give preference to ready-made products of well-known trade brands, manufactured in accordance with international standards and having quality certificates. Masks made at home are less effective, but absolutely safe for health. Both types of compositions are easy to apply and rinse off quickly.

On the shelves of specialized stores you can see a large number of ready-made professional products with keratin. The most popular are several brands.

• Estel - professional cosmetics, which are used not only in beauty salons, but also at home. Advantages - affordable price range, ease of use. This tool makes hair thick, thick and shiny. Disadvantages - the rapid loss of effect, the inability to purchase only a mask without a set of additional drugs, the lack of a smoothing effect, a small volume of the bottle, the presence of chemical agents. The simultaneous use of a mask with keratin water will enhance the positive effect.
• Kapous - Italian product, which includes natural keratin and wheat proteins. Advantages - restoration of the structure of the most weakened and damaged curls.
• Nexxt - An American remedy that consists of protein molecules and yogurt.
• Selective - a unique tool, the low molecular weight components of which penetrate deep into not only the cuticles, but also into the hair cortex.
• Syoss - a restorative that is 85% keratin.
• Eveline - An affordable product, which includes not only keratin, but also argan. Advantages - the presence of a positive effect after the first application.
• "The charm" - a domestic preparation consisting of liquid protein and jojoba extract. Advantages - the absence of parabens and silicone.
• Golden Silk - A means for intensive recovery, which consists of milk and silk protein, as well as natural keratin.
• "Bark" - a drug that restores curls and activates the growth of new hair, as well as relieves inflammation of the skin due to the presence of burdock root and nettle leaves in the extract.

To restore hair with a keratin mask, it is not necessary to visit beauty salons, the cost of which will significantly increase the financial expenses of the family. Professional hairdressers recommend the use of repair masks at home.

For self-restoration of hair, it is not necessary to purchase expensive professional products; masks created at home will have a similar positive effect. In collections of tips for skin and hair care, you can find a large number of recipes for regenerating protein masks.

The main differences between the protein mask are the presence of a drying effect, the absence of the effect of straightening and smoothing hair and the ability to use it only for curls with a high level of fat content.

The best beneficial effect is a mask with gelatin, which is made from collagen obtained from bones, cartilage, veins and skin of animals. To obtain a therapeutic composition, it is necessary to dissolve gelatin in warm water in a ratio of 5 to 1 and apply the drug for 25 minutes on the hair. To obtain a dense and uniform structure of the composition, it is necessary to heat it in a microwave oven for several seconds. To increase the effectiveness, experts recommend adding 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and 2 drops of sage, rosemary and jasmine oil.

The following recipes are most popular:

• protein - a composition of three egg whites and 100 ml of milk, kefir or yogurt, is applied for 30 minutes;
• dairy - connection in equal proportions of milk, kefir and fermented baked milk;
• with butter - a composition made by melting natural homemade butter, which has a high level of fat content;
• with aloe juice - a mask consisting of half lemon juice, 30 ml of aloe juice and 5 drops of rosemary oil;
• egg - a solution for the preparation of which use 1 egg, 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of soda;
• saline - a simple composition of salt and water;
• with fish oil - a regenerating mask that improves hair growth and consists of 6 capsules of fish oil, juice of one onion, 5 grams of chili pepper and a few drops of any aromatic oil;
• vitamin - A unique composition that consists of vitamins A and E, as well as heavy cream.

Recommendations for the manufacture of natural masks:

• use only high-quality and fresh food products;
• preparation of the composition immediately before use;
• the exclusion of products that can cause rashes and skin itching;
• adjustment of ingredients depending on skin type and hair condition;
• applying the composition 2-3 times a week.

Keratin masks are a popular tool that can be purchased in any department of household chemicals and cosmetics.

For maximum results, experts recommend giving preference to professional means. The main disadvantages of these drugs is the high price range, the presence of contraindications and strict adherence to the instructions when using them.

Premium products are used only in professional beauty salons by high-level craftsmen.

Most of the products presented in retail chains have an affordable price and little effect.The disadvantages of inexpensive formulations are the presence of preservatives and perfumes, as well as hazardous formaldehydes.

In the absence of the opportunity to purchase quality products of well-known brands, cosmetologists recommend the use of natural products that can not harm health.

You can make a restorative procedure both independently and using the services of professional stylists.

Keratin recovery scheme:

• cleaning;
• applying the composition;
• heat sealing using a thermal activator;
• rinse.

In order for the keratin mask to have the maximum effect, it is necessary to follow the steps of this procedure:

• washing head;
• drying wet strands;
• applying restoring agent to wet hair and evenly distributing it along the entire length of the hair using a comb with rare teeth;
• sheltering the head with a plastic bag and a terry towel;
• removal of the composition with a large amount of warm water 30 minutes after application;
• the use of a special strengthening rinse;
• drying hair in a natural way without using a hair dryer.

When using this tool, experts recommend observing the following recommendations:

• applying the composition only to the hair;
• mandatory testing for an allergic reaction;
• application to unpainted hair and curls that are not exposed to styling preparations;
• preliminary removal of the cut ends with hot scissors;
• use of funds no more than three times a week;
• daily use of shampoos with ceramides and keratin water;
• hair coloring after the procedure only with coloring compounds without ammonia;
• the use of a minimum amount of fixing means for styling hair;
• regular use of the product;
• thorough removal of the product with a large amount of running water;
• obligatory use of a plastic hat and a warm terry towel;
• mandatory use of the mixture for 25 minutes.

The following effects can cause negative consequences:

• simultaneous use of several drugs with keratin;
• adding cosmetics to rinse water;
• use of the hair dryer at the maximum temperature level.

A large number of reviews of keratin masks caused by high demand for this product. Every year, the number of clients of beauty salons who choose this particular type of hair restoration is increasing.

The largest number of positive reviews have products of the brands Schwarzkopf, Syoss, Kaaral and L'Oreal.

Along with imported goods, domestic products are gaining popularity, which are of high quality and lower price.

For home use, natural masks that have a beneficial effect on curls and hair follicles have been popular for many years.

Many fashionistas also note negative consequences from the use of this tool more than 3 times a week. Hair loss, increased dryness and brittleness are the result of improper use of the drug.

To preserve the natural beauty over the long years of life, every woman should regularly conduct anti-aging procedures. For these manipulations, you can use both expensive professional products and preparations made from natural products. The main condition for obtaining a positive result is the use of high-quality compounds and compliance with the rules for applying the product.

See how to make a keratin hair mask at home in the next video.