Hair masks from sour cream at home

Any woman wants to look attractive, and therefore devotes a lot of time to her appearance. Especially carefully the representatives of the weaker sex monitor the condition of their hair and acquire all kinds of means to maintain their beauty. Most often, for hair care at home, they use sour cream masks that have a beneficial effect on the hairline.

Dairy products are often used to improve hair. One of the most popular products is sour cream, which can help solve many problems with skin and hair. Such masks are indicated for split ends, dryness or greasy, as well as for hair loss.

Sour cream contains valuable substances that can improve the structure of curls. It contains phosphorus, calcium, sodium and protein. All this helps to restore the hairline, strengthen the bulbs and prevent the formation of fungal diseases.

Retinol, vitamin PP, ascorbic acid and B vitamins, also found in this fermented milk product, are responsible for the elasticity and strength of curls. These components help nourish the scalp and smooth the scales.

An important point is the ability of the sour cream product to restore natural pigmentation, and to extend the duration of the action of hair dyes. It does not wash off the paint, but, on the contrary, helps to prolong the effect of radiant curls.

Girls suffering from thin and sparse hair can resort to sour cream masks to create visual density. Sour cream provides the hair with a protective shell, which creates an invisible volume from the very roots and gives the hair a splendor.

Modern women resort to various devices that allow you to dry, curl or straighten curls. Since all of them harm the hair structure, it is necessary to pay regular attention to the health of the hair and apply sour cream masks to it. Thus, it is possible to protect hair from overdrying.

The fermented milk product is able to penetrate deeply into the scalp and positively affect the follicles. It activates the work of the bulbs and wakes them from sleep. The use of folk recipes is equally useful for both women and men, especially those who suffer from dandruff and baldness.

Despite the large number of positive qualities, sour cream masks are not suitable for everyone. Their use is contraindicated for people with individual intolerance to the product, and those who are prone to allergic reactions. In addition, sour cream will do more harm than good for very oily hair.

For weak and sensitive curls, sour cream recipes can only be used in combination with light additional components. For example, in no case should you apply a mixture of sour cream in combination with honey or mustard on your head.

The maximum result using sour cream masks can be achieved by following the rules for their preparation and application. The main thing is to make the mixture strictly according to the recipe, otherwise you can reduce the effect of using the product.

Before trying on yourself any homemade recipe, you need to make sure its safety. To do this, you need to conduct an allergy test. To make sure that none of the components will cause you an allergic reaction, you need to apply the product on your wrist and wait 10-15 minutes. If during this time redness does not appear at the site of application, or itching does not occur, then the product can be used.

To prepare the mixture you need to use sour cream at room temperature. And in order for the mask to help achieve the desired effect, it is important to keep it on your hair for 25-30 minutes. Apply it only on clean, damp curls.

Distribute the mixture in strands evenly, carefully treating the root zone. To achieve the desired effect, after application, cover your head with a towel or plastic bag.

Wash the mixture with strands under a warm stream of water, using a small amount of shampoo. After that, the curls should dry on their own, without using a hairdryer.

There are many recipes based on sour cream product, so if you want, you can find an option that suits a particular type of hair.

When selecting a remedy, it is necessary to study all components in order to exclude the occurrence of an allergic reaction.

• With egg (suitable for any type of hair). To prepare the mixture, you need to take an egg and 100 g of sour cream, and beat everything with a mixer. The resulting mass must be applied to the strands for 30-40 minutes, then rinse with warm water. The egg is used in home recipes to maintain the beauty and health of normal hair.For dry strands, yolk is suitable, but with greasy curls you need to use only egg white.
• With honey (has a softening effect). With the help of such a mask, you can give curls elasticity and softness. To create it, liquid honey is purchased, which must first be heated. Sour cream and honey are taken in a 1: 1 ratio and mixed thoroughly. Keep the mixture on your hair for more than 40 minutes.
• With carrot juice (for softness). Helps strengthen follicles and give elasticity to strands. To prepare the mixture, it is necessary to use fresh carrot juice and sour cream in a ratio of 1: 3. The mask is kept for half an hour, then washed off.

• With cognac and burdock oil (against baldness). This recipe involves the use of warm liquid honey, 1 tablespoon of burdock oil, two tablespoons of sour cream, 20 ml of brandy and one yolk. All ingredients are mixed, and the resulting nutrient mixture is applied to the strands for 30-40 minutes.
• With mustard (Awakens the bulbs and activates hair growth). Mustard powder must be poured with hot water in a 1: 1 ratio and let it brew for 5-10 minutes. In a separate bowl, you need to beat two tablespoons of sour cream with two yolks and a tablespoon of lemon juice. The resulting mixture is poured into mustard water, mixed with a teaspoon of sugar and applied to the strands for 40 minutes.
• With avocado and cucumber (has a moisturizing effect). To create this mask, you need to take a peeled cucumber and free it from seeds. After that, you need to peel the avocado, take the cucumber, and grind both ingredients in a mixer. Fill the resulting puree with 150 ml of sour cream, mix thoroughly, and then apply to wet, clean hair.

• With cocoa (possesses moisturizing and regenerating properties). To create a mask, 30 g of cocoa powder is mixed with 100 ml of sour cream. The main thing is that the mass does not form lumps. Apply the mask to the roots, gradually distributing it along the entire length. Keep the composition for no more than 60 minutes.
• Cinnamon (suitable for easy clarification of curls). Two tablespoons of heated honey are mixed with 20 g of cinnamon and 100 ml of sour cream. The resulting mass is evenly distributed over the strands and left for 50-60 minutes. To visibly lighten your hair, you will need to spend at least 10 sessions throughout the month.
• With calendula (relieves oily seborrhea and dandruff). 100 ml of kefir is mixed with 100 ml of sour cream, after which calendula tincture is poured into the mixture. The composition should be applied to the roots of the hair and act on them for 30 minutes. After the time has passed, you need to wash your head under slightly warm water.
• With garlic and lemon (activates hair growth and prevents the formation of dandruff). Five cloves of garlic are crushed and seasoned with 50 ml of olive oil. After 80 minutes, the resulting composition must be filtered and the filtered broth mixed with 50 ml of lemon juice, 80 g of sour cream and 15 g of gelatin. The product is applied to the roots with massage movements and left for half an hour under a plastic wrap.

Sour cream masks are very popular, as they help nourish and restore hairline. Regular use can significantly improve the hair and restore its natural shine. And for people suffering from excessive dryness and dandruff, this tool is a great way to solve the problem.

On how to make a hair mask from sour cream, see the next video.