Keratin hair masks

Beautiful and modern hairstyle - the dream of every woman. Often, in pursuit of fashion trends, girls, without thinking about the consequences, subject their tresses to frequent coloring, regular exposure to styling devices and the influence of other chemicals. These manipulations significantly worsen the condition of the hair and lead to hair loss, cross-section and fragility. Poor ecology and unbalanced nutrition with low quality products have a negative impact on strands.

Professional hairdressers recommend regular use of reducing agents 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 - a unique tool, which includes keratin. Keratin is a universal waterproofed protein that restores hair structure due to division of the hair structure of cells. Fibrillar protein is produced in industrial conditions from the hooves, claws and horns of animals, from fish scales and shells, as well as from the feathers and beaks of birds, while it has a high level of strength and resistance to water. Molecules of this drug are composed of glycine, alanine, collagen and serine, which contribute to the quick keratinization of the hair surface.

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

• nationality;
• hair type;
• colors of curls.

This remedy with keratin is indicated for brittle hair and the presence of split ends, with increased pomp 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 the containment;
• reduce the level of electrification;
• creating a mirror-like effect;
• ease of use;
• dandruff reduction;
• seborrhea treatment;
• 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 crispness;
• obstruction of hair tangling and accelerating the process of creating styling;
• weighting strands while straightening them.

Disadvantages:

• significant decrease in volume;
• lack of accumulative effect and long action;
• the impossibility of frequent use;
• the presence of formaldehyde;
• thin hair loss.

This tool is strictly prohibited 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 up to 16 years.

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

• professional;
• homemade.

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. Homemade masks are less effective but absolutely safe for health. Both types of compositions are easy to apply and quickly wash off.

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 is 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 - rapid loss of effect, the inability to purchase only a mask without a set of additional drugs, no smoothing effect, a small volume of the bottle, the presence in the composition of chemical agents. The simultaneous use of a keratin-water mask 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 - American remedy, which consists of protein molecules and yogurt.
• Selective - a unique tool, whose low molecular weight components penetrate deep into not only the cuticle, but also into the hair cortex.
• Syoss - reducing agent, which consists of keratin by 85%.
• Eveline - affordable tool, which includes not only keratin, but also argan. Advantages - the presence of a positive effect after the first application.
• "Charm" - domestic drug consisting of liquid protein and jojoba extract. Advantages - the absence of parabens and silicone.
• Golden Silk - means for intensive recovery, which consists of milk and silk protein, as well as natural keratin.
• "Bark" - a drug that restores the curls and activates the growth of new hair, and also relieves inflammation of the skin due to the presence in the extract of burdock root and nettle leaves.

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

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

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

The best positive effect has a mask with gelatin, which is made from collagen derived from bones, cartilage, veins and animal skin. To obtain a therapeutic composition, it is necessary to dissolve the gelatin in the ratio of 5 to 1 in warm water and apply the drug to the hair for 25 minutes. To obtain a thick and homogeneous structure of the composition it is necessary to heat it up in a microwave for a few seconds. To improve efficiency, experts recommend adding 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and 2 drops of sage, rosemary and jasmine oil each.

The most popular are the following recipes:

• protein - the composition of three egg whites and 100 ml of milk, kefir or yogurt, applied for 30 minutes;
• dairy - compound in equal proportions of milk, kefir and ryazhenka;
• with butter - composition made by melting natural homemade butter, which has a high level of fat;
• 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 - simple composition of salt and water;
• with fish oil - regenerating mask, which improves hair growth and consists of 6 capsules of fish oil, juice of one bulb, 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;
• preparation of the composition immediately before use;
• exclusion of products that may cause rash and itching;
• adjustment of ingredients depending on skin type and hair condition;
• applying the composition 2-3 times a week.

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

For maximum results, experts recommend giving preference to professional tools. The main disadvantages of these drugs is the high price range, the presence of contraindications and strict adherence to instructions for their use.

Premium class products are used only in high-class professional beauty salons.

Most of the products presented in retail chains have an affordable price and a slight effect. The disadvantages of inexpensive formulations are the presence of preservatives and fragrances, as well as formaldehydes that are hazardous to health.

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

It is possible to do the repairing procedure both independently and using the services of professional stylists.

Keratin recovery scheme:

• cleaning;
• application of the composition;
• heat sealing with thermoactivator;
• rinsing.

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;
• application of a regenerating agent to wet hair and its uniform distribution over the entire length of the hair using a comb with rare teeth;
• shelter of your head with a plastic bag and a terry towel;
• removal of the composition with a large amount of warm water 30 minutes after application;
• use of a special reinforcing rinse;
• drying the hair in a natural way without using a hair dryer.

When using this tool, experts recommend that you follow the following recommendations:

• applying the composition only on the hair;
• mandatory testing for an allergic reaction;
• drawing on unpainted hair and curls that are not exposed to styling products;
• preliminary removal with hot scissors of the cut ends;
• use of funds no more than three times a week;
• daily use of ceramide shampoos and keratin water;
• hair dyeing after the procedure only with coloring compositions without ammonia;
• the use of a minimum number of fixing tools for hair styling;
• regular use of funds;
• thorough removal of the product with plenty of running water;
• obligatory use of a polyethylene cap and a warm terry towel;
• mandatory use of the mixture within 25 minutes.

The following manipulations can cause negative consequences:

• simultaneous use of several products with keratin;
• adding cosmetics to rinsing 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 recovery increases.

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

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

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

Many women of fashion and noted the negative effects of the use of this tool more than 3 times a week. Hair loss, an increase in their dryness and fragility - the result of improper use of the drug.

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

To learn how to make a keratin hair mask at home, see the following video.