Contents
- Do hair masks help?
- Effective cosmetic masks for hair density and volume
- Moisturizing mask Elseve “Hyaluron filler” for dehydrated and fine hair with hyaluronic acid, L’Oréal Paris
- Mask Superfood “Watermelon” for hair volume, Garnier
- Strengthening hair mask Fructis “Growth in full force”, Garnier
- Intensively revitalizing mask Botanic Therapy “Ginger root and royal jelly”, Garnier
- Rules for the use of masks for hair density at home
- Recipes for natural masks to increase hair density
- Summary results
When the hair is thinning and losing volume, you can try to revive the strands with a mask for hair density, having prepared it with your own hands.
Do hair masks help?
I applied a hair mask, held it for a while, washed it off and – oh, a miracle! – a rather modest hair turned into a chic mane – beauty! Of course, no one promises such express magic yet, but this does not mean that you need to sit back. Already today, there are quite effective masks for hair density and, best of all, some of them can be prepared at home.
To begin with, there are two types of masks for increasing hair density.
Masks to stimulate hair growth applied to the scalp and can be used as a course, their action is aimed at combating hair loss and stimulating their growth. Typically, such products are produced as part of special lines for the care of thinning hair. Composed of:
caffeine, cocoa extract, nicotinic acid, horse chestnut extract (to tone the scalp);
oils rich in vitamins, especially group B and trace elements;
plant extracts of Rhodiola rosea, ginger root, ginseng – components that activate hair follicles.
Of course, it will not be possible to exactly repeat the mask for hair density and growth created by professionals, but something can be done at home – below we will give some simple recipes for masks with natural ingredients available and a good reputation.
In the meantime, find out which ingredients your hair will love.
Effective cosmetic masks for hair density and volume
Before moving on to home creativity, we will give some of the best, in our opinion, examples of ready-made masks for creating the effect of hair density and volume.
Moisturizing mask Elseve “Hyaluron filler” for dehydrated and fine hair with hyaluronic acid, L’Oréal Paris
This mask with hyaluronic acid moisturizes the hair so effectively that it immediately creates the appearance of a more voluminous hair. In addition, the hair becomes more elastic and shiny – and all this without weighing it down.
Mask Superfood “Watermelon” for hair volume, Garnier
Light texture mask with intensely moisturizing formula with oils gives the hair volume, saturates it with nutrients and aloe extract for moisture. It can also be used as a conditioner and leave-in treatment.
Strengthening hair mask Fructis “Growth in full force”, Garnier
Weakened, brittle hair will benefit from this ceramide and apple extract mask: stronger, 10x more resistant to breakage.
Intensively revitalizing mask Botanic Therapy “Ginger root and royal jelly”, Garnier
Gentle enveloping mask is addressed to exhausted and even thin hair. Ingredients such as strengthening ginger extract, nourishing royal jelly, aloe juice and honey revitalize hair, giving it shine, softness and density.
Rules for the use of masks for hair density at home
If we are talking about ready-made masks, everything is simple – you need to follow the instructions from the manufacturer.
As for masks for hair density and growth, prepared at home, the rules are as follows:
the composition must be applied to the hair roots;
hair can be both wet and dry – it depends on the specific recipe;
for greater efficiency, it is better to warm the head by removing the hair covered with the composition under a shower cap (you can also under a plastic bag) and wrapping it with a towel on top;
the mask is applied in a course for three months twice a week, then once a week to maintain the result.
Recipes for natural masks to increase hair density
Finally, we come to recipes for masks for hair density, growth and shine, which anyone can prepare at home.
Mask-tincture with red pepper
Mix 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper with 30 tablespoons of castor oil. Infuse for three days in a dark place. Rub into the hair roots 2 minutes before shampooing XNUMX times a week.
Important: the composition is not suitable for sensitive scalp, and it can not be used in the presence of abrasions and any damage to the scalp.
Mask for volume and hair growth with yeast and kefir
Heat (but do not boil) half a glass of kefir, add about 2 tablespoons of yeast, leave for 20 minutes. Massage into clean, damp hair and scalp for 30 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water.
Oil mix for hair growth
It is known that oils are able to stimulate the growth of healthy hair and successfully fight their thinning. The recipe for this mask contains a mixture of the most effective oils for density, restoration of hair growth rate.
Take in equal proportions (½ tablespoon):
avocado oil;
castor oil (or black cumin oil, burdock);
sesame;
olive;
Mask with aloe and nicotinic acid
To prepare this mask for hair density at home, you will have to purchase the ingredients at the pharmacy:
2 ampoules with nicotinic acid (you can read about its benefits for hair here);
1 teaspoon of aloe extract;
5 drops of propolis tincture.
Mix all the ingredients and apply on the scalp, leave for half an hour.
This procedure is recommended to be repeated every other day for two weeks, then take a break for three months.
Mask for thinning hair “Coco-shock”
This mask improves blood circulation, saturates the scalp and hair with antioxidants and nutrients, improves hair growth and quality. You will need:
coconut cream – 150 ml;
cocoa powder – 50 g;
¾ tablespoons ground cinnamon.
Mix all the ingredients with a whisk until smooth, apply to damp hair from roots to ends and leave for 30 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and then wash your hair with shampoo.
Do you know which shampoo is right for you?
Summary results
What masks increase density and stimulate hair growth?
There are two types of hair masks for hair loss and for density: the first are applied to the scalp and stimulate hair growth, are applied in a course, others are applied only to the hair as a regular care, they thicken the strands and create the appearance of density due to increased hydration and nutrition of the hair.
What masks for hair density can be made at home?
The most popular folk masks for thick hair that can be prepared at home include: oil wraps (burdock, castor oil, avocado and others), masks with yeast, compositions with warming spices (pepper, cinnamon, mustard). Only recipes with warming spices may not be suitable for sensitive scalps.
How long to wait for the effect after applying masks for hair density?
Masks that increase the diameter of the hair due to moisturizing and structural components act immediately, but it will take time to fight thinning, thinning and slow hair growth – at least three months. This is due to the long process of hair regrowth and its phases, so masks aimed at restoring hair density must be applied in a course.