We will tell you whether such masks are really capable of restoring hair and how not to make a mistake when choosing.
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1. Estel Professional KERATIN
Keratin mask from the famous cosmetic brand Estel helps to restore porous and damaged hair. Keratin and oils in the mask penetrate deeply into the hair structure, smoothing the scales. Immediately after using the mask, you can evaluate the effect: the hair becomes denser, more elastic, silky and shiny. The mask is suitable for any type of hair, especially for curly and dyed, damaged and brittle.
Due to the creamy texture, the mask is easily applied to the hair and does not flow. Using the Estel keratin mask is simple: you need to apply the product to clean and damp hair for about 5-7 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Users note a pleasant smell that remains on the hair for a long time, and the hair itself becomes soft and manageable, easy to comb and shine. It should be borne in mind that the volume of the product is only 250 ml, so if you are the owner of thick and long hair, then the consumption of the product will be decent.
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2. Kapous Fragrance free mask
Restructuring mask with keratin Kapous Fragrance free mask is suitable for colored, brittle, thin and damaged hair. The mask contains hydrolyzed keratin, which eliminates hair damage, and wheat proteins, which nourish and strengthen the protective layer. The mask makes hair soft, voluminous, restores elasticity, and also helps to restore elasticity and shine. Due to the creamy texture, the product is easily distributed, but sometimes it can leak.
Mode of application: distribute evenly over the entire length of clean hair. If the hair is oily, then the mask should not be applied to the roots. Wash off after 10-15 minutes.
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3. KayPro Keratin
Hair mask with keratin from the Italian professional brand KayPro is suitable for all types of hair, especially for curly, dyed, brittle, thin and damaged, as well as after a perm. In addition to hydrolyzed keratin, the mask contains bamboo extract, but it is embarrassing that cetyl and cetearyl alcohols, propylene glycol and benzyl alcohol are in the first positions. The manufacturer promises that after the first application of the mask, the hair looks moisturized and healthy, becomes soft, dense and does not fluff. Users in numerous reviews note that the hair is easy to comb, less tangled and not electrified. On dyed hair, when using a mask, the brightness of the shade lasts longer.
Using the mask is very simple: first you need to wash your hair, dry your hair and apply the mask, then gently comb and leave for 5-10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with water. The mask is produced in two volumes – 500 and 1000 ml, while it is very economically consumed, and a light aroma of a blooming orchid remains on the hair due to the perfume fragrance.
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4. Kerastase Resistance Force Architect [1-2]
Especially for very dry and damaged hair, the professional French cosmetic brand Kerastase has released a regenerating mask with keratin. The secret of the mask is in the Complexe Ciment-Cylane 3 complex, which strengthens the hair structure and restores its natural elasticity and firmness. Immediately after application, the hair looks strong, smooth and shiny. The growing fluff is smoothed, the hair is not electrified and easy to comb.
Users note that after using the mask, the hair becomes dense and obedient, easy to style, does not fluff and does not curl in high humidity. That’s just the shine and softness are preserved exactly until the next wash, after which the effect is noticeably reduced. After applying the mask, the hair does not get dirty faster and does not look greasy at the roots.
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5. KEEN Keratin Building Mask
Keratin Aufbau Mask from the German cosmetic brand KEEN is also suitable for any type of hair, smoothing and restoring it. The manufacturer promises that after the first use, the hair becomes elastic and shiny, easy to comb and does not tangle.
The composition of the mask pleases: the active ingredients here are hydrolyzed keratin and B vitamins, oils and wheat germ extract, which protect the hair from overdrying when using a hair dryer, curling iron or ironing. But sulfates, parabens and mineral oils were not noticed in the composition.
Due to the creamy texture, the mask is very easy to spread, and due to the liquid consistency, it is instantly absorbed and does not flow. The manufacturer recommends using the mask strictly according to the instructions and applying it to the hair in 1-2 portions the size of a walnut, and using it no more than 2-3 times a month. You should not apply the mask more often, since the effect of “oversaturation” can lead to the opposite effect. Also, users note the cumulative effect of the mask, so even after several washes, the hair looks strong and dense.
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What is keratin for?
Keratin is an important building protein material that makes up 97 percent of hair scales. With frequent dyeing, perms, daily use of a hair dryer, curling iron or ironing, especially without thermal protection, hair can become brittle and dull. To restore beauty and brilliance, they need deep care. One of these solutions can be a keratin mask that repairs damaged hair, nourishes and moisturizes it.
Of course, the question arises – how can keratin penetrate the hair structure in general? Manufacturers usually use hydrolyzed keratin, which is much smaller in size and can penetrate the hair and fill in the voids. As a rule, vegetable keratin (wheat or soy) is used, which helps to repair damaged areas.
Pros of keratin hair masks
- It can be used both in salon care and at home.
- Safe to use, proven brands do not cause allergic reactions.
- After the mask, the hair looks moisturized, silky, strong and shiny.
- There is a straightening effect, the hair becomes more manageable.
- In addition to keratin, the composition contains plant extracts, vitamins and amino acids that have a beneficial effect on hair health.
Cons of keratin hair masks
- Root volume is lost because the hair becomes denser and heavier.
- Short-term effect (enough for two or three shampoos).
- It is undesirable to use keratin masks too often. Accumulation of keratin in the cuticle of the hair can impair its appearance.
How to properly apply a keratin hair mask
First you need to wash your hair with shampoo, then gently dry it with a soft absorbent towel. Then evenly apply the mask to the hair, retreating 2-3 centimeters from the roots, then gently comb the hair with a comb with rare teeth to even better distribute the product. Keep the mask on your hair for as long as indicated in the instructions, then rinse it thoroughly and dry your hair in the usual way. Some masks enhance their effect if the hair is heated with a hairdryer.
Popular questions and answers
Do keratin hair masks really restore the hair structure, or is it more of a marketing ploy?
Based on this, it becomes clear that products that do not penetrate the hair, such as shampoo, spray, cream, etc., cannot restore its structure. They give an effect – the effect of dense, hard, or vice versa, soft, or thick hair. All the products that we apply and do not wash off cannot contain a large amount of active caring components, because otherwise the hair would become very heavy, and the feeling of a freshly washed head would disappear very quickly.
As a result, we come to the conclusion that if you want to restore hair, you need to know exactly what exactly they lack. Secondly, you need to use a tool that will penetrate to the level of the hair where its structure is damaged, and not just anywhere, otherwise this will again lead to weighting of the strands. Thirdly: there are different quality and different chemical state of keratins in hair care. Therefore, it is important to understand: what, where, how and why you apply, – explains stylist with 11 years of experience, owner of the FLOCK beauty salon Albert Tyumisov.