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Hair growth masks
Hair masks work better than shampoos and conditioners because their exposure time is much longer. And this means that all the useful components penetrate the hair structure as much as possible and give them proper nutrition, as well as stimulation for growth.
Such hair masks work on the principle of heating the scalp, providing blood flow to the follicles. It is impossible to determine an unambiguous hair growth rate, this factor depends primarily on the severity of the problem and on the individual characteristics of the organism.
There are two types of hair loss: temporary and permanent. These problems, in turn, are solved in different ways. With temporary hair loss, the problem is eliminated by masks or special ampoules. Most often, a question of this nature is caused by a seasonal transition, for example, from summer to autumn, or possible stress. With constant hair loss, it is necessary to solve the problem in a complex way, resorting not only to means, but it is also worth making a visit to the doctor. In this case, you should not rely only on masks and other hair products, because the problem definitely lies inside.
The key components that provide hair with “light stress” and growth stimulation are:
Burr oil – a real source of vitamins A, E, C, which can not only stop the process of hair loss, but also activate the growth of dormant hair follicles. Suitable for any type of hair.
A nicotinic acid – a vitamin and vasodilator that effectively affects the vessels of the scalp, thereby improving the blood circulation process and stabilizing metabolic processes. As a result, the hair grows faster, becomes shiny, manageable and smooth. It must be borne in mind that this remedy is a strong allergen, so you need to be extremely careful.
Vitamins A, C and E – play an important role in the regeneration of the scalp, thereby enhancing hair growth and preventing hair loss. In addition, a mixture of these vitamins eliminates brittleness and split ends of hair. The complex of such vitamins will be useful for any type of hair.
Pepper – a burning agent that contains a high content of ascorbic acid. It works as a stimulator of blood flow to the scalp, while nourishing the follicles. Thus, the hair follicles are activated for growth, while their structure is strengthened and improved.
Egg yolk – contains a large amount of nutritious vitamins and fatty acids. Such a complex improves blood circulation of the skin of the head, strengthens the hair follicles and stops their loss. Healthy shine and thickening of hair are additional bonuses.
In order for the mask to bring maximum benefit, it must be correctly selected for your hair type and used. Here are some helpful tips:
- Before creating a hair mask, you should make sure about possible individual allergic reactions to its components;
- When choosing a mask for hair growth, consider your skin type. If the scalp is oily, then components such as: alcohol, pepper or mustard will additionally regulate the work of the sebaceous glands. If the skin is dry, then such components should be avoided;
- Observe clear proportions when combining active ingredients, and do not overexpose the mask on your head;
- All ingredients must have a valid expiration date;
- Apply the prepared mass to the hair roots with light massaging movements;
- Keep your head warm after applying this mask. The created greenhouse effect will only enhance its effect;
- Do not apply such masks on the scalp in the presence of inflammation, scratches and itching.
Homemade Hair Growth Mask Recipes
Homemade recipes are primarily formed on the basis of natural ingredients that can activate growth. In parallel, such a mask can perform other useful functions: moisturize the scalp, nourish the hair follicles, add shine to the hair, etc. We bring to your attention a few simple, but very effective recipes:
Pepper based hair growth mask
Ingredients:
3 art. l. burdock oil (use less for short hair)
1 tsp pepper tincture (or mustard powder),
3 tsp hair conditioner,
2 drops of your favorite essential oil (optional), shower cap.
Method of preparation: mix all ingredients and heat slightly. The composition should be warm, but not hot. Apply the mask to the hair roots with massage movements and hold for about 10-15 minutes. Pepper tincture starts the process of stimulating the hair follicles, thereby activating their growth. A burning sensation is considered a normal manifestation of the mask. At the same time, if the feeling is very pronounced, then you should not endure it – just wash off the mask.
Egg based hair mask
Ingredients:
1 chicken egg,
1 st. l. olive oil,
5 drops of almond essential oil.
Method of preparation: Crack an egg and separate the white from the yolk. The yolk is best taken to prepare the mask directly from the refrigerator, and the protein should not be used at all, as it is difficult to wash off. Mix egg yolk with olive oil until smooth. Add 5 drops of almond essential oil and beat the resulting mass thoroughly. Apply the mask to slightly damp hair and leave on for about 15 minutes. Wash off the mask with your usual shampoo.
Mask for hair growth based on burdock oil
Ingredients:
2 art. l. burdock oil (use less for short hair)
1 tsp honey liquid consistency, shower cap.
Method of preparation: heat the burdock oil in a water bath so that it is warm, but not hot. Mix all ingredients until smooth. Apply the mask to slightly damp hair. To enhance the procedure, create a greenhouse effect – put a shower cap on your head, and wrap a towel on top. Rinse off the mask with shampoo, 40 minutes after application.
Mask for hair growth based on vitamins and oils
Ingredients:
1 st. l. castor oil,
1 st. l. burdock oil,
5 ml vitamin A (retinol acetate),
5 ml of vitamin E (tocopherol acetate),
1 tsp dimexide (optional), shower cap.
Method of preparation: heat the mixed oils in a water bath and then add vitamins to it. After preparing the composition of the mask, you should immediately apply it to your hair, as vitamins have the ability to quickly lose their beneficial properties. To enhance the procedure, create a greenhouse effect – put a shower cap on your head, and wrap a towel on top. Keep the mask on for about 40 minutes and then wash off with shampoo.
Mask for hair growth based on nicotinic acid
Ingredients:
1 ampoule of nicotinic acid,
1 tsp aloe juice,
2 – 3 drops of propolis.
Method of preparation: mix the ingredients until smooth. Rub the resulting mixture into the hair roots. After 20-30 minutes, wash off the mask with your usual shampoo.
Reviews of experts about masks for hair growth
Magamadova Zarina, trichologist, hair stylist:
– The rate of hair growth directly depends on your hair care. It is necessary to properly stimulate this process in a complex way with the help of trips to your hairdresser, massages, monitor the condition of the scalp, drink the necessary vitamins, make masks. But at the same time, you need to remember that hair growth also directly depends on the internal resources of your body, lifestyle, nutrition, and finally genes. All people’s hair grows at different rates. On average, hair grows at 1 – 1,5 cm / month.
Homemade mask recipes for hair growth are both safe and controversial. Any masks for hair growth act with the help of the warming effect of the scalp, providing blood flow to the follicles. Thus, the correct nourishment of the follicles is recreated, hair growth is enhanced and their loss is suspended. When choosing components for the preparation of homemade masks, you need to remember that some of them can behave insidiously when exposed to the scalp – disrupt the balance of the lipid barrier, dry out the dermis and bring other unpleasant consequences. These components include various alcohol tinctures, red pepper or mustard. It is necessary to apply such masks directly to the scalp, while you can use your fingers or a comb with sparse teeth.
As a specialist who works every day with different types of hair, I trust professional products the most. Today, beauty salons offer many treatments that effectively stimulate hair growth. But if suddenly, for some reason, you do not have extra time, then you can try natural oils, which not only form a lipid film on the surface of the hair, but also penetrate the cuticle. In addition to oils, vitamins A and E are able to work at about the same level – to replenish the lipid balance and seal the hair. Before undertaking the preparation of masks, consult a specialist.