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Vodka contains no nutrients as it is just ethyl alcohol mixed with water, but it is often included in folk remedies for healthy hair. The reason for the high effectiveness of masks with water lies in the properties of the drink: vodka dissolves the oily film that covers the hair at the roots, which promotes the penetration of nutrients into skin cells, alcohol increases blood circulation and causes a rush of blood to the hair follicles, ethanol kills pathogenic bacteria, and vodka is also hypoallergenic and does not burn the scalp like alcohol.
The benefits of vodka hair masks
One of the most effective ways to stop baldness and stimulate hair growth is to wake up the “sleeping” bulbs. This principle is based on massage techniques using vodka tinctures, which have a warming effect.
Applying hair masks is much more convenient than rubbing in lotions:
- it takes less time to apply a mask than a daily intensive massage with lotions;
- the composition of the masks can be adjusted depending on the degree of sensitivity of the scalp and hair type.
To make the preparation of masks take a minimum of time, in the summer they stock up on medicinal tinctures from:
- May nettle;
- parsley;
- chamomile flowers;
- celandine;
- oak bark.
Recipes for hair masks with vodka
Rules for the use of masks:
- for oily hair, masks are used without restrictions;
- for dry and brittle hair, be sure to add 1 teaspoon of pork, goose or horse fat. To get the fat of the desired consistency, the lard is cut into small pieces, melted in a water bath, without boiling, then the lard is carefully drained (do not filter). The remaining cracklings can be used for culinary purposes. Such fat contains ceramides and collagen, similar in structure to human. Lard is stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 months;
- if the scalp is sensitive, lard is added even with oily hair. For additional hydration, the mask includes 1-2 teaspoons of aloe juice or golden mustache. The most useful is the juice of leaves that have lain in the refrigerator for 3-5 days before pressing. It is recommended to dilute excess juice with vodka in a ratio of 1: 1, store in the refrigerator and use as needed;
- most masks are kept on the head for 1,5–2 hours. An exception is a mask of vodka with pepper, which can not be kept for more than 30-40 minutes. If the burning sensation becomes too strong, the suspension must be washed off even before the expiration date;
- after applying the mask to the hair, the head must be insulated, covered with a plastic cap and tied with a warm cloth on top;
- in order to beat off the smell of onions and other ingredients that make up the mask, the hair is rinsed with lemon juice or apple cider vinegar. To 3-4 liters of water, add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar and 2 teaspoons of baking soda;
- during the treatment procedures it is forbidden to use a hairdryer, therefore it is necessary to make masks and wash your hair after them in the evening.
Recipes for masks to strengthen and grow hair
Shampoo with vodka
The pharmacy sells medicated shampoos, which are more expensive than regular ones. The only drawback of such funds is the short duration of contact with the hair. To enhance the effect of the drug, it is recommended to dilute the shampoo with vodka (one tablespoon of shampoo – a teaspoon of alcohol) and apply to the hair roots.
Pepper vodka mask
To achieve a sustainable effect, it is necessary to apply such a mask 2-3 times a week for 4-6 months. To prepare pepper tincture, you need to pour 2 pods of red hot pepper into 200 ml of vodka (0,5 pods per 5 l) and leave for a month in a dark place, but not in the refrigerator. Pharmacy tincture is also suitable.
Mask composition:
- 2 teaspoons of pepper tincture. If the scalp is not too sensitive, instead of tincture, you can use a quarter teaspoon of ground red pepper (not chili!);
- 1 tablespoon of burdock (castor, olive) oil;
- 1 chicken egg yolk.
Before using the mask, it is recommended to check the reaction of the skin: apply a few drops of the product on the inside of the forearm. If after 15 minutes the skin on the arm does not turn red, the mask can be applied to the hair roots.
Mask with vodka for hair growth:
- 1 egg yolk;
- 1 tablespoon castor (olive, burdock) oil;
- 1 tablespoon of honey;
- ¼ teaspoon dry yeast;
- a teaspoon of vodka.
Heat honey slightly in a water bath, so that it becomes liquid, mix with whipped yolk and other ingredients.
With cranberries:
- 1 yolk;
- 1 tablespoon gruel from mashed cranberries;
- 1 a tablespoon of vodka.
Mask with chamomile tincture (to strengthen hair, shine and give it a golden hue):
- 1 tablespoon of chamomile tincture;
- 1 tablespoon of burdock oil;
- 1 yolk.
Recipes for masks with vodka for dandruff
Against dandruff, celandine tincture, which is added to hair masks from vodka and eggs, helps well.
With onion juice:
- a tablespoon of onion juice;
- a tablespoon of burdock oil;
- 1 egg yolk;
- a teaspoon of vodka (or tincture of celandine).
Side effect: the mask stimulates hair growth.
With onion and lemon juice:
- a tablespoon of onion juice;
- a tablespoon of lemon juice;
- a tablespoon of honey, slightly heated in a water bath;
- a teaspoon of vodka (or tincture of celandine).
With tincture of oak bark:
- 1 egg yolk;
- 1 teaspoon oak bark tincture;
- 2 teaspoons of aloe juice;
- 1 tablespoon of burdock oil.
With orange juice (for the treatment of advanced oily seborrhea):
- 1 tablespoon orange juice;
- 1 tablespoon of vodka or tincture of burdock (nettle, parsley);
- 1 tablespoon of jojoba oil.
Alopecia (hair thinning and baldness) and oily seborrhea are often the result of hormonal disruptions. In such cases, conventional cosmetics are powerless, so if you have serious problems with your hair, you should consult a doctor.