Every second inhabitant of the Earth’s population faces the problem of hair loss.
Unfortunately, hair loss in large quantities can lead to baldness.
To prevent this problem, people resort to the use of special hair care products.
But not every person will be able to afford salon care.
Therefore, people use funds that will not bring much damage to the wallet, give the necessary effect, and you can use such funds at home.
Since ancient times, recipes for various masks have been known that help to overcome the problem of hair loss and stimulate the growth of new hair.
But can everyone use homemade masks against hair loss?
Indications and contraindications for masks against hair loss at home
Home masks are made only from natural ingredients that are usually at hand at home. Therefore, there are many indications for the use of such masks.
They will help not only with hair loss, but also with the following problems:
• Brittle hair
• Split ends
• Dry hair
• Slow hair growth
• Increased oily scalp
• Dandruff
• Lack of volume and gloss
• Peeling and itching of the scalp
Of course, not all components of homemade masks help get rid of all these problems. And not all masks against hair loss, prepared at home, can be used by everyone, without exception.
First of all necessary make sure that there is no allergic reaction to the components of the mask. Strong allergens are essential oils, honey and onions. These components are most often included in the composition of home masks against hair loss. Therefore, before applying the mask to the hair, it is necessary to apply a small amount of the prepared mask to the skin in the bend of the elbow and wait about half an hour. If there is no discomfort, irritation, itching, redness does not appear, then you can safely apply a mask to the scalp.
But some homemade masks consist of components that are scary not only for allergies, but can also lead to a deterioration in hair quality.
One such component is bow. Masks with onions should not be used if there are wounds, acne, ulcers or, moreover, stitches after recent operations on the scalp.
And for very dry hair, the use of onion masks will not benefit - the components that make up this “aggressive” vegetable will deprive moisture of already dry hair. After such a mask, the hair will become even more brittle, dry, cut and lifeless. Therefore, a mask against hair loss using onions can be applied only to healthy hair, and even better - with increased oily hair.
The same contraindications for homemade masks using mustard powder. You can not overdo it with such "aggressive" means, otherwise you can get a burn of the skin.
Masks against hair loss at home: what is used?
Masks cooked at home into 3 groups are conventionally divided:
1. Masks against hair loss using food and plants
2. Oil-based hair loss masks
3. Masks against hair loss using drugs that are not specifically designed for hair
The first group includes such mask ingredients as eggs (egg yolk or protein), honey, onion, mustard powder, dried yeast, cognac, sour cream, kefir, etc. These masks are easy to prepare, since almost all the components for making such a mask are always have at hand. And the plants from which the masks are made are also not difficult to find - aloe grows on the windowsill in almost any home. In addition to aloe, nettle is also used, which is also not difficult to find if a person lives in rural areas.
Oil-based masks are also popular. Oils can be very different: both vegetable, fatty, and essential oils. And those and others can be purchased at any pharmacy. Some recipes even mention ordinary olive oil. Therefore, in the case of masks against hair loss based on oils, prepared at home, it can be argued that such masks are easy to prepare and in any kitchen there is the main ingredient.
Masks with the use of drugs are less in demand, since it is not always possible to find a suitable medicine at home. But usually these masks include inexpensive preparations, such as Nicotinic acid or Dimexidum, so it will not be difficult to walk to the nearest pharmacy and purchase the necessary ingredients. Reviews of those who used masks against hair loss at home, which included drugs, indicate the high effectiveness of these masks. But there is no laboratory-confirmed information on this subject.
What exactly to prepare a hair mask to decide only directly to whoever will use this mask. Further in this article, easy and inexpensive recipes are described, according to which you can prepare a hair mask yourself.
Masks against hair loss at home: recipes
Masks that strengthen roots, prevent hair loss and stimulate the growth of new hair are popular. Such masks, first of all, include masks with onions and mustard powder.
Mask against hair loss with onions, cooked at home:
Ingredients:
• Onion juice (from under two medium onions)
• 2 tbsp sour cream
A mixture of onion juice and sour cream is applied to the hair roots and left for 40 minutes. For greater effect, it is worth “warming” your hair - cover it with polyethylene or a special hat, wind it with a towel on top.
The composition of onion masks includes only juice from under the bulbs, as it contains all the useful substances that help strengthen the hair bulb. Sour cream in this recipe helps to soften the effect of this vegetable so that the hair does not dry out much.
In addition to this recipe, there are other varieties of onion masks, here are a few of them:
Mask with onion and honey:
• onion juice - 30ml
• honey - 2 tablespoons
• olive oil - 1 tablespoon
Mask with onion and garlic:
• Onion juice - 30ml
• Chopped garlic - 1 clove
• Burdock oil - 1 tbsp.
• Egg yolk - 1 pc.
After using these hair masks for a long time, an unpleasant aroma will come out, which is difficult to kill. To do this, add a drop of essential oil with a pronounced smell - orange or lemon oil to your shampoo. Rinsing hair with herbs such as chamomile or nettle will help to cope with the problem of unpleasant odors.
Homemade anti-hair loss mask with mustard:
Ingredients:
• Dry mustard (mustard powder) - 2 tbsp.
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Hot water
• Olive oil
• Yolk - 1 pc.
Dry mustard is mixed with hot water until a mushy state. Then the remaining components of this mask are gradually added to the mustard. The more sugar, the stronger the mustard will be, as sugar enhances its effect. The mask is applied to the hair roots, then it is necessary to insulate the hair with a towel. In the first application, do not keep the mask on your hair for more than 15 minutes. After getting used to the “hell on the head", you can increase the exposure time of the mask to 30-40 minutes, but no more, otherwise you can get a burn. After the specified time, the hair must be washed with shampoo.
Mask with mustard powder stimulates the growth of new hair. It is recommended to use this mask no more than 1-2 times a week. This mustard mask recipe is basic. Sometimes sugar in the recipe is replaced with honey - this option is even more useful.
In addition to these masks, oil-based masks and masks with pharmaceutical preparations are no less popular.
1. The composition of the oil mask for hair:
• Burr oil
• Castor oil
• Wheat germ oil
• Oily solution of vitamin A (or vitamin E)
• Almond oil
All oils must be mixed and this oil mixture heated. After that, this mask is applied to the hair along the entire length. Top hair must be insulated. After an hour and a half, the hair needs to be washed with shampoo several times, since the oils are washed off heavily. Such a mask will help not only to eliminate the problem of hair loss, but also to nourish them and give them shine.
2. Honey mask:
• Melted honey - 3 tablespoons
• Egg yolk - 1 pc.
• Burdock oil - 1 tbsp.
Mix all the ingredients, apply a mask to the hair, leave for 20 minutes, insulate. After washing hair with shampoo 2 times.
3. Mask with nicotinic acid:
• Nicotinic acid - 1 ampoule
• Olive oil (or linseed) - 2 tbsp.
• Egg yolk - 1 pc.
Apply a mixture of all the ingredients on the hair roots, leave for half an hour, insulate. After half an hour, rinse with warm water and shampoo.
Nicotinic acid, or vitamin B3 (vitamin PP, niacin), is sold in pharmacies without a prescription and is inexpensive. This substance can also be used as an indelible agent. After washing the hair, apply the contents of one ampoule to the skin parted. Lightly massage the skin. It is better to use nicotinic acid in courses of 15 days, so as not to provoke the appearance of dandruff.
Masks against hair loss at home: features of the procedure
When using homemade masks, it is necessary to adhere to some rules so as not to harm the hair:
1. Apply the mask to dry unwashed hair
2. Do not carry out this procedure more than 1 time per week
3. Before applying the mask, it is necessary to test for allergies to the components of the mask
4. After applying the composition, it is better to insulate the hair with cellophane or a special hat. A towel can be wound on top of the cellophane.
5. After the time has passed, during which the mask had to be kept on the hair, they should be washed with warm water and shampoo several times, since natural masks are washed off worse than professional products.
Hair color plays an important role when choosing a mask against hair loss, prepared at home. Blondes should not use masks with egg yolks, mustard, cognac, burdock oil and gelatin, as these components will add unwanted yellowness to the hair, which will be very difficult to remove. Freshly dyed dark hair should not be masked with coconut oil, onion and mustard, otherwise the paint will be washed off and the hair will become unkempt.
The opinion of professional hairdressers about home masks against hair loss is unambiguous. They believe that using such masks will aggravate the problem. This is especially true for oil masks. Pharmaceutical oils are not suitable for hair care, as they make them heavier and clog pores. Therefore, oxygen does not enter the bulb, which leads to even greater hair loss. Professional hairdressers recommend using adapted oil products that can be purchased at professional cosmetics stores.
However, the experience of generations proves that masks against hair loss at home are highly effective. Therefore, to use home masks or not - it's up to you.
