{"id":174139,"date":"2022-03-03T09:00:22","date_gmt":"2022-03-03T17:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=174139"},"modified":"2022-03-01T12:59:42","modified_gmt":"2022-03-01T20:59:42","slug":"hair-mask-benefits-damaged-hair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/hair-mask-benefits-damaged-hair\/","title":{"rendered":"Hair Mask Benefits for Damaged Hair"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the beauty world, we&#8217;re faced with many how-to&#8217;s and beauty information. Whether that&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/how-to-plump-lips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to plump lips<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/how-to-fill-in-eyebrows\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to fill in eyebrows<\/a>, there&#8217;s a lot of information out there. But when it comes to skin care and hair care, we love all of the information we can get for healthy hair and skin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s face it: our hair puts up with a lot, and too many treatments in too short a time frame can damage your once silky smooth hair.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for a way to give your damaged hair some long-overdue TLC, a hair mask is an effective way to condition, repair, and revitalize your locks. After all, hair care is just as important as skin care. With so many different options to choose from, however, you might be wondering, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what does a hair mask do?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without question, a hair mask is a highly effective way to give your hair some sweet relief and say <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sayonara <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to split ends. Ahead, we\u2019ll talk about all the hair mask benefits you have to look forward to.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#1 A Boost of Moisture<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the main benefits of hair masks is that they provide plenty of moisture, which is vital to improving the appearance of brittle, damaged strands. Moisture plumps up those delicate strands to give you a head full of healthy-looking hair.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For extra-hydrated hair, try a mask formulated for overnight use to give your strands some long-lasting deep conditioning. For hair that looks as soft and luscious as it feels, lean towards hair masks with plenty of hydrating properties and vitamins, like:<sup>1<\/sup><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Argan oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aloe vera gel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shea butter<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Product Recommendation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We can\u2019t get enough of the VOC\u00ca Hydrate Mask, jam-packed with shea butter as well as hibiscus extract and baobab for stronger hair.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#2 Touchably Soft Texture<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone with colored, bleached, chemically altered, or heat-treated hair can tell you that while these techniques are effective at nailing a certain look, they can leave your hair feeling dry and brittle. A hair mask can be a wonderful way to improve hair texture, as the conditioning ingredients will leave it feeling softer and smoother than before. So, when you run your hands through your perfectly styled hair, you\u2019ll love how it <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">feels<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and not just how it looks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#3 Farewell to Frizz<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While some people have naturally frizzy hair, frizz can also result from damaging hair tools, treatments, and products that reduce the moisture in your hair. Giving your hair an infusion of moisture via hair masks can help lessen frizz all around.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ingredients to look for in a de-frizzing hair mask include any that promote hydration, such as:<sup>2<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shea butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jojoba oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aloe vera<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While frizz can occur at any time of the year, a frizz-fighting hair mask can be particularly helpful during hot, humid summers. However, hydrating hair masks can also reduce frizz caused by static electricity in the winter months, when there\u2019s less moisture in the air, making hair masks a powerful year-round solution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#4 Increased Shine\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dreaming of glossy, gleaming locks? Even if your hair is damaged, a little extra moisture from a hair mask can go a long way toward increasing your hair\u2019s shimmer and shine. Hair that\u2019s been bleached or colored can benefit the most from a mask designed to help it shine, as the follicles are more porous than untreated hair \u2014 meaning they\u2019ll easily soak up <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">all that good stuff<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many hair mask ingredients are good for shine, but you can especially benefit from the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aloe<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bamboo extract<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve been using a lot of other products to revive your damaged hair, you may also benefit from a hair mask designed to clarify. Clarifying treatments help remove buildup of products, an essential step to enhancing your hair\u2019s luster.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Product Recommendation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We love the Christophe Robin Regenerating Hair Mask, designed to increase shine for those with dry, damaged hair.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#5 A Healthier Scalp<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A dry, itchy scalp and dandruff often come hand in hand with damaged hair, as the styling and coloring techniques used to achieve your desired look can also irritate and dry out the sensitive skin on your head.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apart from applying moisture, some hair mask ingredients help you stop scratching with the use of antibacterial and anti-inflammatory ingredients. One especially useful ingredient is tea tree oil, an essential oil proven to help treat dandruff.<sup>3<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A healthy hair and scalp may also encourage hair growth, especially if scalp exfoliation is included to free any buildup clogging each hair follicle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#6 A Break Up With Breakage\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some natural hair breakage is unavoidable. It can happen when we brush our hair, tie it up, and, especially if it\u2019s long, snag it on our clothes and other things around us. When your hair\u2019s already damaged and dry, however, you may notice quite a bit more breakage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hair masks can help reduce your hair breakage woes by supplying plenty of moisture and hair-strengthening ingredients. Science tells us that hair treatments using natural oils are especially effective at stopping breakage and split ends from showing up in the first place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for ingredients like:<sup>4<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunflower oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Argan oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olive oil<sup>4<\/sup><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In terms of strengthening your strands, hair masks that contain keratin are also known to deliver plenty of fortifying benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#7 Fewer Tangles<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does styling your hair quickly turn into a fight between you and your strands, with a plastic comb as your only weapon? Yup, a hair mask can help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next time you\u2019re trying to detangle your damp hair, apply a mask before using a wide-tooth comb to gently undo those knots, starting at the ends and working your way up. In terms of preventing tangles from forming in the first place, a hair mask can help by keeping your locks smooth and slippery, meaning that your days ahead will be free from the frustrations of knots, twists, and snarls.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fighting with your tangled hair can also create hair damage, like breakage, especially on damp or wet hair. So applying a hair treatment will prevent such damage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to Use a Hair Mask<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re drooling over all the benefits of hair masks, we\u2019re right there with you. For those who\u2019ve never used one before, though, you might wonder how a hair mask differs from your regular conditioner or leave-in conditioner. Say no more! We\u2019ll guide you through all the steps you need to take to achieve healthy, happy hair.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your hair mask will generally come with instructions specific to its unique ingredients. Usually, however, you can apply it according to one of three methods:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply in the shower<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most masks work best on damp hair and can be easily added to your shower routine. A mask is also likely to work best on fresh, clean hair that\u2019s free of buildup and other products. After shampooing, squeeze the excess water out of your hair and work your mask from roots to ends. Let it sit for at least 10 to 15 minutes, and in the meantime, give yourself a spa-level scrub, soap, or shave. Then, just rinse your hair, and you\u2019re all set!<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply to dry hair. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some oil-based masks work best on dry hair, as water can repel oils and prevent your hair from soaking up all that goodness. Brush your dry hair to remove any tangles, then work your mask into your hair from roots to tips. Put your hair up with a clip or wrap it in a T-shirt. You can leave your mask in anywhere from 20 minutes to a few hours, then simply follow your regular shower routine when you\u2019re done.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply overnight. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An overnight mask application is a smart way to get in some extra-deep conditioning. Follow your hair mask\u2019s instructions in terms of whether to apply it on damp or dry hair, and work it in thoroughly. Wrap your hair up with a towel or T-shirt, and head off to catch some <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Z<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s. In the morning, follow your regular shower routine.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>A quick tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you\u2019re using your mask on dry hair or overnight, you may want to use an extra towel or wear an old t-shirt to protect your clothes and bedding, as some of the oils and moisturizers that make your hair <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">oh-so-luscious<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could also stain your fabrics.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How Often to Use a Hair Mask<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wow<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you say as you gaze into the mirror at your newly lustrous hair. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can I use a hair mask every day?\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The technical answer is yes. Since hair mask ingredients tend to be helpful and hydrating, you can use them fairly often without worrying about adverse effects. But because they pack quite a punch of moisture, using them daily could weigh down your hair more than you want.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve acquired a hair mask or two to try, play around with frequency and see how your hair reacts. You may want to use a mask once or twice a week at first, but as you rehydrate and rejuvenate your damaged hair, you can try switching to every two weeks or once a month.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/products-for-common-hair-concerns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">must-have hair products<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> including oils, sprays, and shampoos can make a tremendous difference for healthy hair when paired with a mask.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Embrace Happy, Hydrated Hair Days with FabFitFun<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a hair mask is a fabulous way to deliver plenty of health and hydration to any hair type. And with a shinier, more hydrated, frizz-free mane, you\u2019ll be ready to let your hair down in all its glory, spending less time on detangling and more on, well, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">everything else!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our suggestion? Try out a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/get-the-box\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FabFitFun membership<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, our seasonal subscription box includes plenty of hair and beauty goods sent straight to your home each season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FabFitFun<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Member, you\u2019ll also enjoy plenty of perks, like customizing your choice of products and taking advantage of members-only sales. And with access to the member Community and FabFitFun TV, you\u2019ll receive plenty more tips like the best <a href=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/best-colored-eyeliner-looks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">colored eyeliner looks<\/a> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/upgrade-wellness-routine-month\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">creating a wellness routine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you (and your hair) live your best life in no time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Sources:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NaturallyCurly. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 Super Hydrating Ingredients for Natural Hair. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturallycurly.com\/curlreading\/curls\/7-super-hydrating-ingredients-for-natural-hair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.naturallycurly.com\/curlreading\/curls\/7-super-hydrating-ingredients-for-natural-hair<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthline. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18 Hair Mask Ingredients for Dry, Damaged Hair<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/beauty-skin-care\/hair-mask-for-dry-hair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/beauty-skin-care\/hair-mask-for-dry-hair<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PubMed. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment of dandruff with 5% tea tree oil shampoo.<\/span><\/i> <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12451368\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12451368\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Library of Medicine. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hair Cosmetics: An Overview. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4387693\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4387693\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":"In the beauty world, we're faced with many how-to's and beauty information. 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