Hair mask with burdock oil
Burdock oil hair mask is a source of vitamins, flavonoids, minerals and unsaturated fatty acids. It contains B vitamins, vitamins A, E, C, as well as iron, calcium and chromium. Inulin, which is a valuable natural substance, helps cleanse and moisturize the scalp. Therefore, using masks, you can significantly improve the condition of the scalp, regulate the work of the sebaceous glands, and get rid of the problem of early baldness. The tool not only gives the hair an attractive appearance, it heals them, strengthens the roots from the inside, and increases their vitality.
Thanks to the regular use of masks based on squeezing burdock roots (it is from it that burdock oil is made), many hair problems can be solved, including:
- Dropping out.
- Slow growth.
- Dandruff.
- Increased fragility.
- Hair damage of a mechanical nature (perm, blow-drying, pulling with tongs, etc.).
- Split ends of hair.
- The initial stage of alopecia.
- Itchy scalp and oily seborrhea.
The mask should be used on a regular basis. This is the only way to achieve a positive effect.
Content:
- Contraindications to use
- How to choose the right burdock oil?
- General rules for using burdock oil hair masks
- How to properly wash off the mask?
- Burdock oil hair mask recipes
- How long should masks be applied to achieve visible results?
Contraindications to use
Despite the fact that burdock oil is a valuable hair care product, it is not always possible to use it. You can not use the mask if a person has an individual intolerance to this product. Although allergic reactions are rare, an allergic reaction test should be done before first applying the product to the scalp. To do this, a small amount of oil should be applied to the skin of the wrist for half an hour. If after this time there is no negative reaction (redness, itching, rashes), then burdock oil can be safely used for hair care.
Now on sale there is burdock oil, which in its composition contains not only the original product, but also auxiliary components. Therefore, if you have a hypersensitive scalp, you need to carefully read the label.
You can not use the product with an expired date. At the very least, such a product will not be beneficial, and may also provoke irritation.
During pregnancy. During the carrying of a child, many changes occur in a woman's body, which often negatively affect the condition of the hair. Therefore, it is not surprising that women begin to look for funds that would allow her to put them in order. The most common problem during pregnancy is hair loss. You can fight it with burdock oil.
However, during pregnancy, you should exercise increased vigilance and purchase only burdock oil that does not contain fragrances, chemical components and preservatives in its composition. Otherwise, there are no contraindications to the use of burdock oil during pregnancy.
Children. Parents are often concerned about poor hair growth in a child. This problem is especially relevant for girls. There can be many reasons, but genetics comes first. Of course, in this case, it will not be possible to make your daughter's hair incredibly lush with the help of burdock oil. However, masks are quite capable of strengthening hair roots, awakening dormant hair follicles and making hair spines more durable.
There are no age restrictions for the use of such masks. However, it is best to start using them for children over 4-5 years old. At this age, the temporary hair completely leaves the head and is replaced by "real" hair. Therefore, it is already possible to activate those hair follicles that are at rest.
It is important to consider that the composition of the hair mask should not contain aggressive components or chemicals. As an addition to such funds, you can use egg yolk, kefir, honey, herbal decoctions. Before applying the mask to children's hair for the first time, it is necessary to carry out an allergy test, which is described above.
How to choose the right burdock oil?
The assortment of burdock oil, which is presented in pharmacies and stores, is very diverse at the moment. The main criterion for choosing high-quality burdock oil is the absence of fragrances and preservatives in it. In addition, you need to pay attention to the following points:
- The best oil is the one that is 100% squeezed from burdock roots. If such oil contains additional components of vegetable origin, then this is rather a plus. They will enhance the healing effect and more complete disclosure of all useful substances.
- The packaging containing the oil should not be transparent. It is good if it is poured into dark glass containers, which are additionally placed in cardboard boxes.
- The label must indicate the composition of the product, details of its manufacturers, the shelf life of the oil and the required storage conditions.
Based on these criteria, you can choose the highest quality and useful product.
General rules for using burdock oil hair masks
A guaranteed effect can be obtained only when masks are applied in courses. It is impossible to make your hair healthier and stronger in just one procedure. The optimal course duration is considered to be a month and a half, after which it is necessary to take a break for 14 days.
- For each procedure to give the maximum effect, it is necessary to warm the oil before applying it to the scalp. The best way to do this is in a water bath.
- In order for the active components of the mask to penetrate to the hair follicles, after its application, it is necessary to create a "greenhouse effect". To do this, you need to use a plastic cap and a terry towel.
- The minimum exposure time of the mask to the scalp is 30 minutes. If the mask does not contain aggressive components, such as mustard powder, then it can be left for a longer period and even overnight.
- The frequency of using burdock oil hair masks depends on their condition. If the scalp is dry, then the mask is recommended to be applied 3 times a week. When the hair is oily, then the medicinal composition should be used less often - once a week.
- It is very convenient to use a brush to apply oil. Thus, it will be possible to use the product sparingly and distribute it over the entire surface of the scalp and along the hair roots. If you don't have a special brush at hand, you can use a regular toothbrush.
- After applying the oil, gently comb the hair with a wide-toothed comb and massage the scalp well with your fingers.
- Burdock oil can and should be combined with other ingredients. This will make the mask more effective and select the composition that is optimal for a particular person.
- The burdock oil mask is not suitable for daily use. You can not overload your hair with useful substances, as this will not affect their condition in the best way.
- Apply the mask to dry or slightly damp hair. You should not wash your hair before using burdock oil.
- Do not apply too much oil to your hair, as the amount of oil will not increase the effectiveness of the procedure. For medium-length hair, a teaspoon of oil is sufficient for one application.
How to properly wash off the mask?
Many women refuse to use masks with burdock oil for the reason that it is difficult to wash off, leaving behind an oily shine on the hair. First, if some of the oil remains on the hair, nothing bad will happen. This will only enhance the beneficial effect of the agent used.
Secondly, if a woman is still concerned about the aesthetic appearance of her hair, then the oil should be washed off correctly. It repels water, so you should not rush to get your head wet. Otherwise, the shampoo simply will not adhere to the surface of the hair.
First you need to lather a little shampoo in your palms with the addition of water until foam forms. This foam is applied to hair covered with burdock oil. Now you need to try to foam the applied composition on the hair. If you cannot do this, then you can slightly moisten your head. The water should be hot, naturally within reasonable limits.
Then you need to apply a little more shampoo on your head, lather it and rinse your hair. Two or three times repetition of the procedure is enough to completely cleanse the hair of burdock oil. After shampooing, do not use a hairdryer; hair must dry on its own Otherwise, most of the effect obtained from applying the mask will be lost.
The following ingredients help neutralize oil and absorb excess fat from the hair:
- Egg yolk. In order to remove oil from your hair, you need to drive two yolks into them, and then wash your hair with a regular shampoo. In this case, the water should not be hot.
- Shampoo with the addition of baking soda will help get rid of oily shine on your hair. Soda just needs to be added to the shampoo in a 1: 3 ratio.
- In a liter of warm water, you can dissolve mustard powder and rinse your hair with this composition. Then you just need to rinse them with warm water. You can use shampoo.
- You can add lemon juice to the water. One liter of water requires the juice of one lemon. By reacting with the oil, the acid will effectively remove it from the hair.
With these simple and affordable recipes, you can easily remove mask residue from your hair without harming its health.
Burdock oil hair mask recipes
There are many recipes for hair masks with burdock oil. All of them are quite effective. A selection of the most effective masks is as follows.
Multi-piece masks
Recipe 1. A mask with burdock oil and kefir will restore dry and lifeless hair. It is good to use it when they have been exposed to a hair dryer or dyes. To prepare the mask, you will need 50 ml of kefir, a teaspoon of burdock oil, half a tablespoon of any liquid honey and chicken yolk. All components must be thoroughly mixed with each other and applied to the scalp and hair roots. The holding time of such a product is from 40 to 60 minutes.
Recipe 2. A fortified hair mask will improve their structure, make hair thicker, silky and smooth. To prepare the composition, you will need a tablespoon of oil, vitamin A and vitamin E in a volume of 5 ml. Vitamins are added to pre-warmed oil and left on the head for 30 minutes.
Recipe 3. Oil mask for hair. The composition of such a mask contains a teaspoon of burdock and olive oil, which must be additionally enriched with two drops of vitamins A and E. All components should be mixed and then heated in a water bath. The holding time is half an hour. It is good to apply such a mixture not only to the hair roots, but also to distribute along their entire length, right down to the very ends. Regular use of an oil mask will leave your hair silky, shiny and thick.
Simple masks
Recipe 1. To soften hair, activate its growth and prevent early baldness, you can use the burdock oil + honey mask. To prepare it, you will need to mix both components in the amount of one teaspoon. The product is applied to the scalp, hair roots and along their entire length. The minimum exposure time is 1 hour.
Recipe 2. Mask with burdock oil and nettle decoction. To prepare the composition, you will need to pour two tablespoons of nettle with 250 ml of boiling water and cover with a lid. After half an hour, the infusion must be filtered. To prepare the mask, you will need 2 tablespoons of the finished infusion mixed with 2 tablespoons of burdock oil. Leave the mask on your hair for an hour. So that the remains of the nettle infusion do not disappear, they must be mixed with a liter of warm boiled water and, after washing your hair, rinse your hair with it.
Recipe 3. To nourish hair with vitamins, eliminate fragility and accelerate growth, you can add egg yolk to the oil. The composition is very simple: you need 1 yolk and two teaspoons of oil. The exposure time of such a product on the hair is an hour.
Recipe 4. To get rid of dandruff and flaking of the scalp, you can add a teaspoon of aloe juice to one tablespoon of warm oil. This composition is applied to the hair roots and rubbed into the scalp. You can leave the mask on for several hours or even overnight. High-quality hydration after using such a combination is guaranteed.
Recipe 5. In order to enhance hair growth and fight hair loss more effectively, you can use the burdock oil + onion mask. To prepare it, you need a tablespoon of freshly squeezed onion juice, a tablespoon of burdock oil and a teaspoon of honey. All components are mixed and applied to the scalp for half an hour.
Masks for blondes and brunettes
Recipe 1. Mask with burdock oil and cocoa. This remedy is great for women with dark hair. It is not recommended for blondes to use such a mask, as it can give the strands a dark shade. In order to prepare the mask, you will need to dilute 50 g of cocoa powder in warm milk to obtain a gruel. Then add a tablespoon of burdock oil to this mixture and apply to the roots. If desired, you can distribute the mask over the entire length of the hair. The holding time of the mask is 2-3 hours. In addition to strengthening hair, the woman is guaranteed to receive an increase in their shine and shine.
Recipe 2. For blondes, a mask with burdock oil and lemon juice is suitable. In addition to making your hair healthy, this composition will make it a little lighter. Women with dark hair are not recommended to use a mask. To prepare it, you need the juice of half a lemon and 2 tablespoons of burdock oil. After mixing these components, you need to apply them to the scalp with the capture of the root part of the hair and leave for half an hour. Thanks to this mixture, it will be possible to get rid of dullness, dandruff and hair loss.
Masks requiring an allergy test
Recipe 1. Accelerate hair growth, increase blood flow to the scalp and get rid of early alopecia with a mustard oil mask. To prepare it, you will need to dilute a tablespoon of mustard with a tablespoon of water, add one chicken yolk and 2 teaspoons of burdock oil to the mixture. The resulting composition must be thoroughly mixed and applied to the hair. The holding time of such a mask should not exceed half an hour.
Attention! If the scalp is irritated or has any damage, then the use of a mask with mustard should be discarded. The mixture is applied only to the scalp and hair roots. Such a mask is not distributed over the entire length of the hair.
Recipe 2. Mask with burdock oil and pepper. Due to the warming effect, it will be possible to increase the blood flow to the hair roots, which will contribute to their accelerated growth. To prepare the mask, you will need to mix a teaspoon of oil and red pepper tincture concentrate. It is best to apply this mask only to the hair roots. The holding time should not exceed 30 minutes.
Attention! Before carrying out the procedure, it is necessary to test for an allergic reaction. Apply a ready-made mask to the skin of the wrist. If itching, burning or irritation occurs, it is better to refuse to use such a remedy. In addition, special care must be taken when rinsing the mask off the head so that it does not get into the eyes.
All of the above masks have useful qualities. However, it is not at all necessary to supplement the burdock oil with any components. The oil itself is already an excellent source for enriching hair with nutrients. It can be used in its pure form, which will also help to heal and strengthen the strands.
How long should masks be applied to achieve visible results?
In fact, after the first application of the burdock oil mask, the hair becomes healthier and stronger. However, you won't be able to see the result immediately. To visually assess the effect of masks, you need to undergo a hair restoration course. Depending on their condition, it can take 1.5-2 months. After this time, the hair will stop falling out, it will become smoother, silky and thick.
If hair loss has not stopped or increased, then you should seek advice from a trichologist. It is possible that the cause of alopecia is hidden in unhealthy diet, lack of vitamins, or any disease. In this case, masks with burdock oil will not be able to provide a sufficient effect even with their regular use.
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The author of the article: German Olga Leonidovna, trichologist, specially for the website ayzdorov.ru
