What is a Hair Mask & How to Apply A Hair Mask?

10 Tips to Apply a Hair Mask

Here are some basic guidelines on how to apply a hair mask:

1.) Keep it On the Regular

How often should you do a hair mask depends on how dry or damaged it is, but you should at least create a routine. For most hair types and seasons, once a week should be sufficient. But if you are often using a lot of heated styling tools, like hair irons, then your hair may become more damaged and require more intense conditioning help. In this case, you would want to use a hair mask more regularly.

2.) Read the Directions

It is hard to answer what is a hair mask when there are so many different kinds, but just read the packs! Each formula and base is different and ingredients really are key. Regardless of how you obtain your mask, look for products to make or buy that contain natural oils such as jojoba, olive oil, almond oil or even avocado. Food products, such as bananas and honey also sometimes make an appearance in hair masks for their unique properties in restoring nutrients to the hair.

3.) Wet or Dry?

Some are applied dry, some are applied to leave on while you sleep. With others, you shampoo before and after, and then condition. If that’s the case, use a gentle clarifying shampoo since you’re going to be adding a thicker product.

4.) Find One That Works for Everyone

The Nexxus Vital 8-in-1 Hair Mask for All Hair Types brings in the coconut and soybean oil plus keratin. It’s lightweight and also great for fine hair. Yes, fine hair could use a mask, too.

5.) Cover the Mask

Cover with a shower cap or hot towel for a spa treatment and you can encase your bubble of handiwork. You’ll see a difference even with your first use of Nexxus Keraphix Hair Mask for Damaged Hair. It helps replace lost amino acid from severe damage. Masks like this help your hair get back from brittle with a butter-like texture.