Shampoos, masks, balms for brittle hair: treatment, thickening, care, how to restore

The problem of brittle hair is familiar to many. Outwardly, they look dull, dry, dandruff may appear. To correct the situation will help not only medical procedures, but also special shampoos, masks, balms.

Trichologists' recommendations for choosing shampoo for brittle hair

A well-chosen shampoo helps to keep your hair beautiful and healthy. When colored hair looks dull, brittle, you need to carefully familiarize yourself with the composition of the shampoo. It should be free of harsh sulfates, parabens, phthalates.

Owners of weak thinning hair should give preference to dry oils: coconut or grape seed. They are completely absorbed and do not weigh down the curls. When choosing a shampoo for thinning hair, you need to know that fat begins to rapidly release at the roots, and the ends dry out.

If the head needs to be washed daily, then it is better to choose 2-3 types of products and change after 2-3 days. The water should be at room temperature so as not to stimulate the function of the sebaceous glands. Apply shampoo 2 times and massage the roots thoroughly. Due to microcirculation, the effect of some shampoo ingredients is enhanced.

Wet hair should be allowed to get wet, not rubbed - this can negatively affect its structure. Start drying in 5-10 minutes.

Thickening shampoos and conditioners

When choosing preparations for the care of weak hair, you must carefully read the composition.

What should be on the label:

• D-panthenol (provitamin B5). Covers with a protective film.
• Keratin is one of the main components of the hair structure. Main function: seal.
• Silk proteins help reanimate the cuticle and restore hair structure.
• Seaweed.
• Extracts, extracts from plants, herbs.
• Natural oils help with dryness.

Brittle hair (shampoos and conditioners designed specifically for them can be found in the professional cosmetics market) require careful care. The composition of the products contains polymer compounds that can envelop and protect against aggressive effects.

Among the manufacturers: Collistar, L'Oreal, Vella and others. A series of shampoos Paul Mitchel, Bark, Nature Gate contains natural ingredients. They are usually sold at a pharmacy.

Luxury drugs

Hair care products are divided according to their composition and the degree of influence on their structure.

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L'Oreal Professionnel Volumetry Salicelic Acid + HydraLighht

The product of the famous brand is designed to gently care for damaged, weakened hair. The composition includes salicylic acid, components that moisturize the hair.Manufacturers guarantee the effect of volume up to 3 days. The shampoo lathers well, prevents dandruff. The composition is free of parabens and sulfates. Available in bottles of 250, 500, 750 ml.

Benefits:

• economical;
• provides volume;
• long lasting effect.

The cost is 890-2700 rubles. depending on the volume.

Wella System Professional Volumize

German shampoo is designed for thinning hair. The composition contains the Creatonic complex with protein and keratin, as well as natural extracts that nourish and protect against harmful external influences.

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps to avoid breakage, split ends.

Amino acids thicken the hair structure, gain volume, shine, hair becomes friable. The product is economical, washes well, softens the skin.

The shampoo is available in containers of different sizes and 30 ml probes. Users report that hair becomes more manageable after shampooing. Price 250 ml ≈1000 rubles, 1l ≈2700 rubles.

Nioxin System 3

Shampoo from an American manufacturer with a three-step remedy for weak, damaged hair and hair loss. There are also individual drugs, but it is preferable to use a complex remedy. Among the constituents are keratin, panthenol, herbal components. Hair becomes dense, follicles are cleansed of sebum (sebum), and the structure is restored.

It is recommended to use a conditioner of the same brand after shampooing - apply from roots to ends of hair, leave for 1-3 minutes. Wash off with water. The advantages of the funds include a cumulative effect.

Brittle hair (shampoos of the American company Nioxin, with constant use, will help to make the structure denser, improve the texture) acquire additional volume. Upon washing, the pleasant freshness of menthol is felt. Shampoo with a cumulative effect, produced in volumes: 150, 300, 1000 ml. Price from 1100 RUR

Medium price segment funds

Due to the different price category, shampoos are affordable.

"Syoss Volume Collagen & Lift"

The German shampoo has a good price-quality ratio. The tool will help restore fine hair damaged after dyeing. The composition includes keratin, collagen, apricot kernel oil. Water lily root extract relieves skin irritation.

Among the ingredients is titanium dioxide, a dye that gives hair a pearlescent shine. The shampoo lathers well and is suitable for dry hair. After application, the strands become silky, do not electrify.

The main advantages include:

• profitability;
• affordable price;
• no silicones;
• convenient volume.

The shampoo is available in a 500 ml container, the price is 252 rubles.

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Avalon Organics Biotin B-Complex

This organic shampoo is specially formulated for weak hair. The main function is to improve the structure, thicken, eliminate fragility. The shampoo has a strong cleansing effect, so it is not recommended to use it regularly for thin hair.

As part of the herbal complex, it provides nutrition and stimulates microcirculation.

The components of the product help to strengthen the hair. Like all organic shampoos, it doesn't lather too much. The volume of the bottle is 414 ml, the price is ≈1200 rubles.

Green Pharma Organic Volume

Domestic shampoo contains extracts of honeysuckle, ginseng and others. 95% ingredients of natural origin, 5% - organically grown. The powerful effect of the ingredients helps the hair to become strong and shine. The combination of moisturizing red algae and enveloping chitin makes each hair thicker along its entire length.

The volume is guaranteed for a long time. The product is applied to damp hair, massaged to a rich lather and rinsed off. Then apply shampoo a second time and leave for a few minutes, rinse. Advantage: low price - 260 rubles. for a bottle of 250 ml.Shampoos of the budgetary Russian line include Chistaya Liniya brand products.

It contains only natural ingredients: nettle, clover, horse chestnut, almond oil and others... Ingredients selected to protect fine, brittle hair. After application, the hair does not get tangled, shines, the scalp does not dry out. The effect of the product is increased in combination with the balm of the same company. The price of a 250 ml bottle is 100-110 rubles.

Oils for dry and brittle hair

These funds are divided into 2 types:

• basic are used as the main component for masks;
• essential - this is an independent tool for rinsing or aroma combing.

Oils are used in different ways: rub into the scalp, apply over the entire length, or add to shampoo before washing. For split ends, it is recommended to lubricate them with oil.

Basic

The oils are based on several commonly used oils:

• Burdock... It is considered the most effective. It is obtained from the root of burdock. All constituents of the oil prevent dandruff, promote hair growth. Before using the oil, you need to know that it is capable of removing dye from the hair. Therefore, it is not recommended to keep the oil on the hair for more than 5 hours. Consisting of:

1. inulin: protective and cleansing functions;
2. tocopherol with retinol help restore the structure of the hair, seal its ends;
3. oleic acid - cover the curls along the entire length, ensuring moisture retention.

• Castor... It is an excellent, popular remedy for damaged, weakened, dry hair. The main function is to retain moisture and protect against drying out. The oil is usually used on its own.
• Linseed... After several sessions, the hair looks healthy, strong, and gains shine. This is due to the composition, which contains 46% vitamins. A, E, F and many unsaturated acids.
• Coconut... It is considered the best natural conditioner. The composition contains 90% fatty acids capable of softening and moisturizing. The components of the oil help hair growth, protect, nourish and regenerate the structure. Unrefined oil without additives works more effectively on brittle, split ends.

• Argan oil... It is obtained from the seeds of the fruit of the tree of the same name in North Africa. It is a thick amber liquid. As part of the preparation:

1. 80% is omega, which nourishes the hair;
2. antioxidants cleanse and protect the structure;
3. under the influence of vitamins A, E, F, the hair becomes silky, thick.

Oil, enveloping each hair, retains moisture. The product is unique, it suits any type of hair, including curly, dull hair. The oil does not weigh down the strands and does not increase the fat content.

Essential

Exposure to some popular oils:

• Sandalwood oil is the thickest and most viscous. Main properties: regeneration of skin cells, normalizes fat metabolism, eliminating dry hair.
• Brittle hair (shampoos with the addition of jasmine oil are recommended for frequent use) after application of jasmine will become strong, the water balance will stabilize.
• Adding lavender oil to your shampoo while shampooing will help prevent dry skin and hair. It is useful to lubricate split ends with pure lavender oil.

Rules for the use of oils

It is imperative to check the portability of the product. To do this, put a few drops of oil on your wrist and rub. The initial burning sensation goes away after 3-4 minutes. Do not use pure essential extracts.

What you need to know before using:

• solids must be dissolved, liquid must be heated;
• apply to damp hair, curls can simply be combed with a wet comb;

• divide hair into strands: top, bottom, side. Apply oil to each;
• cover hair with plastic and wrap with a towel.

Balms and sprays

Recently, these 2 cosmetic products have become popular. They are easy to use and have a wide range of applications.

The drugs are divided depending on the application for:

• food;
• restoration of the structure;
• active growth;
• creating hairstyles.

Among the components of balms-sprays there are natural and chemical components, in particular: D-panthenol, various trace elements.

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Avon

Balsam-spray "Absolute Strength" contains apricot extract and shea butter. They have a softening and firming effect on weak, dry hair and scalp. Spray on slightly dried hair, comb. An allergic reaction is possible.

For instance:

• "Growth vitamins" the same company helps to restore the weakened hair structure.
• "Phyto-strengthening... Nettle and burdock ”nourishes the hair with extracts, envelops it with a protective film. Apply to dry hair before styling.
• "Salon professional thermo protect" contains a complex of extracts from plants and herbs. A light preparation, does not weigh down the curls, protects against harmful external influences. It is applied to the entire length of the hair.

The cost for balm sprays starts from 150 rubles. You should pay attention to the presence of natural components. If they are listed at the end of the list, then their share in the composition is not large.

Preparations intended for restoration are recommended to be applied to the skin at the roots and kept for 36 hours.

Tips and rules for using masks

Do not apply any mixture immediately after shampooing:

• Hair need to get wet, do not rub.
• Wrap for 2 minutes. In the towel.
• Apply the mask, withstand the required time.
• Rinse and wrap in a towel again without squeezing.

Masks prepared at home are applied before washing your hair on dry or damp hair for 30-90 minutes. It is necessary to bend over the bathtub and rub the mixture, dry ends must be thoroughly smeared. Wrap your head well.

Recipes

There are special formulations that will help achieve the desired effect.

Volumetric

Yeast:

• 25 g dry yeast;
• 50 ml of milk (warm);
• 1 tsp granulated sugar.

Stir all the ingredients and leave to swell for half an hour. Before applying, add 1 tsp to the mixture. olive oil. Duration 35-40 minutes.

Gelatinous:

2 tbsp. l. pour gelatin with 100 ml of water, insist until it swells. Warm up, combine with 1 tbsp. l. glycerin and a little conditioner for dry (oily) hair. Rinse with water at room temperature, not warmer.

For root volume:

• 2.5 tbsp. l. colorless henna;
• 4 tbsp. l. dry nettle leaves;
• yolk.

Pour 0.25 cups of boiling water over everything, let it brew a little. Leave the mask for 1.5-2 hours.

Volume for a structured cut:

It is recommended to rub into the scalp for 6-7 minutes. a mixture of 0.5 tbsp. milk and 2 tbsp. l. vodka. Then wrap in a towel and wait half an hour.

For thin hair

• 100 g of sea salt;

• 40 ml of brandy;
• 150 g of honey.

Place the mass in a dark place for 10 days. Use the mask before styling. A mixture of 2.5 tbsp. l. liquid honey, 1.5 tbsp. l. castor oil, 1 tbsp l. cinnamon powder for 5-6 minutes. rub into the roots, leave to soak for 50 minutes. Recommended for dry, bleached hair.

In equal proportions, combine burdock, coconut, almond oil with 40 ml of natural yogurt. Combine with 5 drops of rosemary and jasmine oil. Apply for 35 minutes. before washing your hair.

Mask for fine colored hair

3 tbsp. l. grind green tea in a blender, pour 0.25 cups of boiling water, 10 minutes. insist. Add 2 pre-beaten egg yolks to the tea. Apply evenly to hair.

Recovery mask. Slightly warm equal proportions of burdock, corn, soybean, almond oil. Departing 2 cm from the roots, distribute over the strands. Wash your hair after half an hour.

Rinse with broth

Brittle hair (shampoos, balms and masks, correctly selected, will help restore hair structure) with proper care will become stronger. Also, for weak, thinned strands, rinsing with herbal infusions is of great importance.

The following decoctions are most often used for rinsing:

• nettle - helps to get rid of dandruff, stimulates hair growth;
• burdock strengthens the hair follicle, the hair becomes silky;
• mother and stepmother gives shine and strength;
• sage stimulates the production of sebum, relieves dandruff, relieves irritation;
• chamomile has antiseptic properties, recommended for blondes;

• basil promotes easy combing.

Vitamins for hair

Funds can be in various forms:

Pharmacy products

With very dry, thin hair, the pharmacy sells drugs that have a positive effect on the work of the sebaceous glands. As a result of penetration deep into the skin, the water-lipid balance is regulated.

Biotin tablets stabilize fat metabolism. You can add the crushed tablet to your base oil or shampoo. For oral administration, you must consult your doctor. The drug is produced in tablets, solution and ampoules.

Cost ≈ 700 rubles. To protect hair from negative external influences, ultraviolet radiation, dryness from electrical appliances, there are various regenerators.

Crystal Shine Fluid

The Italian product intensively moisturizes, restores the structure and nourishes the hair cells. This is due to the presence of omega-3 fatty acids. The drug can be applied in doses on damp and dry hair. Price from 370 RUR

Green Mama with buckwheat and raspberries

It contains natural extracts, glycerin, panthenol. The product effectively helps to restore the damaged structure, revitalizes dull hair. Apply to damp curls.

Nowadays, you can find a huge number of recipes to treat brittle hair. To find the right shampoo, balm, care products, you need to test several drugs and choose the one that can improve the appearance of your hair.

Article design: Anna Vinnitskaya

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