Masks with kefir for hair
In most cases, we use kefir as a tasty and healthy drink. But it is useful not only as a means of improving digestion. This fermented milk product is often used as a base for masks designed to improve the condition of curls.
The benefits of kefir for hair
The general strengthening effect of kefir on the epidermis of the head and the structure of the hairs is known. The extensive beneficial properties of fermented milk product make it possible to find use for any type of hair. You just need to choose the right accompanying ingredients. It is better to use homemade kefir as a cosmetic product, since it contains only natural ingredients.
The main beneficial qualities of kefir are as follows:
- The lactic acid fungus contained in this product activates blood flow and stimulates metabolic processes. In this regard, regular use ensures rapid growth of strands and normalizes the function of the sebaceous glands.
- A fermented milk drink is especially recommended for caring for oily hair. Its unique composition regulates oiliness, and constant use makes it possible to solve the problem of dandruff and seborrhea.
- Since protein is the main structural component of both hairs and fermented milk drink, kefir helps strengthen them, restore them and is a kind of prevention of split ends.
- This product envelops each hair with a microscopic film, which serves as reliable protection from the negative effects of harmful ecology.
- Using kefir in hair care provides optimal nutrition and hydration, which cannot be created by using chemical products.
- Calcium, which is one of the components of this product, is necessary for women at any time. But it is especially useful during pregnancy and adulthood.
Masks with kefir for hair
Before using homemade kefir-based masks, you should know that due to its acidic environment, this product can partially wash out the pigment from the hairs. Therefore, it should be used with caution on colored strands unless you want to lighten them. A natural fermented milk drink has a shelf life of no more than ten days under suitable conditions. If this rule is not followed, then it is better not to use such a product for hair care. It probably contains preservatives.
The simplest kefir mask contains only one component - the fermented milk drink itself. It should be slightly heated and applied over the entire mass of curls, paying special attention to the root zone. After an hour and a half, the mask can be washed off with shampoo. To enhance the result, you need to wrap the curls in cling film and insulate them. This procedure will create a steam effect.
Dry hair will benefit from kefir mask with castor oil. To prepare it, mix 3 large spoons of fresh fermented milk drink and 1 large spoon of castor oil. They also add raw yolk one egg. The mixture is distributed over the curls and left to act for an hour. Instead of castor oil, you can add olive or burdock oil to the mask.
To eliminate too much fat content, it is useful to make kefir mask with mustard and honey. Kefir in the amount of 150 grams is slightly heated and mixed with a small spoon of natural honey and 2 small spoons of mustard powder. Pour in a small spoon of almond or burdock oil and broadcast rosemary or lemon in the amount of 3 drops. After distributing the mixture over your hair, leave it to act for 30 minutes and then wash it off with shampoo.
To activate the growth of curls, the following is useful: mask: a glass of fermented milk product is mixed with a large spoon of mayonnaise, the same amount of vegetable oil and a small spoon of mustard powder. Having distributed the mass over the strands, let it act for half an hour.
To combat hair loss, a kefir mask with cocoa is suitable. Cocoa powder in the amount of 2 large spoons is mixed with the yolk of one egg, a large spoon of olive oil is added there and the resulting mixture is poured into a glass of kefir. After mixing everything thoroughly, distribute the mass over the hair and leave for an hour.
Reviews of kefir for hair
According to girls, kefir is great for solving the problem of hair loss. You just need to take a richer product, especially if the strands are long and the ends suffer from a lack of sebum and are overdried. With constant use, such a mask stops hair loss within a couple of months, the curls become vibrant and acquire a healthy shine.
