Applying colorless henna to hair
Henna is one of the most popular types of natural dyes. She can dye her hair in any color and removes gray hair at a time. But besides this, it also miraculously helps to restore hair, strengthen it. We will tell you about all the advantages and disadvantages of henna in this article.
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The benefits of henna for hair
Henna is a natural product. It became known about it in ancient times, however, at that time it was used exclusively in the east. Now henna is widespread all over the world and is in great demand.
For those who have never dealt with henna, let us explain - this is a powder that is obtained from the herb Lavsonia Enermis. In its composition, henna contains many vitamins and essential oil.
Henna has a beneficial effect on hair:
- It does not restore it from the inside, but envelops it from the outside, creating a protective film on the surface. This helps the hair to become stronger, thicker and more beautiful.
- In addition to the fact that henna heals hair, it also protects it from the effects of high temperatures.
- Henna heals the scalp. The high content of emodin relieves dandruff and strengthens the hair at the root.
- It helps to get rid of the problem with oily hair.
- It is a hypoallergenic agent.
- Stimulates hair growth.
- Thanks to its enveloping effect, it helps to solve the problem of split ends.
Colorless henna has all the same properties as dye. The only difference is that for the manufacture of colorless henna, the stem of the plant is used, while for the dyeing leaves, which contain the pigment, are taken.
Since colorless henna does not stain and does not give any shade, it can be easily used by all girls, regardless of hair color.
Henna harm to hair
Henna is harmless for hair. However, when starting to use it, you should consider several facts:
- since henna dries hair, it is worth using it very carefully, especially for those who have problems with dry hair;
- henna cannot be mixed with ordinary paint;
- you cannot use henna too often, in large quantities it will not protect the hair, but destroy it.
Colorless henna masks
Before you start treating hair with henna masks, you should consider the following:
- for oily hair, masks are done twice a week;
- at normal times a week;
- with dry, no more than once a month.
Option 1
You required:
- henna colorless 100 g;
- boiling water 300 ml.
Preparation: pour boiling water over henna powder, mix thoroughly. Let the mixture cool slightly and can be applied to hair.
Option 2
You will need:
- henna colorless 50 g;
- olive oil 50 ml;
- a few drops of your favorite essential oil.
Preparation:
- The first step is to mix the henna with oils.
- Pour boiling water over the resulting mixture and let it cool slightly.
- Warm henna apply to hair and leave for half an hour.
Option 3
You will need:
- henna colorless 100 g;
- boiling water 300 ml;
- almond oil tsp;
- Dimexide st.l ..
Preparation:
- Pour boiling water over henna, stir and let cool slightly.
- Add almond oil and Dimexide to the resulting warm gruel. Stir.
- Apply the mixture to your head, remove under a hat or bag for an hour.
Option 4
You will need:
- dry nettle (you can take a pharmacy) 100 g;
- henna colorless 200 g;
- mustard powder 2 tsp;
- boiling water 100 ml.
Preparation:
- Mix henna, nettle and mustard powder.
- Pour boiling water over the composition and mix.
- Let the mixture cool slightly and can be applied to hair for 30 minutes.
Option 5
For cooking you will need:
- kefir 100 ml;
- henna natural colorless 2 tbsp ..
Preparation: Pour kefir over henna and leave to infuse for five minutes. Kefir must first be slightly warmed up. The mask is applied along the entire length hair and left for twenty minutes.
