Re: Hair Masks

deb5555 · ‎03-21-2010

I use 3 tbsp evoo mixed with 3 tbsp honey for a hair mask, leave on for 10 minutes and wash it out, you will be amazed! Highly recommened.

SeaMaiden · ‎03-10-2010

@deb5555 wrote:
I use 3 tbsp evoo mixed with 3 tbsp honey for a hair mask, leave on for 10 minutes and wash it out, you will be amazed! Highly recommened.

@deb5555 What is evoo?

deb5555 · ‎03-21-2010

extra virgin olive oil evoo

Katcat1 · ‎07-21-2011

@lavendar The directions I read on a couple of different hair masks did NOT call for a heat cap.

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Reever · ‎03-14-2010

I used to use Tova's hair masque ordered from her salon in Beverly Hills. Sadly she has not offered that product in decades. I have never found anything with the scent or consistency that rivaled Tova's masque.

Mellyg · ‎03-16-2020

@Katcat1 wrote:
@Mellyg Thanks for your informative reply. It's good to know that the hair mask does help and what it actually does to the hair. I use a Scalp Scrub by Nexxus once a week sometimes every 2 weeks to really clean up any build up on hair and scalp.

I'm so happy to pass along what has/has not worked for me! I use scalp scrubs, as well. I haven't tried the Nexxus one, but heard good things about it. I did try the Drunk Elephant scalp scrub, it's on the pricier side and I (personally wasn't impressed). I've really been happy with "Not Your Mothers" brand Charcol and Bamboo scrub.

I haven't used a heat cap (although in my dream world I'd have a hooded steamer, like at a salon, lol). But since that sent my reality, I use a disposable plastic cap (over the mask) and layer on top of the cap a twisty turban. Although I'm sure any fabric will do. It's partially to help keep the cap in place and for added insulation to trap the heat.

A few other things that I've tried and has really helped the overall health of my hair is a silk pillowcase. My hair (was) the length of mid back and curly.... which = horrible tangling and prone to dryness. I've been using one for a few years and it helps with moisture and extends the length of a blow out (as I don't wash everyday).

The stress of 2020 and my age started to do a number on my hair the past few months. I started to wear a silk turban around the house, that has helped, too!

Also, water makes such a noticeable difference, we have 2 homes. One with well water, but a softener throughout. Yet for whatever reason, the ph level of my hair doesn't agree with the water. I've had horrible shedding as a result. I rinse my hair with bottle water mixed with a few tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, that has really helped.

Mellyg · ‎03-16-2020

@wilma wrote:
I haven’t used a deep conditioner in a long time. I use regular conditioner every time I shampoo. Lately, I’ve been thinking I need something more. I’ve noticed my hair looks drier after shampooing & blowing dry. I always use heat protectant before blow drying. Never had a problem until recently. Maybe it’s age - hair changes after menopause?

My hair has been having issues (apparently it's common with any hormonal change/stress). I was joking about how the back of my hair was like a V shape because the ends weren't growing and dead. I've been using Kevin Murphy Young Again oil. I run a pump of it through my ends in the morning and before bed (or before brushing my hair). It is a wonderful oil (for me, anyways); it doesn't weigh my hair down or look greasy. It can be used on wet or dry hair (which was important for me). It is on the pricier side ($30 range for a bottle). But..... it's very concentrated and a bottle did last me well over 6 months (with long thick hair)!