Hair Mask: how long do you have to leave them on? Surely you have already heard about the benefits of masks. However, there is a question that continues to linger: how long do you have to let it act? One night, one hour, one minute? Jean Louis David explains it to you.
It is likely that you have already been told that the longer you let the hair mask act, the better the result will be. In fact, some home remedies recommend letting it sit overnight. However, the experts are clear: after 30 minutes the hair becomes saturated and stops absorbing the treatment. For the rest, it is the state of your hair that will determine how long the mask will act, regardless of the properties of the product.
Normal and healthy hair: between 5 and 10 minutes
If your hair gives off vitality, it is not necessary to maintain the treatment for a long time. In fact, the active ingredients in the masks will quickly penetrate the hair fiber because they will not need to satisfy too many needs. In this case, apply the mask to the ends and half ends, leave it to act for 5 to 10 minutes. Clear it up later.
Dry and damaged hair: between 20 and 30 minutes
Is your mane dull, rough and brittle? Otherwise, you will have to wait for the nutrients to quench your hair’s thirst. Plan between 20 and 30 minutes of rest, the time necessary for the gaps in the hair fiber to be well impregnated with the product.
