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Alexey Portnov, medical expert
Last reviewed: 19.11.2021

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The mask for hair from salt is appreciated for its effectiveness and ease of preparation. Such masks have cleaning and absorbing properties. They perfectly restore the root structure of the hair and normalize the work of the sebaceous glands. In addition, hair masks from salt have a stimulating effect, since salt exfoliates dead skin cells and improves oxygen access to hair follicles. Thanks to this, the hair grows stronger, silky and looks healthier.

For a mask of salt for hair, you can use both sea and salt iodized salt. Preparation of the mask does not take much time. The easiest way to take advantage of the cosmetic effect of salt is to do a scalp peeling. For this, comb your hair well and divide it into proline. Now put salt on the head, note that the salt should be shallow, as large crystals of salt can damage the scalp. On top of the hair, wrap a plastic bag and wrap it with a towel. To wash off the mask is recommended after 20-30 minutes or as soon as a burning sensation appears. Let's look at a few recipes for hair masks from salt.

Mask for hair from sea salt

A hair mask made from sea salt is used to restore, nourish and strengthen hair. In addition to salt, the composition of the mask can include many other ingredients that give salt mask the effectiveness, and expand its capabilities. Masks for hair from sea salt are valued for the properties of salt. Since this main ingredient contains many micronutrients, which are well looked after both the scalp and the hair.

The simplest mask from sea salt for hair is prepared with the addition of an egg. Ingredients are mixed and carefully applied to the scalp and hair. The mask nourishes the hair, improves blood circulation, and is suitable for any type of hair. Let's look at the basic rules of using a mask for hair from sea salt.

For masks, only ground sea salt is used, since large crystals can damage the scalp.
The mask can be applied to the scalp only if there are no wounds, irritations and other painful sensations.
Use salt mask should not be more than twice a week. Since frequent use of the mask will make the hair dull and brittle.
To apply a salt mask it is possible only on damp hair and a damp skin of a head.
The use of masks for hair from sea salt should not exceed 10 procedures. After that, you need to take a break for a couple of months.

Strengthening mask of salt for hair

Take a glass jar and mix in it in equal proportions honey, crushed salt and cognac. The future mask should be sent to infuse for two weeks in a dark cool place. The mask is rubbed into the scalp and gently applied over the entire length of the hair. To wash off the mask not earlier than an hour after application.

Salt mask for hair growth and restoration of colored hair

Mix a spoonful of salt with yolk, a couple of kefir spoons and water. The mask should be applied neatly to the scalp and spread over the entire length of the hair. After that, wrap your head with polyethylene and a towel for 30-40 minutes.

Salt mask for hair growth

Take a ripe banana and rub it with a spoonful of salt (peel from the banana, too, use). The resulting gruel is applied to the hair, from above wrapped in polyethylene and a towel. The course of using the mask consists of 8-10 procedures (in a day), wash off the mask 30-40 minutes after application.

Nourishing mask from salt for hair

Spoon the salt with the egg and apply for 30-40 minutes on the hair. Rinse off with warm water. After the mask, it is recommended to wash your hair with shampoo, but without using an air conditioner.

Mask made of cognac, salt and honey

A mask made of cognac salt and honey is used to strengthen hair. The mask is appreciated for its ease of cooking and stunning effect from use. After such a mask, the hair becomes soft and silky. Cognac and honey included in the mask provide hair and nutrition strengthening. In addition, cognac perfectly warms the scalp, which stimulates blood circulation and improves hair growth. Masks from cognac salt and honey are suitable for solving the problem of hair loss, after staining or chemical wave.

To prepare a mask, take a liter jar and a tin cap. In the jar, pour a glass of salt, a glass of honey and the same amount of cognac. Stir the ingredients and leave for 14 days to infuse into a dark, cool place. Apply the mask to dirty hair for 40-60 minutes, wash off only with warm water. Such cosmetic procedures may be performed no more than twice a week.

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