24 Dec Deep Conditioner vs. Hair Mask: What’s the Difference?
How do you determine if a deep conditioner or mask is right for you? Here are a few tips:
Do they all mean the same thing? Do certain labels imply its purpose? These three terms imply that an intense interaction is occurring between the chosen product and your hair. Looking closely at each name or label, gives a glimpse of their potential meanings.
- Treatment – an application of remedies, or an intervention for a matter. Such as treatment for an addiction or other medical treatment.
- Deep Conditioner – a substance or cosmetic, applied to something to improve its condition.
When referencing the hair, you could infer that a hair masque conceals damage, weakness, and other inconsistencies regarding the integrity of the hair. A treatment implies the presence of a problem; the treatment therefore acts as the solution or intermediary. The definition for deep conditioner improves the current condition of the hair.
Hair masks are just as beneficial, if not more so, than regular conditioners. Unlike a typical conditioner that rests on the surface of a strand, a hair mask works its way inside the hair cuticle. While the products boast repairing hair damage, regular application of a hair mask can “impart shine, help with manageability and work to nourish the cuticle,”
On the other hand, Deep Masque’s are a professional product. Salons can benefit from using it after a hair treatment to cool down the hair. Additionally, our masque’s will put the keratin and vitamins lost back into the hair follicles that a lot of hair treatment processes compromise when the use of hot salon equipment like Flat Irons, Hot hair dryers, etc.
In order to know your hair mask needs, you must know your hair type.
For dry or wavy/curly hair that tends to frizz, We recommended masks that are intensely moisturizing. For thinner or flatter hair types, to masks with proteins to add strength.
Even though there are different hair masks for different hair types and textures, you should really read the ingredients label.
Keratin Cure Gold & Honey Deep Masque, GPC Silk Protein Masque and BTX Deep Masque are very hydrating but lightweight and great for finer hair types. Keratin Cure Chocolate Deep Masque has jojoba oil (best for fragile, dry ends and highlighted hair) all have oils derived from Vitamin B5 that binds with water molecules to moisturize dehydrated hair.
We favor argan oil for its nourishing and moisturizing properties that leave hair healthy, smooth and shiny, as well as these three ingredients:
Wheat proteins — aids penetration and helps prevent breakage; great for any hair type and particularly finer textures.
Keratin — increases the strength of the hair and protects from heat; best for damaged hair due to heat styling tools.
Mel Extracts: A natural humectant, honey attracts moisture. It’s also full of antioxidants and nutrients to feed hair follicles that house the live part of hair, encouraging hair growth
Our latest creation is that we have thought of Children! Cure Kids Wow Masquerade is a deep conditioner for kids. Check it out!
Do-it-yourself hair masks really work but it depends on the concoction.
Hair masks are all about moisture and there are plenty of Beauty Cosmetica ingredients are formulated to bring you excellence.
To get optimal results, this is how you should apply hair masks:
First, shampoo as you normally would. Warm water opens up the cuticles on your hair. This allows the mask to penetrate into the hair’s structure (a regular conditioner only tends to sit on the outside of your hair.
Then towel-dry hair and choose the best hair mask for your needs. Spread the product evenly onto locks, from roots to ends, and comb through with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb. Those with flat and fine hair types should apply masks to the ends to avoid weighing the hair down.
For maximum benefits, leave hair masks on for 20-30 minutes and covering your head with a warm towel. If hair is extremely damaged, try leaving it on overnight. To remove, rinse with cool water and re-shampoo/condition.
In need of hair mask recommendations? Use: Keratin Cure Gold & Honey, Chocolate Max, BTX, Gold Protein Cure
What is the difference between all of these? Each have hand picked ingredients which are explained on their individual pages. Choose the right one for your hair, and your fragrance preference 🙂
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