14 of the best masks for damaged hair
2 Nov 2018 7:06 AM |
Posted by
bh's Zoe Walker Ahwa
Lathering on a nourishing hair mask is an effective way to treat damaged hair, with something for every condition. A savvy summer tip? Apply your favourite mask while reading by the pool or relaxing at the beach – leaving a mask on for 20 minutes before taking a dip totally transforms dry, brittle ends, and it’s also perfect for repairing summer damage from UV and chlorine.
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Christophe Robin Cleansing Mask with Lemon, $65, from Ines Store.
This cult favourite offers a three-in-one treatment: cleansing, exfoliating and hydrating. Extracts of lemon zest, St. John’s wort and chamomile help retain any colour, while lemon peel seals hair cuticles – plus, it’s detergent-free.
L’Occitane Aromachologie Repairing Mask, $40.
Part of a wider repairing range, this thick, creamy mask has sweet almond oil and Shea butter for repairing damaged hair - and five aromatic essential oils.
Schwarzkopf Extra Care Hair Repair Supreme Length Intensive Mask, $12.
Specifically targeting the damage that can occur in long hair, this new treatment features micro-repair lipids, keratin serum and peony essence to help with breakage and dry or split ends.
Garnier Fructis Hair Food, $14.
With four fruity ‘flavours’ – like repairing papaya – this versatile new treatment can be used as a conditioner, a one-minute mask or leave-in product to help with winter frizz.
Matrix Total Results Miracle Creator Multi-Tasking Hair Mask, $5 each.
Available in a handy sachet, this fast 60 second mask is ideal for those without a lot of time – or to have on hand to nourish and strengthen hair while travelling.
Grounded Pina Colada Hair Mask, $24.99, from Life Pharmacy.
Immediately awarded 10 points for smelling like a fruity cocktail, this option features argan, coconut, avocado and grapeseed oils for shine, and coffee oil for a caffeinated boost.
Evo Mane Attention Protein Treatment, $39.50.
Focusing on repair rather than hydration, Evo’s mask is for very weak hair – a protein re-constructor helps strengthen and prevent breakage.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo, $15, from Life Pharmacy.
We all know the moisturising power of argan oil, and this is an easy, affordable option that works. The lightweight formula helps strengthen hair, leaving it soft and smooth.
R+Co Palm Springs Pre-Shampoo Treatment Mask, $48.
Slightly different to traditional hair masks, this lightweight mousse is applied to dry hair before washing. It smells dreamy too – think Sicilian lemon, tangerine, eucalyptus and green tea.
Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Night Cap Overnight Perfector, $46, from Mecca.
A great treatment for those who get bored waiting, apply this mask before bed after washing hair and wake up to shiny, soft hair. It aims to last for up to five shampoos, and is fast absorbing – so safe for your pillow.
Weleda Rosemary Revitalising Hair Tonic, $21.
Focusing on the roots of the hair, this non-oily, vegan-friendly treatment for use on wet or dry hair – with refreshing rosemary oil and extracts of stonecrop and horseradish leaves – is made to be massaged into the scalp and not rinsed.
O&M Seven Day Miracle Mask, $36.
Made from O&M’s signature blend of organic coconut and macadamia oils, quandong and desert lime extracts, shea butter and sweet almond oil, this mask is best left on for 10 minutes for an intensive treatment.
Redken All Soft Mega Mask, $48.
Like a tall glass of water for very coarse hair, this treatment features two formulas in one – it conditions and also acts like a care extender that lasts up to three washes.
Moroccanoil Mending Infusion, $72.
More a styling agent than a treatment, this argan-oil infused serum will become a winter go-to. Applied as a finisher to dry hair, it conceals split ends and will smooth any flyaways too.
Do you have a favourite hair mask?
4 Member Comments
8 Mar 2019 10:35 AM
There's a few here I want to try. I love Living proof perfect hair day products - haven't tried the overnight perfector.
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2 Feb 2019 6:51 PM
No fave yet. Want to try them all. So far the richest ever I've used has been Balmain one.
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29 Dec 2018 12:22 PM
I have used Fructis and really love the condition of my hair plus the price is so reasonable
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10 Dec 2018 5:02 PM
I straighten my hair alot so was interesting finding simple ways to undamaged my hair
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