Protein rich hair masks are known to help in strengthening the tresses and repairing the damaged hair. They work by fortifying the hair strands and nourishing the hair follicles. The homemade protein packs are especially effective in diminishing hair breakage when the hair is mildly damaged. Regardless of the type of hair and extent of damage, a protein rich hair pack can be applied at least once a week to enhance the health of the hair. In addition to a protein rich component, the hair pack contains moisturizing ingredients that keeps the hair soft and smooth and minimizes damage. Instead of spending your money on expensive protein hair treatment offered in the salons, you can pamper and nourish your tresses with homemade protein rich hair masks at the comforts of your home. With edible ingredients available in your pantry you can prepare amazing hair masks.
The egg and yogurt hair mask works wonders for the damaged locks that had lost their sheen. Both egg and yogurt are powerhouses of protein. To prepare the hair mask, you will need two egg yolks and the white of an egg and eight ounces of plain whole milk yogurt. Beat together the egg yolks, egg white and the yogurt until you get a smooth mixture. Apply the mixture on damp shampooed hair. Cover the hair with a warm towel. Leave it on for 20 minutes. Wash off the mixture with cool water.[1]
Mayonnaise contains egg protein that helps in nourishing the tresses. For soft and silky hair, apply a mayonnaise hair pack. Mix half of a cup of homemade mayonnaise with two teaspoons of lemon juice and half of a mashed avocado pulp. On clean damp hair, apply the mixture and cover your hair with a shower cap. Leave it on for 15 minutes. Thoroughly wash off the mixture with cool water and shampoo your hair.[2]
The dry and damaged hair needs deep conditioning to regain the healthy texture. Apart from being a source of protein, yogurt contains milk fats that help in conditioning the dry locks. Honey acts as humectant. It traps moisture in the hair shafts. Therefore, a yogurt and honey hair pack is ideal for the dry and damaged hair. For additional nourishment, you can add banana and almond oil to the hair pack. Mash a ripe banana and mix it with 25 ml honey, 25 ml plain yogurt and 12.5 ml almond oil. Apply the mixture on wet shampooed hair. Wrap your hair with a towel or shower cap. Wait for 30 minutes. Rinse off the mixture.[3]
You can also nourish your hair with protein rich milk hair mask. Mash one overripe avocado and mix it with ¼-cup rolled oat. Add a cup of milk and 1/8-cup olive oil. You can add up to ¼-cup of olive oil if your hair is excessively dry or damaged. Mix the ingredients well until smooth. Coat the mixture on damp shampooed hair. Leave it on for 30 minutes. Wash off the mixture from your hair with lukewarm water. To seal the cuticles, use cool water as final rinse.[4]
Egg white is loaded with protein. It keeps the hair hydrated. Avocado contains fats and vitamins that nourish and moisturize the hair. Mix an egg white with mashed avocado. Cover damp clean hair with the paste. Let the mixture sit on the hair for 10 minutes. Rinse with cool water.[5]
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