Burdock hair mask

Hair, weakened by stress, poor environment and age-related changes need regular care. Of all the numerous care products, we know the burdock oil well since childhood, because even our grandmothers resorted to it in the fight against excessive loss and to make the hair shine and glow.

Hot burdock mask is a well-known and time-tested universal cosmetic product that is useful for hair of any type. It is rich in vitamins A, B, C and E, beneficial trace elements, calcium and iron. Also present in it are stearic and palminic acids and natural inulin. Therefore, it “revives” dry hair, making it silky and shiny. Inulin is considered a natural conditioner, it greatly facilitates the process of combing and gives hair strength and elasticity.

In addition, burdock oil is one of the most affordable products. You can buy it at any pharmacy at a very low cost.

Before using, burdock oil should be slightly warmed to a temperature slightly above room temperature, but not more than 40 degrees. Apply should be on unwashed hair, starting from the roots on the parting is easy massaging movements, and then spread over the entire length using a flat comb with rare teeth. After applying the hair should be removed under a plastic cap and wrap a warm towel.

For dry hair, you can use a burdock mask quite often - 1-2 times a week. For fatty and for prevention, it is enough 1 time in 10 days.

It is quite long to extract burdock oil from burdock felt (or burdock) process - it takes about a month. But now it is almost not necessary, since many manufacturers of cosmetics are engaged in the release of high-quality, well-purified oil.

"Grandma Agafya's Recipes". This company produces 100% natural product for effective restoration of fragile, dry, damaged and weak hair. In addition to the burdock, the extract includes Siberian cedar, white currant and bear berries (bearberry).

"Fito Cosmetics". The tool from this brand promises to completely stop the loss and stimulate the growth of new, strong and healthy hair. The composition is supplemented with extracts of sea buckthorn, Hypericum and nettle. It has a short application time - the maximum effect should occur in 15 minutes.

Dr. Bio produces burdock oil that effectively fights hair loss and damage. Reduces brittleness, enhances growth and thickness. Does not contain parabens and artificial colors. It is recommended to keep no more than 30 minutes, use 2 times a week.

Floresan "Burdock". It offers an active agent with burdock oil and hot pepper, which prevents hair loss. For better rinsing, it is recommended to use the Burdock shampoo of the same series.

"Compliment Phyto care". Professional balm against hair loss from the company Compliment.The composition uses a decoction of chamomile, nettle and calendula, which effectively nourish and heal the scalp.

"Mirrolla". This manufacturer produces a whole series of nourishing burdock oils, supplemented with castor oil, vitamins A and E, nettle extracts and red pepper. Tea tree extract oil is effective for treating the scalp, eliminating dryness and itching.

Eveline Cosmetics. This company offers a bioactive burdock serum spray to activate hair growth, prevent hair loss, nourish and strengthen the roots and treat the scalp. The serum is enriched with vitamin C and supplemented with mineral oils and extracts of thyme and rosemary.

Beauty and Naturals. The company has created a ready-made mask "Healing Herbs" based on burdock oil. The tool is effective in the fight against loss, well nourishes and soothes the scalp, makes the roots strong, activates the growth of new hair.

Bielita-Vitex. The brand has created a revolutionary new tool, combining burdock oil with keratin protein. The resulting composition is designed to effectively care for thin, dry hair damaged from frequent stains. Prevents their loss, nourishes dry scalp. Keratin restores the structure, "sealing" the damaged areas, making the hair more durable and stress-resistant.

If you do not trust the purchased products and decide to prepare the oil yourself, then you will need:

• Dig up burdock root first year (September-October) or the second year before flowering (May-June), rinse it thoroughly, cut into small pieces and dry in the shade in a well-ventilated place. In the autumn, burdock of the first year can be distinguished by the absence of a high peduncle with dried flower heads in the rosette.
• Dried roots (15 g) put in a glass dish and pour 200 ml of boiling water, wrap a towel and let it brew for 15-20 minutes.
• Strain the infusion and squeeze cake through cheesecloth.
• Add 200 ml of sunflower or unrefined olive oil.
• Insist three weeks in a dark cool place, after use for two months.

Burdock oil itself is already a good treatment for hair, but to achieve a better and more comprehensive result, there are many popular recipes for masks from several components.

• From a mixture of oils (well helps with hair loss and cross-section). Mix burdock and castor oil in a 2: 1 ratio, add 1/2 teaspoon of vitamins A and E (oil solution). Heat the mixture slightly, then rub into the scalp and distribute over the entire length of the hair, especially carefully brushing the tips. Keep under a warm towel for 1 hour, then rinse thoroughly with shampoo.
• With red pepper (to accelerate hair growth, strengthen and heal them). Mix 4 tablespoons of burdock (you can take 2 spoons of burdock and 2 castor) with 6-8 tablespoons of tincture of red pepper. Rub the mixture into the scalp and roots (prior to wetting the hair a little, but not washing, do not spread the mass over the entire length). Keep 40-60 minutes, after you wash your hair with shampoo. Apply no more than 1 time in 3-4 days.
• With honey and onions (helps accelerate hair growth). Mix together one tablespoon of any shampoo, warmed burdock oil, honey and onion juice. Carefully rub into the scalp, spread over the entire length of the curls. Keep under a warm towel for at least 2 hours.
• Mustard mask (to activate hair growth). In a small amount of warm water dilute 1 tablespoon of mustard powder until a homogeneous mass of medium consistency. Add 1 tablespoon of burdock oil and low-fat sour cream (if the roots are fat) or 2 spoons of butter and 1/2 tablespoon of homemade mayonnaise (if the hair is dry). Mix everything thoroughly. The resulting mass is rubbed gently on a little wet roots with unwashed hair, leave for 30-60 minutes, rinse with shampoo. Use 1-2 times a week.

For more recipes of burdock mask, see the video below.

According to numerous reviews that women leave about using masks of burdock oil, you can make one general conclusion - the tool is effective if you strictly follow the instructions for use indicated on the package. Otherwise, the opposite effect is often observed - when washing off and in the following days there is abundant hair loss. Often this happens if the mask is kept too long - it is left for 3-4 hours or even for the whole night, while the instructions indicate a time of 40-60 minutes, or applied along the entire length of the hair, when it is necessary to apply only on the roots.

But with the correct use of this tool, many women are very pleased with the result - after 1-2 months of regular use, the hair becomes more healthy, easy to comb, acquire volume and shine. In this case, it is sometimes noted that a strong hair loss after the first use of oil is associated with the renewal process, and soon after this, new hair actively begins to grow.