The best hair masks for a salon-worthy treatment at home
by Telegraph BeautyWith social distancing having drastically altered our daily lives, trips to our favourite restaurants and bars have become non-existent, so too have our ritualistic visits to beauty salons and clinics.
But while many of us are spending more time indoors with the temperature rising outdoors, our hair is beginning to feel sapped and in need of some much-needed TLC. Granted, we can't currently go to our trusted salons for deep conditioning hair treatments, however masks are the best at-home method of injecting some hydration back into your tresses.
Though it may have previously seemed hard to find the time to add a mask to your busy weekly routine, given the 20 minute wait time, with our current work from home culture, a mask can now be plonked on any day or time of the week, whilst replying to emails or even when on a conference call.
The improvement it can make to our hair health makes masks a worthy investment and, you'd be hard pressed to find a hairstylist who doesn't recommend regular masking. Here are the hair transforming masks that are worth your time and money...
The best hair mask for fine hair
Leonor Greyl Nourishing Treatment Mask, £38.50
Admittedly this is expensive, but trust us, the formula is game-changing and a little goes a long way. If you’ve got finer hair and have always been wary of masks as they always leave your tresses feeling lank and greasy, this will change your opinion. The creamy texture helps to soften and smooth out mid-lengths and ends, even ones that are seriously dry and splitting.
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The best hair mask for afro hair
Shea Moisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Treatment Masque, £12.99
With key nourishers like shea butter and coconut oil at its core, this deeply hydrating mask quickly works to moisturise the hair and scalp, while nutrient-rich Jamaican black castor oil helps to strengthen the hair and promote natural growth by supporting hair elasticity.
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The best hair mask for coloured hair
Shu Uemura Art of Hair Colustre Masque, £34.40
A couple of weeks after you’ve coloured your hair it can start to feel dry and look dull. This sulphate-free mask has been specially formulated to nourish your hair and reduce colour fading. Plus, it smells divine.
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The best budget hair treatment
Dove Self-Warming Hair Mask, £1.90
This self-heating formula has been around for years, but if you're in need of serious hydration, it’s second to none. It works on all hair types, but we recommend you only use it once a week as it is a rich formula. It’s also quite tricky to track down, so if you like it, buy in bulk.
The best multi-tasking treatment for hair
If you hate the thick, gloopy consistency of a mask, then it’s worth looking into hair oils. This one is particularly good and can be used on dry hair as a pre-shampoo treatment or to smooth and nourish hair after washing. There’s also a lighter formula for finer hair types, as well as a travel-size bottle.
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The best hair mask for frizzy hair
Redken Frizz Dismiss Mask, £24.70
Impressively, this mask suits all hair types as it’s surprisingly lightweight. This is an important point as frizz affects fine and thick hair equally. While you don’t have to, we recommend leaving it on mid-lengths and ends for at least three minutes for the best results.
The best travel-friendly hair mask
Aussie 3-Minute Miracle Reconstructor Deep Conditioner, £3.33
This mask might not be new, but it’s still one of the best out there. The formula is quite thick, so those with finer hair should only use it on your ends. It’s perfect for holidays and rejuvenates hair after a day spent at the beach or by the pool. Not only does it come in a sachet, but it’s less than a pound.