Leaving the hair mask on for hours would do no good and here’s why

Whether it’s reviving the color, nourishing the ends, smoothing frizz or regulating the fiber… Using a hair mask is always a good idea. Generally more concentrated in active ingredients than conditioner, this product contains a real boost of benefits for the hair fiber. Provided of course you know how to use it correctly. And if in the collective imagination it is common to think that the longer you leave the mask on the better, The reality is quite different.

Respect the application time: a gesture that improves the health of the hair

Between 15 and 45 minutes maximum. This is the duration of application recommended by experts so that a mask can take effect without damaging the hair. Although this time may seem short, leaving the mask on for too long can have consequences for the health of your hair. Accumulation of residues, dehydration, porosity and change in consistency… According to comments reported by Marie-France by Isfahan Chambers Harris, trichologist, “Your hair may even become weaker, irritated or even more sensitive” when the exposure time is not respected…

Why are such effects observed?

Just because the hair fiber becomes much more sensitive and susceptible to attack when it is damp or completely wet. The reason is simple: when you apply a mask, the scales open up and when you leave it on for too long, the latter do not close properly, causing a significant loss of hydration. Result? Hair becomes porous. So that this phenomenon is not observedit is important to respect the application times, rinse the mask correctly and finish the wash with a jet of warm/cold water to close the scales. A gesture that clearly makes a difference to the shine, softness and general health of the hair.