Is your hair dry, brittle or frizzy? A deeply moisturizing treatment prepared with mayonnaise could be helpful in restoring their health. Mayonnaise contains oil, eggs and other ingredients that nourish the hair. This inexpensive alternative to expensive perfumery products offers equally effective results, allowing you to regain the natural softness, silkiness and brightness of your hair.
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Using Pure Mayonnaise
Step 1. Use a classic mayonnaise
Unlike the light one, the classic mayonnaise contains all the ingredients necessary to make the hair soft and silky. The many additives found in low-fat mayonnaise could most likely do more harm than good to your hair. For an ideal result, choose a classic mayonnaise.
- Avoid flavored mayonnaise, such as with herbs or spices. In addition to having a peculiar smell, the extra components present in the product are not beneficial on the hair.
- If you want to opt for the best possible hair care product, choose a completely natural and organic mayonnaise. These mayonnaise varieties usually contain olive oil and other nourishing ingredients that are great for hair care.
Step 2. Measure the necessary mayonnaise
Use about 120ml of mayonnaise, the exact amount depends on the length of your hair. The amount of product used must be sufficient to cover them entirely, from the roots to the tips. Do not use too much, or you may have difficulty rinsing.
Step 3. Bring the mayonnaise to room temperature
Remove the mayonnaise from the refrigerator at least half an hour before using it, and allow it to reach room temperature. In this way, the oils contained within it will enter your hair follicles more easily and quickly.
Step 4. Moisten your hair with warm water
Thanks to this trick it will be easier to distribute the mayonnaise on the hair. Do not use shampoo or conditioner; just moisten them with hot water. When your hair is hot, the follicles open and allow the conditioner - or mayonnaise - to penetrate them.
Step 5. Massage the mayonnaise into your hair and scalp
Coat each strand with precision and focus especially on the tips. You may decide to use a wide-toothed comb to help distribute the product evenly.
- If you think you don't have enough mayonnaise to completely cover your hair, add an extra tablespoon or two.
- Apply a small amount of hot water to partially dilute the mayonnaise in case it forms annoying lumps on your hair.
Step 6. Cover your hair with a shower cap and leave the beauty mask on for an hour
Alternatively, you can use cling film or a normal bag. By trapping the body heat around the head, you will favor a better hydration of the hair by the mayonnaise. Leave the treatment on for at least 30 minutes and up to an hour, depending on the specific needs of your hair.
- If you don't have time for a full treatment, you can apply mayonnaise before showering. Wet your hair, apply mayonnaise, and let it sit for five minutes while you go about your normal shower routine. Finally, remove the beauty mask with the shampoo.
- For maximum possible benefits, you can leave the mayonnaise on overnight and rinse your hair the next morning.
Step 7. Wash your hair with shampoo
Remove the towel and cap from your hair and rinse the mayonnaise using hot water. Use just enough shampoo to remove the mayonnaise. The result should be soft, non-greasy hair.
Method 2 of 2: Make a Personalized Beauty Mask with Mayonnaise
Step 1. Make your own mayonnaise
Using ready-made mayonnaise is a convenient option, but it is also possible to make it at home using only all-natural ingredients. Only then will you know exactly what you are applying to your hair. A completely natural mayonnaise-based mask contains ingredients capable of nourishing the hair and is free of any preservatives. Here is the recipe:
- Mix 1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon of vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice in a small bowl.
- Incorporate 120ml of quality seed oil in a slow, steady stream as you blend with a whisk. Keep stirring until the mixture takes on the consistency of mayonnaise.
- Apply the mixture to your hair, cover it with a shower cap and let the beauty mask work for an hour before shampooing.
Step 2. Make a nourishing mayonnaise mask with milk and honey
By itself, mayonnaise is very effective in nourishing and moisturizing the hair, but adding milk and honey further improves the result. Milk and honey are two natural moisturizers, capable of leaving hair incredibly soft and silky. Use this mask if your hair needs major rehydration. Here's how to prepare it:
- Mix 120ml mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1 tablespoon of milk.
- Apply the mask to your hair, cover it with a shower cap and leave the treatment on for an hour before shampooing.
Step 3. Make a cleansing mayonnaise mask with vinegar or lemon juice
If your hair has recently become dull, you can choose to use a few extra ingredients that can purify it and restore its shine. Vinegar and lemon juice are both effective ingredients when you want to cleanse your hair. Here's how to make this mask:
- Mix 120ml mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon of vinegar (wine or apple) or 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Apply the mask to your hair, cover it with a shower cap and leave the treatment on for an hour before shampooing.
Step 4. Add egg white if you want your mask to help control frizz
The egg white promotes the reduction of frizz and dehydration of the hair, making it healthier and shinier. Mayonnaise usually contains egg yolks, and in this case you will combine them with egg whites to get the maximum anti-frizz benefits from the treatment. Here is the recipe:
- Separate an egg white from the yolk. Save the yolk for a different use.
- Mix the egg white with 120 ml of mayonnaise.
- Apply the mask to your hair, cover it with a shower cap and leave the treatment on for an hour before shampooing.
Advice
- If your hair is very damaged, let the mayonnaise work overnight. Protect your pillow to prevent it from getting stained and greasy while you sleep with any product spills, or make sure the coverage on your hair is watertight and long-lasting.
- Store any treatment leftovers in the refrigerator and bring them back to room temperature before use.
