After applying a hair mask, you should follow up by applying a hydrating conditioner to your hair.
While hair masks offer intense nourishment, they may not fully seal the hair cuticle like a conditioner does. The reference states, "While hair masks are highly nourishing, they may not provide enough conditioning alone. Always follow up with a hydrating conditioner to seal in moisture; it will leave your hair with a smooth, silky finish."
Here's a simple breakdown of how to use conditioner after a mask:
- Rinse Out the Mask: Thoroughly rinse the hair mask from your hair until the water runs clear and no residue remains.
- Apply Conditioner: Apply your regular hydrating conditioner, focusing on the mid-lengths and ends of your hair, avoiding the roots if your hair is fine or oily.
- Leave it On: According to the reference, "Leave the conditioner on for a couple of minutes." This allows it to work its magic, detangling and smoothing the hair.
- Rinse Thoroughly: "rinse it out thoroughly" with cool or lukewarm water until all the conditioner is removed. This helps seal the cuticle and adds shine.
Using conditioner after a mask helps to:
- Seal in the moisture and nutrients provided by the mask.
- Smooth the hair cuticle, reducing frizz and increasing shine.
- Make hair easier to detangle.
- Leave hair feeling soft and silky.
Think of the mask as the deep treatment and the conditioner as the final step to lock in the benefits and provide surface smoothing.
