Natural properties of mustard as a medicinal product
Mustard powder contains such micro- andmacroelements such as iron, potassium, calcium, sodium, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamins A, E, B1 and B2, beta-carotene, mono- and disaccharides, and a small amount of organic acids. It is still unknown whether we are able to receive these substances through the pores of the skin, but mustard itself has an irritating, distracting and bactericidal effect. Due to these properties, the mustard mask is used against hair loss. Irritating the scalp, it increases the blood flow to the roots and thereby activates the "dormant" hair follicles.
For beauty and health of hair
One of the main problems we facewe are faced with - hair falls out and loses its vitality. Of course, hair loss can be caused by various reasons, starting from the health of the whole organism. But we often have to use a hair dryer, sit for a long time in rooms with dry air, and how much dust and dirt settles on the hair, you just have to walk down the street! And if the hair begins to treacherously fall out, then you simply cannot do without masks. A mustard mask is suitable for these purposes like no other. In what cases is it recommended to use mustard masks?
- restoration of hair growth;
- prevention of hair loss;
- nutrition and root strengthening;
- improvement of the circulation of the scalp;
- blood supply of roots;
- awakening of inactive hair follicles, increased hair growth;
- giving a healthy shine to the hair.
Cases of using mustard mask
A mask with mustard can be used for anyhair, since the main role of mustard is to prevent hair loss, awaken, irritate and activate the "sleeping" bulbs - follicles. First of all, it should be noted that the mustard mask should be applied to unwashed, dry hair. Mustard powder is an excellent natural emulsifier, it perfectly dissolves fat, giving hair a natural shine. Hence the following recommendations for using the mask:
- For dry hair - no more than once every 10-14 days.
- For normal people, once a week is enough.
- For oily skin - once every 5 days, or twice a week.
Ingredients that make up the miracle mask
The simplest composition of a mustard mask is dry powder and warm water in equal proportions. The classic mask recipe (two spoons recipe):
- 2 tablespoons mustard;
- 2 tablespoons water;
- 2 tablespoons of fatty oil, ideally burdock, castor, linseed. Or any vegetable - olive, sunflower;
- 2 teaspoons of sugar.
All this is thoroughly mixed in a glass orceramic cup and gently apply to the scalp along the partings. In any case, even in small quantities, the mixture will get on the hair, so to avoid drying and burning with a mustard mask, it is recommended to pre-lubricate the ends with any fatty oil. In any case, there will be no harm from this, the benefit is obvious. If desired, you can add a yolk. If you are a supporter of plant foods or simply do not have eggs at home, this is not a problem. At home you can always find a couple of spoons of kefir, yogurt or any other fermented milk product, cream, juice of half a lemon or a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar. You can add a couple of drops of essential oils. Sugar can be replaced with honey. Only by trying and experimenting can you determine the optimal composition of the mask.
- Egg yolk, due to the fats contained in it, moisturizes the hair, prevents loss and formation of dandruff. With increased fat content, egg yolk can be added instead of yolk.
- Honey makes hair smooth and shiny, nourishes, fills them with vitality.
- Kefir and fermented milk products are a wonderful way to moisturize normal, dry, damaged and dyed hair. Mayonnaise is very good.
- Aloe juice, soaked black bread is also effective with a tendency to fat.
- Lemon juice adds softness and shine and can beboth added to masks and used for rinsing hair. Used primarily for oily hair, in combination with oil - for dry and normal hair.
- Essential oils that can be contained in masks:
- Calamus, bergamot, geranium, lavender, cedar, spruce, juniper, tea tree, eucalyptus - strengthens hair, excellent anti-dandruff agents.
- Bitter orange, grapefruit - are used against hair loss and baldness.
- Basil gives hair a vibrant shine.
- Ylang-ylang is used to restore thin, damaged hair.
- Cinnamon, myrrh - like mustard powder, enhance hair growth, awaken "sleeping" hair follicles.
- Patchouli, lemon balm - suitable for oily hair, give it freshness.
There are different opinions on the mattertemperature of the water with which the mask is diluted. The higher the water temperature, the stronger the release of mustard phytoncides, in this case it is allyl mustard oil. It is included in the composition of lotions for hair treatment, and it is what causes skin irritation. Therefore, the more sensitive the scalp, the lower the water temperature should be, so it is better to dilute with warm water rather than hot. You can reduce the amount of sugar to one teaspoon, since sugar enhances the "burning" properties of mustard.
Periodicity and time of use of the mask
After applying the mask to your scalp,Try to cover your head tightly with a film, it can be a shower or swimming cap. If you don’t have a cap, take a clean plastic bag and cut one side along the seam. You will get something like a hood. Then you need to put a warm hat on the plastic or wrap a towel around it. It is recommended to keep the mask on for 15 minutes to 1 hour. If you are trying the mask for the first time, the minimum time is enough, then you can see how it feels. Some people note that their head is so hot and burning that sometimes it seems like their hair is about to fall out, but you shouldn’t be afraid of this. Beauty requires sacrifice, and you can endure 15 minutes. If it gets really bad, of course, run to the bathroom and wash it off, even in a short time the miraculous mustard brings benefits. If a large amount of hair falls out, the curls have lost their vitality, have become dull, weak, and you have decided to do a full treatment, be prepared for the fact that in order to get the desired effect, you will have to do masks for at least 3-6 months. Of course, the result will not be visible immediately, but after this time you will be able to boast of beautiful, healthy, strong curls.
Flush the mask properly
The mask is washed off with comfortable running water.temperature, massaging the scalp with your fingers. Then you just need to wash your hair with your usual shampoo. It is advisable not to pour the shampoo directly onto your head, but to lather it up a little in your hand or some other container. At the end, it would be good to apply a balm or growth activator. You can additionally rinse your head and hair with a herbal decoction. These can be nettle, rosemary, birch leaf, plantain, coltsfoot. Burdock, oak bark, sage are great for oily hair, chamomile - for dry, light hair. Precautions The mask should be applied only to healthy and undamaged scalp. If you have sensitive skin or a tendency to allergies, it is better to take the time and first apply a little of the resulting gruel to your wrist or elbow. The mustard mask affects different types of hair differently. For some, hair is restored immediately and begins to grow quickly. Some people have hair loss so much that it seems that the mask, on the contrary, causes baldness. It is important to remember that we lose hair every day, that is how nature works. And, by causing irritation, mustard can even increase hair loss. Then, over time, the so-called "undercoat" appears, which with further use of the mask turns into beautiful, thick hair. In any case, many notice that if a lot of hair fell out before, then after repeated use of this mask, the amount of hair loss decreased significantly. It may also happen that the mask is not suitable at all, then you can apply masks without mustard, with the addition of yeast, soaked black bread, tea or herbs.
And finally ...
There are many different opinions abouteffectiveness of the mustard mask, but despite everything, this wonderful mask is extremely popular. Of course, there are no universal remedies that suit everyone without exception, but if you "like" the magic mustard mask, it is enough to spend 15-20 minutes a week on hair health. Mustard mask is a great alternative to those masks that are sold in stores.
- It does not require a lot of time to manufacture it.
- Mustard powder is inexpensive, and enough for a long time.
- In the refrigerator there is always an egg or a couple of spoons of kefir, sour cream, cream, sunflower oil.
- Mustard mask is quite effective in the strength of its impact.
Mustard powder will serve you well incold days of winter. When you have a cold, it is useful to sprinkle it into socks, make applications on your chest. And as a preventive measure and a cosmetic product, you can take a bath, having previously dissolved 2-3 tablespoons of mustard powder in it. And then not only your hair, but also your skin will become silky and smooth, and your sleep will be serene and deep, like a child's.
