Summer is not kind with dry and damaged hair. Abused by the wind, UV rays, even salt water and chlorine, the hair fiber gradually weakens. The key is a feel that is sometimes close to straw and thinner lengths. While there is no magic bullet to repair split ends, moisturizing and nourishing the hair before it breaks can make all the difference. At home, you can concoct a natural moisturizing hair mask with yogurt, or even a nourishing treatment with egg and jojoba oil.
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But on vacation, we prefer conditioners and masks available on the market, which are easier to slip into the suitcase. And among those we tested on fine, dry hair in writing, 3 proved to be particularly effective.
Like a Virgin Coco & Eve Leave-In Moisturizer and Detangler
17,265 people were on the waiting list for the launch of this treatment. Inviting itself in the Like a Virgin hair range from Coco & Eve, it notably joins the Elixir Miracle, a multi-purpose oil, to the delight of fans of the Balinese brand.
Filled with moisturizing and nourishing active ingredients, it has been formulated to detangle the hair, protect it and facilitate its styling, without using silicone. Among its key ingredients are proven active ingredients: moisturizing coconut, protective rice proteins and nourishing and softening avocado oil. They are associated with the antioxidant Moringa seeds, which protect the hair from damage linked to UV rays.
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Our opinion on Like a Virgin Coco & Eve Moisturizing and Detangling Leave-in Care
An enticing composition… and damn effective. The melting texture of the Coco & Eve leave-in treatment easily penetrates the fiber (dry or wet). Immediately, the hair is less rough, easier to detangle and has less frizz. After several uses, they seem less dry, softer and gain in tone.
How to use it
Apply 1 to 4 pumps to damp or dry hair. Can be used daily.
Like a Virgin Leave-In Moisturizing and Detangling Care, Coco & Eve, €22 for 150 ml
On sale on cocoandeve.com, sephora.fr, niche-beauty.com…
Nat & Nove Bio Nourishing Mask
Formulated for very dry, curly or frizzy hair, this mask might not be recommended for fine hair. Yet, despite its high content of nourishing coconut oil – the first active ingredient in its composition – it regenerates the fiber without greasing or weighing it down.
The key ingredient in its formula certified organic by Cosmebio at 99% natural origin? Organic marshmallow root extract. Well known to DIY natural beauty enthusiasts – we find it, for example, in this homemade solid hair mask recipe) – this active ingredient is full of virtues. Moisturizing, sheathing and detangling, it makes hair softer and shinier.
Our opinion on the Nat & Nove Bio Nourishing Mask
No doubt, the efficiency is there. Easy to apply then rinse, the mask does not stick to the hair fiber, even when applying a large amount. After drying, the hair looks stronger, more toned and thicker without losing volume.
How to use it
Leave on for 5 minutes on damp lengths and ends. The mask can also be used as a day cream, applying a small amount to dry ends.
Nourishing mask, Nat & Nove Bio, €7.95 for 300 ml
On sale in supermarkets and supermarkets, in pharmacies and on the Internet (nocibe.fr, atida.fr…)
Aveda Sun Care After Sun Hair Mask
Ideal after the pool or the beach, this mask has been formulated specifically to strengthen and protect hair exposed to the sun. His particuliarity ? It applies to the entire hair, from roots to ends. Composed of 90% ingredients of natural origin, it highlights butters and nourishing vegetable oils (shea, coconut, Tamanu, palm).
It also contains morikue™ protein, which restores sun-weakened hair, and a blend of natural antioxidants (green tea, vitamin E and sunflower oil).
Finally, it protects the fiber from UV rays thanks to natural sunscreens, derived from cinnamon bark and wintergreen.
Our opinion on the Aveda Sun Care After-Sun Hair Mask
Nourishing, but not weighing down, protective, but not greasy, it is particularly pleasant to use thanks to its light and easy-to-rinse texture. It makes the hair very soft, shiny and strengthens it without leaving a deposit on the lengths such as the scalp. We used it every day for a week, after swimming in the sea and it perfectly protected our hair fiber.
How to use it
Apply the mask from roots to ends on damp hair and leave on for 2 to 5 minutes.
Sun Care After-Sun Hair Mask, Aveda, €34 for 125 ml
On sale in Aveda salons and on the Internet (aveda.eu, my-origins.com, ba-eshop.com…)
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