Hair fluid is an irreplaceable assistant in the care of hair of any length. It doesn't matter if you want to grow your braid to the waist or just maintain the beauty of your hairstyle, it will handle any challenge. Let us analyze in detail what these means are, what to look for when choosing and how to use them correctly.
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Variety of leave-in products
More recently, women have only used for hair care shampoo and did not even know about the existence of balms, rinses and masks. Today, the choice of cosmetics is huge, and it is not easy to decide what exactly you will like. We advise you to go shopping, armed with knowledge of the topic or even a list of items that aroused interest.
So, all leave-in products can be divided into groups depending on the consistency and purpose. According to the first criterion, there are:
- oils;
- serum;
- creams;
- milk;
- sprays, misty;
- ampoule means.
Depending on the action taken, one can distinguish:
- protective (thermo-, sun-, against mechanical damage);
- moisturizing;
- nutritious;
- disciplining.
Here we will not consider styling products, only care cosmetics that make hair more manageable, smooth out unruly strands or texture curls. One fluid often combines several tasks.
On labels, you can often find the inscription "glues split ends". Unfortunately, this is physically impossible. If the section has already appeared, it's time to go to the hairdresser. However, competent regular care and a correct lifestyle keep the tips thick and soft for a long time.
Advice! Pay attention not so much to the name on the package, but to the composition and purpose. For example, under the word "spray" can be hidden a nourishing express conditioner, and protection from thermal devices, and a liquid with an SPF factor.
How to make a choice
Since all products have a specific function, state your requirements first. Start with your hair type, breaking it down in several ways:
- Thin, medium or thick and hard.
- Length and tips are dry or normal.
- There is damage, fragility.
- Natural color, dyed or lightened.
- Are hot styled and blow-dried.
Read the reviews on the Internet carefully. It is important that the text indicates the author's hair type, read those with whom you have the most similar initial data.
Advice! Pay attention first to negative opinions and disadvantages in the description - they, as a rule, contain more specifics, as opposed to subjective enthusiasm.
Let's consider in detail the most popular types of leave-in care.
Oily fluids
They are now represented in the lines of many brands. Basically, it is a mixture of silicones, natural oils and extracts. Such a thing is multifunctional - it reduces fragility, facilitates combing, adds shine, and smoothes frizzy hairs. Oil elixirs can be used to protect against hot air, but if you use a straightener or curling iron, they may not be enough.
They differ in density and viscosity. Most often, lighter fluid oils are suitable for thin hair, the thicker and tougher the hair, the more dense it needs.Apply it to wet or dry hair, about the lower third of the length. The substance must not get on the scalp! In between washes, the oil can be reapplied to loosen tangled hair, giving it a shine and well-groomed look.
Natural oils
They stand out in a special category, since they are related to industrial mixtures only by consistency. At the same time, high-quality base oils can be used to care for the ends. In its pure form, an extract of broccoli seeds is suitable for this - it is even called "natural silicone", jojoba, almonds. You can prepare a mixture with a couple of drops of rosemary, vanilla, lemon essential oils.
The composition is applied to the very ends of damp hair in a minimal amount, otherwise it will not be absorbed, and you will need to wash your hair again. It is important - after such care, you cannot dry your head with a hairdryer, because of the peculiarities of the structure of the molecules, you can do harm!
Sprays, Mists, Express Conditioners
In this group, there are many similar-looking jars with different purposes. Sprays are convenient to take with you on the road and to use at home - you don't have to get your hands dirty to apply them.
Spray conditioner helps to comb, gives the hair a light moisturizing, shine and antistatic effect. Deeper care is provided by two-phase sprays. It is convenient to use them in tandem with one shampoo when there is no time for a wash-off conditioner or when hot water is turned off.
Thermal protection sprays are designed for hot styling. They protect against high temperatures, help to quickly give the hairstyle a beautiful shape.
Light sprays and fluids also have a conditioning and protective effect, smooth scales, additionally care for curls without weighing them down. Some sprays have a factor of protection against harmful solar radiation, which is important in summer, and not only in hot countries. The sun dries out the strands and makes them brittle. If you do not hide your hair under a hat, you should spray it with a special spray every time before walking on the street.
Cream and milk
Products of similar consistency, milk can be thinner and lighter. These products are applied in small amounts to damp hair. Make combing easier and styling, create a weightless protective film on their surface. Creams are recommended for dry and damaged ones, milk - for thin ones. At the same time, they can differ greatly from different manufacturers in composition and functions, so always carefully read the annotation on the packaging.
Advice! In order not to weigh down your hair, apply cream or milk to a very damp length after washing, and then blot it again with a towel. This will only absorb the required amount of the product.
Serums and ampoules for hair
By and large, any liquid can be in ampoules, but most often highly active products with a high concentration of beneficial ingredients are sold in this form.
Serums are used every 7-10 days, depending on the type and condition of the hair. Some of these products contain only healing ingredients and do not condition. Together with them, you can use a fluid oil or spray, preferably on a finished dry hairstyle, so as not to overdo it with the amount of makeup.
Top best tools
So, you determined your hair type and needs, studied the range of popular brands and reviews on their products and went to the store. It is not difficult to get confused at the counter, each manufacturer praises their products, and it is difficult to predict in advance what is right for you. Each person has their own individual characteristics, and yet we have compiled a top list of the best-selling and little-known, but worthy things for every taste and budget.
- Moroccanoil Oil Treatment, available in Original and Light versions for fine, bleached hair. Its action is due to a complex of silicones and valuable argan oil. Moroccanoil protects curls from a hot hair dryer and sunlight, facilitates styling, prevents hair from frizzing in high humidity, gives a glossy shine and softness, retains the brightness of the shade after coloring. The "light" version does the same thing while maintaining volume and splendor. Moroccanoil Oil Treatment has many fans, although its price is quite high - about 3 thousand rubles per 100 ml.
- Kapous Professional Fluid With Biotin Against Split Ends of Hair. Active ingredients - flax seed oil, biotin, UV filters. A light oily elixir helps to comb and style the curls without difficulty, makes them shiny and elastic, and is well absorbed. Does not contain fragrances. The cost is about 500 rubles. for 80 ml. The Kapus brand has similar things in several lines - with keratin, with argan oil, ylang-ylang.
- Oil-luxury for hair Gliss kur "6 Effects". Mass market cosmetics offer many budget options for leave-in silicone hair blends, such as Gliss Chickens. It contains 5 vegetable oils - pequi, marula, argan, monoi and moringa seeds - and light silicones. Recommended for the care of weakened, dull hair. A rather dense texture returns them shine and a healthy look, facilitates styling, protects against damage, and forms beautiful curls. Has a rich oriental aroma. Cost up to 300 rubles.
- Brelil Bio Traitement Beauty Liquid Crystal. One of the bestsellers of a professional Italian brand with affordable prices. Takes care of dry ends, helps prevent splitting, gives obedience and crystal shine. Can be applied to wet and dry hair. Doesn't make it heavier. The cost of 60 ml of liquid crystals is about 900 rubles.
- Natura Siberica Sea buckthorn complex of oils for the ends. Despite the fact that Natura Siberica is positioned as natural cosmetics, this product contains silicones and is similar in action to expensive options. It has a bright orange color and a pronounced sea buckthorn aroma. The combination of natural ingredients and vitamins retains moisture, stimulates the production of keratin. Sea buckthorn complex protects the ends from damage, moisturizes and nourishes, gives them a well-groomed look. The cost is about 350 rubles for 50 ml.
- Broccoli seed oil, Workshop of Olesya Mustaeva. Created for those who prefer organic cosmetics and are afraid of silicones. The composition is obvious from the name - pure broccoli seed oil. Penetrates deep into each hair and regenerates it from the inside, connecting the scales. Unlike chemical elixirs, it requires more care in application. Start with 1–2 drops, which should be warmed in the palms of your hands and distributed over the ends of damp hair. You can also add it to ready-made masks and balms.
The cost is 270 rubles for 10 ml.
- Hair fluid Belita-Viteks Hyaluron Revitalizing. The package contains 10 ampoules with a creamy gel substance. They can be used after every shampoo for an emergency recovery or once a week if the hair is normal. The essence revitalizes dull hair, smoothes, reduces frizz and electrification, helps to comb without tangling and other problems. The cost of 10 ampoules of 5 ml is about 300 rubles.
How to apply correctly
Errors in the use of leave-in products make it difficult to assess their effect. Let's summarize how to choose the best care:
- Determine your hair type.
- Identify the problem to be solved with the product.
- Match your needs and product descriptions, study reviews.
If your chosen fluid isn't working, you may be applying too much or too little. In the first case, the strands will look greasy, stale, it is bad to keep their shape and volume. If the funds are insufficient, its effect will be imperceptible. The optimal amount can only be selected empirically, it depends on the type and condition of the hair.
Advice! If you choose oil, pour it into the palm of your hand, rub it, and only then apply it to your hair with gentle massage movements. After the spray or mist, the hair can be combed gently so that the liquid evenly covers it.
You can have several products in your arsenal and alternate them as needed. When in the bathroom you used an intense mask and you are not going to use thermal devices, the fluid may not be needed at all. Alternatively, after a light rinse and ironing, use thermal milk and liquid crystals for a shiny finish.
Feel free to experiment. Unsuitable jars and bottles can always be resold, presented to mom or girlfriend. Even the great popularity of the product, the popularity of the brand and excellent reviews do not guarantee that you will like it, and your own experience will help you avoid unsuccessful purchases in the future.