Mask or conditioner – what should I apply first?

Mask or conditioner – what should I apply first?

Mask or conditioner – what should I apply first? There is no question about how to start the hair care routine, cleansing is necessary. In that way, shampoo comes first. However, the opinion is not so agreed on the step that follows. Mask or conditioner, which should I apply first? We explain what the correct order is, the purpose of each product, and how often you should repeat this process. Is washing your hair every day bad for you? Find out all about

The need to nourish and moisturize hair is universal. It is an essential part of the process to achieve shiny, soft, and healthy strands. This is why we can say that both conditioner and mask are indispensable to correct and/or prevent damage.

Mask and conditioner: what are they and what are they used for?

The mask is nothing more than a hair product composed of concentrated active complexes capable of caring for the most diverse types of hair. It treats damage and improves the appearance of the strands from the inside out. It is, therefore, vital to be aware of our hair’s needs when using this product.

With a deeper, more intense, and effective action, it acts inside the structure of the hair fiber to, in short, return moisture and nutrients that have been lost along the strands. For this reason, it is a treatment whose use is not mandatory every time we wash our hair.

In turn, the conditioner will not only be responsible for acting in a less internal way, but also in a lighter way. In contrast to the previous one, the washing of the strands must always be accompanied by its use since, on a daily basis, it takes care of the external hydration of the hair.

It has multiple actions. It aims to balance the pH of the hair, hydrate, and return nutrients, proteins, and other substances extracted from the hair daily. At the same time, it leaves it untangled, soft, and beautiful.

Which one should I apply first?

According to several professionals “first you apply the shampoo, then the mask, and lastly the conditioner”. You may be surprised by this explanation.

Let’s make the analogy with face care. So the first step, common to all beauty routines, is cleansing. For this purpose, we use shampoo, which will clean the hair and open the cuticles slightly in order to facilitate hydration as well as the absorption of nutrients from the treatment that will follow. Immediately after we must move on to the mask. For this to have the desired effect it requires precisely the cuticles to be open. As a result, the active ingredients penetrate deeper into the hair.

We finish with the conditioner. This is because it has a lower pH, and thus will help close the cuticles of the hair shaft. As well as allowing the treatment performed not to be compromised. In other words, it prevents nutrients from fading from within the cuticles. In addition, it helps with hair finishing.

How often should I wash my hair?

There is no exact science as to how many times a week we should repeat the above process. This will depend on the type of hair and scalp of each person. Generally speaking, oily scalps can be washed more often than sensitive scalps.

As for the matter of daily washing, we demystify by saying that it is okay to wash your hair every day. It is just necessary to pay attention to some factors, namely water temperature and excessive use of treatment shampoos. The first factor can cause inflammation of the scalp (seborrheic dermatitis), and the second can dry it out. Sleeping with wet to damp hair is also something we do not recommend as it can lead to the formation of mycoses.
On the other hand, the lack of hygiene in this area can lead to the formation of dandruff, itching, and even marked hair loss.

Recommendations for a good and proper hair washing

• Prefer warm or cold bath water to avoid excess oiliness (if you are thinking of winter, by that time opt for quick baths);
•  Use a sulfate-free daily shampoo;
• Invest in products with formulas developed for your hair type (e.g. dry, colored, oily hair…). In case you have fine or brittle hair, you should opt for products that can strengthen and rebuild the hair fiber. Ask your regular hairdresser for help.
• Conditioners, masks, serums, or moisturizing lotions should avoid contact with the roots. In the same way, rinsing should always be abundant so as not to leave residues.

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