Yes, it’s possible to achieve glossy, glass-like locks in the comfort of your own home. While DIY hair masks are often seen as the paltry alternative to luxe salon treatments, one kitchen ingredient has emerged as the secret to Rapunzel-worthy locks: egg yolk. But simply slathering egg yolk on your hair won’t do the trick! There are concoctions and special techniques that maximise the effectiveness of this cult ingredient.

WHAT MAKES EGG YOLK HAIR MASKS SO EFFECTIVE?

Egg yolks contain the majority of an egg’s nutrients and fatty acids. Abundant in vitamins A, E, biotin and folate, this powerful composition contains vital ingredients to repair damaged hair and stimulate hair growth. Egg yolks are also packed with peptides, which helps restore moisture and add a silky slip to your hair.

You’ve probably heard the phrase: “It’s not just the Botox that matters, it’s also the cosmetic injector’s technique”. The same logic applies to egg yolk masks: The key to achieving optimal results lies in the application. Here are four simple hacks to boost the performance of your egg yolk mask.

REMEMBER TO WHISK

This step may seem insignificant, but whisking the yolk makes for a world of difference. The whisking process transforms the texture from thick to airy, so the mask becomes easier to apply. The thinner consistency also allows for more even product distribution, preventing patchy results.  There’s a cosmetic bonus as well: The froth created from the whisking helps the yolk penetrate deeper into the hair shaft, intensifying the conditioning effect.

APPLY ON DRY HAIR

While we’re generally asked to apply masks on slightly damp hair, egg yolk hair masks are more effective (read: the result in silkier, smoother and softer locks) when massaged into dry hair. According to hairstylist, , water acts as a barrier to ingredient absorption, and products with high-protein concentrations are more readily absorbed by dry hair.

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Hair Masks For Shiny Hair

Preparing a quick hair mask and leaving it on for 20-30 minutes can have some great advantages. Here are a few effective hair masks you can check.

1. Egg White Hair Mask

What You Need

1 or 2 eggs, depending on your hair length

How To Use

Crack open the egg(s) and separate the yolk.

Beat it lightly.

Section your hair and apply the egg white to your hair, from the roots to the tips, using an applicator brush.

Make a loose ponytail or a bun.

Cover with a shower cap and leave it on for 20 minutes.

Wash with water and a mild shampoo.

Use a conditioner and towel-dry your hair.

What You Need

2-5 tablespoons of coconut oil, depending on your hair length

How To Use

Section your hair.

Rub the coconut oil in your palm to warm it a little.

Apply the coconut oil from the roots to the tips.

Massage your scalp for 2-5 minutes.

Leave it on for at least 3 hours or overnight.

Wash with lukewarm water and shampoo.

Use a conditioner and wash with water at room temperature.

Towel-dry your hair.

3. Almond Milk Hair Mask

What You Need

½ a cup of store-bought almond milk (You also can make almond milk at home by blitzing a handful of soaked almonds (peel the skin) and warm water. Strain the liquid and you have your almond milk).

How To Use

Section your hair.

Apply the almond milk from the roots to the tips using an applicator brush.

Tie your hair into a loose bun.

Cover with a shower cap and leave it on for 30-45 minutes.

Wash with a mild shampoo.

Use a conditioner and towel-dry your hair.

4. Mayonnaise Hair Mask

What You Need

2-5 teaspoons of mayonnaise

How To Use

Section your hair.

Apply the mayonnaise to your hair strands with an applicator brush.

Make a loose bun and wear a shower cap.

Leave the mask on for 30 minutes.

Wash with lukewarm water and shampoo.

Use a hair conditioner and wash with water at room temperature.

Dry your hair with a towel.

5. Ghee Hair Mask

What You Need

3-4 teaspoons of ghee (clarified butter)

How To Use

Section your hair.

Apply the ghee to your hair, from the roots to the tips, using an applicator brush.

Wear a shower cap and leave the mask on for 20 minutes.

Wash your hair with lukewarm water and shampoo.

Use a conditioner.

Wash the conditioner with water at room temperature.

Towel-dry your hair.

You can use any of these five hair masks once a week and see an instant difference in your hair shine. However, the process could be a challenge if you have low-porosity hair. The following section can help.