We Found the Super-Easy Way to Make Your Hair Mask *so* Much More Effective
Using a hair mask in general is already doing your hair good, of course. But a simple way to one-up its effectiveness is by covering your hair with a hot towel while doing so. That's because the heat and steam from the towel opens the cuticles of your hair, which then allows all the hair-boosting ingredients in your treatment to absorb better. "It also helps the mask make more direct contact with your scalp, making it more effective overall," says celebrity hairstylist Kendall Dorsey, which means the mask-and-towel hack not only betters your hair's health, but also makes sure any new growth is being taken care of from the very start of its journey.
For extra-deep hydration, Dorsey says it's best to leave your mask on for a total of 15 to 20 minutes. During this time, your towel will get cold. Once it does, simply re-soak it in hot water and cover your hair once again until the time is up (repeat this as needed). What you'll wind up with is a process that's incredibly soothing (hello, self-care at its finest!) and nourishing, leaving you with a next-level good hair day—guaranteed.
Want to up your haircare routine? Try this hair-protecting treatment that uses apple cider vinegar, or go for the five-minute, spa-worthy treatment that can tame your frizz in no time.
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