Quick Picker
What are Masks & Treatments
Hair masks and treatments are intensive care that goes beyond regular conditioning. Damaged hair needs repairing formulas with proteins and keratin, while dry hair benefits from deep hydration with oils and butters. We test masks on different hair types and evaluate their repair ability, hydrating effects and long-term results.
Best Masks & Treatments by Type
Best masks for damaged hair
Damaged hair needs intensive repairing treatment with proteins, keratin and amino acids to restore structure.
What to look for
- Repairing proteins
- Keratin
- Amino acids
- Bond repair
Best masks for dry hair
Dry hair needs deep hydration with botanical oils, butters and humectants.
What to look for
- Deep hydration
- Botanical oils
- Shea butter
- Sulfate-free
Best masks for color-treated hair
Color-treated hair needs care that protects color while repairing damage caused by coloring.
What to look for
- Color protection
- Repair
- UV protection
- Gentle formula
Hair mask comparison
Select products to compare
| Product | Hair type | Sulfate-free | Silicone-free | Price | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Olaplex No.3 Hair Perfector
Vynikajici
|
Poskozene | Ano | Ano | $$ | 9.2 ★ | |
Garnier Hair Food Papaya Mask
Bestseller
|
Poskozene/Suche | Ano | Ano | $ | 9 ★ | |
Kerastase Resistance Masque Therapiste
Luxusni
|
Extremne poskozene | Ne | Ne | $$$ | 9.2 ★ |
All Hair Masks
How to choose the right hair mask
Identify your hair concern
- Damaged hair: look for keratin and proteins
- Dry hair: choose oils and butters
- Overworked hair: select regenerating treatments
Check the ingredients
- Keratin rebuilds hair structure
- Botanical oils hydrate
- Proteins strengthen hair fiber
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How to properly use a hair mask
- 1 After shampooing, squeeze out excess water
- 2 Apply mask generously from mid-lengths to ends
- 3 For intensive effects, apply to lengths too
- 4 Leave on for 5-10 minutes (or as directed)
- 5 Use heat for deeper penetration
- 6 Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water
Pair with
Avoid mixing with
- Multiple protein treatments at once
- Too frequent use on fine hair
Frequently Asked Questions
Most masks are used 1-2x weekly. Overworked hair may need more frequent use.
A mask is more intensive with higher concentration of active ingredients and longer processing time.
Most masks should not be left overnight. Follow the recommended processing time.
Yes, but choose a lighter formula and apply only to ends.