Red pepper is considered one of the most popular and effective folk remedies. Due to its burning composition, pepper promotes accelerated subcutaneous blood circulation, stabilizes all metabolic processes, and also strengthens the follicles.
The benefits of red pepper for hair
At first glance, in connection with the burning effect of red pepper, it seems that its use will lead to severe damage to the cells of the scalp. However, this opinion is erroneous. With proper use of the product, red pepper will only have a positive effect on the hair structure and scalp. A burn, burning and irritation is observed if all the recommendations indicated in the recipes are not followed.
Pepper hair mask has several unique properties. After regular use of the product locks become stronger and thicker. The secret of red pepper is that it contains elements such as magnesium and potassium, which strengthen the walls of blood vessels and moisturize and nourish the scalp. However, these elements are not the main activators of hair growth.
With its hot composition, red pepper has a warm effect on the scalp, thereby increasing blood flow and subcutaneous microcirculation. Due to this, a greater amount of useful substances enter the scalp cells, as a result of which hair follicles are activated.
For fast hair growth, it is recommended to add pepper tincture to the mask, rather than a powdery product.
The composition of red pepper includes a large amount of vitamins of group A and C. Vitamins of group A have regenerative properties, vitamin C provides additional protection to curls, making them thereby more resistant to external aggressors.
The product also contains B vitamins, which are involved in enhancing hair growth and strengthening. As a rule, it is a deficiency of these vitamins that leads to the fact that the strands become weak and dull. Therefore a mask of red pepper will help restore hair natural shine.
In large quantities, red pepper contains iron, which ensures the supply of the necessary amount of oxygen to the cells of the scalp. Oils provide hair protection and hydration.
Application features
As previously noted, most often masks based on red pepper are used for active hair growth. However, the preparation of the composition must be approached with extreme caution, since non-compliance with the rules and dosages can lead to hair drying. As a result of this, the curls will become even thinner, dull and brittle.
In order to prevent the aggressive effects of pepper masks, you must adhere to some rules:
- masks based on red pepper should be applied only to the hair roots, and the remaining length of the curls must be treated with oil solutions;
- when applying the product, the hair should be clean but dry;
- for the preparation of therapeutic masks, only tincture of red pepper or a powdery product is used; capsicum is contraindicated;
- Only freshly prepared mask can be applied to the hair;
- after the mask is applied to the hair roots, you need to wrap the head with cling film or put on a special hat for the bath, and then insulate with a woolen scarf;
- maximum exposure time to the pepper mask - no more than half an hour;
- the product is washed off with warm water, after which it is necessary to use a shampoo and emollient balm;
- the mask can be applied every 3-4 days;
- the duration of the course of treatment is 10 procedures.
Due to the fact that red pepper is included in the category of aggressive products, the pepper mask must be tested before using the mixture. On sensitive skin of the wrist, bend of the elbow or behind the ear, a small amount of the mask is applied. If after application there is a strong burning sensation or rash, use the mask is contraindicated.
Pepper tincture can be purchased at a pharmacy or prepared independently. The cost of pepper tincture in a pharmacy is not more than 20 rubles. You can buy powdered red pepper at any grocery store, the cost of which is 12-15 rubles.
The use of red pepper for hair
Red pepper is considered one of the most effective and healthy spices in the world, which is used for cosmetic purposes. The product can be used in its pure form, and can be used in combination with other natural ingredients. In folk medicine, medicinal compositions are prepared on the basis of powdered pepper, as well as on the basis of pepper tincture.
However, do not forget that beautiful and healthy hair is usually the result of proper care for it. If there is no competent, daily care, no treatment mask will help you achieve the desired result.
Powder Masks
Pepper hair masks, in addition to active hair growth, are also recommended for weakened curls, tired of constant staining, perm, styling and other aggressive procedures. Masks based on powdered red pepper will make curls more magnificent, obedient, smooth and shiny. The dropout process will stop after the first procedure.
Mask with kefir
To prepare the product, you will need:
- 30 ml of kefir;
- 10 grams of ground pepper;
- 5 grams of mustard powder.
Mix all the ingredients and apply the product on the roots. Wrap your head with cling film and a towel. You can keep the mask on your head for no more than 40 minutes. The product is washed off with warm water using shampoo, after which the curls must be moistened with air conditioning.
Colorless henna mask for damaged hair
To prepare the medicinal composition, you will need 5 grams of colorless henna, 10 grams of ground red pepper and serum. At the first stage of the preparation of the mask, stir the henna with pepper, after which it is necessary to gradually add serum. The amount of composition may vary depending on the length of the hair.
The mask is rubbed into the scalp with light, massage movements, after which it is distributed along the entire length of the strands. The exposure time of the mask can be from 1 hour to 2. This composition helps not only to restore the damaged hair structure, but also to stop the process of hair loss, and also eliminates dull color and dandruff.
Oil based mask
To prepare the product you will need:
- 1 ampoule of vitamin A;
- 100 ml of burdock oil;
- 20 grams of powdered red pepper.
Mix all the ingredients to a homogeneous mass and apply the resulting mixture in the root zone, and then spread over the entire length. The duration of the procedure is no more than 25 minutes. It is also necessary to insulate the head with a woolen scarf, then rinse with warm water using special means.
Beer based mask
You will need 1 chicken egg, 50 ml of light beer and 10 grams of ground red pepper. In an iron bowl, add all the ingredients, then you need to heat over low heat. A warm mask is rubbed into the roots of the hair with massage movements. Washes off after half an hour with shampoo. If the hair is badly damaged and overdried, 10 ml of vegetable oil can be added to the product.
Mask with honey
In a bowl over low heat, heat a mixture of 10 grams of red pepper and 40 ml of natural honey. Mostly the product is applied to the roots of curls. Then the head must be wrapped with cling film and insulated with a scarf. The mask is washed off with warm water after 20-25 minutes, after which the hair is moisturized with an air conditioner or conditioner.
Peppermint Masks
The advantage of using hair masks with pepper tincture is a strong stimulating and warming effect. Burning properties of pepper improve skin blood flow, thereby toning the skin and activating the hair follicles.
Essential Oil Mask
This tool is suitable for owners of oily hair, the mask stimulates hair growth, adds volume and density to them, normalizes the work of the fatty glands of the skin.
Ingredients:
- olive, castor, burdock, linseed, rose oil - 2 tablespoons each;
- 2 tbsp. tablespoons of warm water;
- 1 tbsp. l pepper tincture;
- 1 chicken yolk.
In a deep bowl, mix all the essential oils with warm water. After that, the remaining ingredients are added, mix everything thoroughly. Before applying the product, comb the hair and divide into several partings. A mask is applied to the scalp and rubbed into it with light movements. It is washed off after half an hour with warm water.
Mask with vitamins A and E
This tool is not only a stimulator of rapid hair growth, the mask also fills curls with necessary vitamins. To prepare the mixture, you will need pharmacy oil vitamins of groups A and E (one ampoule) and 2 tablespoons of pepper tincture.
Mix the ingredients until a uniform consistency is obtained and apply the mixture to the hair roots. Put on a bath cap, insulate with a terry towel. The mask is washed off after half an hour with warm water using mild shampoo.
Castor Oil Mask
To prepare the product, you will need 2 tablespoons of pepper, 50 ml of shampoo and 100 ml of castor oil. Dosages may vary depending on the length and density of the hair. Regular use of this product helps with heavy hair loss.
In a deep container, mix all the ingredients and let it brew in a warm and dark place for 5-7 minutes. After time, apply the product on dry but dirty hair. Keep the mask on your hair for at least an hour, after which it is washed off with warm water several times in a row using shampoo.
Mask with a decoction of chamomile flowers
To 2 tablespoons of pepper tincture, add 3-4 tablespoons of a decoction of chamomile flowers, mix everything thoroughly. The resulting product is applied to the hair roots, after which it is insulated with a woolen scarf. It is washed off with warm water after 20-30 minutes. In case of individual intolerance to chamomile, you can replace it with a decoction of eucalyptus, St. John's wort or calendula.
Mask with cottage cheese and chicken yolk
First of all, using a flour sieve, you will need to grind 70 grams of cottage cheese. The product must be high fat. After this, add 2-3 yolks to the cottage cheese (depending on the length of the curls), mix. At the final stage of preparation of the mask pour 10 ml of pepper tincture.
The product is applied only to the basal area. The ends of the strands can be greased with olive oil. Keeping the mask is allowed no more than 20 minutes. Wash off with warm water and shampoo.
The use of pepper tincture in its pure form
Pure pepper masks in their pure form are very effective, but not for everyone.If you are the owner of sensitive and excessively dry scalp, such cosmetic procedures will lead to dandruff and a strong burning sensation.
To avoid unpleasant consequences, it should be applied with extreme caution to the hair. Drop a few drops of pepper tincture on a clean cotton pad and spread evenly over the roots. The product is applied in its pure form very quickly, because otherwise, when you apply the product on the last zone of the head, irritation and itching will begin on the first.
At the first use of pepper tincture in its pure form, it should be kept on the hair for no more than 7-8 minutes. With each application, the procedure time can be slightly increased - by 3-4 minutes. This procedure can be performed no more than 1 time in 3 days.
Rinse the tincture very carefully so that water with pepper does not get into the eyes and other mucous membranes. If you feel a strong burning sensation, after washing off the product, it is recommended to apply a moisturizing conditioner to the hair roots. After 10-15 minutes, rinse your hair with shampoo.
Contraindications to the use of pepper masks
Despite the fact that red pepper is included in the category of natural products, it is considered quite aggressive. Therefore, it is not recommended to use this method of hair treatment for people with a tendency to severe migraines, severe headaches, and also with a strong increase in blood pressure.
Pepper masks are contraindicated for girls who have too pronounced sensitivity of the scalp, as well as in the presence of individual intolerance to pepper or alcohol-containing products.
Pepper can aggravate the condition if there are sores, scratches, dermatitis and other open wounds on the scalp. In this case, preference should be given to more gentle hair masks.
