Starting to use henna, many note that the hair condition has improved significantly, they have become more silky, smooth, shiny, thick. Many compare the effect after treatment with henna with the effect after the procedure of "laminating" the hair. This is because henna penetrates deep inside the hair, restoring the structure, covering it, with a so-called biofilm, thanks to which the scaly flakes of hair are smoothed. However, there is a downside to this treatment. Most often, women think about how much henna is washed off, if the result of staining with this natural paint did not suit them.
How to wash off henna?
Cleansing henna from hair is a laborious process, since it is not washed off completely. Henna penetrates too deeply into the hair. However, there are still some ways to wash off colorless or black henna, and they are really effective. But remember that in this case it is best not to experiment, but turn to proven means, so that the result in the end you again did not disappoint. Unequivocally, no one will tell you if henna is washed off your hair, since the final result depends on several factors:
- structure of hair;
- mixture concentration;
- duration of application of the solution;
- duration of use of henna.
So how do you wash off white or colored henna? Experts recommend several ways that can help in the process of washing henna:
- oil masks;
- means with a content of 70% alcohol;
- masks from yogurt and yeast;
- water with vinegar.
Recipes for washing henna
Oil masks best draw henna. The greatest effect is achieved if you use olive oil. It is preheated, and then applied to dry hair, insulated and left for two hours. To wash this mask, it is best to use a shampoo for greasy hair or a polishing shampoo.
Cleansing the henna from the hair will be more effective if the hair is moistened with 70% alcohol before applying vegetable or mineral oil. Alcohol does not need to be washed, it opens hair scales, which helps the oil to draw henna. Also you can add the sleep to the oil. Instead of 70% alcohol, you can use a laundry soap that performs the same functions.
Also to help you will come a mask of 1 cup of kefir and 1 packet of live yeast. It is applied for two hours daily. Repeat the procedure is necessary until the desired result is achieved.
Some part of this natural paint can be washed if you hold your hair for several minutes in water c 3 tbsp. vinegar. Then, the hair is washed with shampoo and lubricated with balsam. If you have a pronounced color and you have to muffle it, then this sour cream will help you. It is enough to hold on the hair under the cap for an hour, and then wash it off with warm water.
When all of the above methods were ineffective, it is worth trying to "wash" your hair. Lather your colored curls with any powder or soap. After wiping these alkalis well, rinse the hair with water and always apply an oil mask on it.
It should be borne in mind that you need to wash off henna as early as possible, if for some reason you are not satisfied with the result. It is advisable, within a week or two. If during the painting you did not use gloves and do not know how to wash henna from your hands, then use a bath with a few drops of lemon juice or pure vinegar, but remember that after such methods of flushing, you must always lubricate your hands with a fat cream at night.