Beautiful, silky and strong hair without split ends - the dream of every female representative! And the Loreal company helps to turn dreams into reality. The manufacturer has pleased its customers with high-quality products for over a hundred years.
This French company has released more than one line of hair and scalp care products, of which the Loreal hair mask (professional) was a real bestseller. Original name - Loreal Professionnel Absolut Repair Lipidium. As soon as it became known about it, brutal “battles” broke out on the Internet about the effectiveness of this mask. People were divided into two "camps". Some considered it a thing from the category of musthave, while others skeptically rolled their eyes and claimed that it was just a useless cream. So let’s do a full review of the professional Loreal hair mask to identify all the good and bad sides and appreciate it.
To begin, consider the basic parameters, namely the appearance
Hair mask "Loreal" (professional) is a cream in a round jar-washer in a pleasant pale beige color. It is sold in two volumes: large and small. The jar is quite comfortable and at the same time stylishly decorated:
- does not take up much space (fits in the palm of your hand);
- made of sturdy plastic with a matte surface, which reduces the risk of losing it from your hands and damaging the shell;
- the lid tightly twists and holds firmly;
- on the side there are black and gold inscriptions - the product description and instructions for use - but most of the text is in a foreign language.
If you decide to buy a Loreal hair repair mask (professional), then, first of all, pay attention to the appearance of the jar, it must strictly comply with the description above, because there is a whole line of hair masks with similar names, but designed for different purposes. For example, there is a strengthening mask "Loreal" (professional), a mask for shining hair or intensively nourishing. It's so easy to get confused in such a variety of products, so be careful.
General:
- Volume: 200 ml and 500 ml.
- Price range: from 1200 to 2000 rubles (depending on the store).
- Expiration date: 12 months.
Next, consider the contents, that is, the mask itself
As already mentioned, the hair mask "Loreal" (professional) is a very thick cream of milk color with a pale caramel shade. It is worth noting that the product is more than economical, a small amount of the mixture is enough to cover every hair with it (enough even for long hairs). Manufacturers have achieved this effect due to the consistency of the mask. The fact is that when interacting with water, it begins to melt, which makes it easy and economical to apply it to a wet head, and then also quickly and easily rinse off.
- Note: at high temperatures, the mask thaws and becomes less economical, so it is better to keep it away from sunlight and warm places.
Texture
The mask itself, in texture, is very similar to a homogeneous semolina. Since the mass is very thick, it does not flow out of the jar, when applied to the head it does not spread on the hands, it easily and evenly lays down along the entire length of the hair.
Scent
The unique aroma that many will like is another plus of this mask. He is gentle and unobtrusive, but the most amazing thing is that he is very persistent, almost like a good perfume. The aroma after applying the mask can last on the hair for up to 3 days. And this is truly a wonderful sensation!
Of course, the most important thing in a professional hair mask "Loreal" is the composition on which the result of the procedures depends. On the jar it is written that the mask is designed for instant regeneration of brittle and dry hair with the help of the powerful regenerating formula "Lipidium". Manufacturers claim that after the first application, the effect is felt, and the restored curls become soft, strong and glossy.
Structure
The composition contains silicones, parabens and preservatives, as well as waxes, thanks to which the curls are aligned, ceramides and UV filters. The mask also includes perfumes and dyes, which, of course, affect the scalp not in the best way. Of the really useful and organic substances in the description of the professional hair mask “Loreal”, hydrolyzed protein of cereals and legumes can be distinguished (it helps moisturize the scalp and eliminate dry hair) and softens glycerin.
Mode of application
Apply a little product to clean, washed and towel-dried hair, then wait 2-3 minutes and rinse with warm water.
- Note: many girls are advised to keep the mask longer, about 10-20 minutes, in order to get better results.
Pros and cons of masks
Taking into account all the factors, as well as other articles and reviews, the hair mask "Loreal" (professional) gained a lot of advantages, but exactly the same number of minuses. Let's summarize the “investigation” and calculate the pros and cons.
Positive sides:
- Economically consumed.
- It smells great, the aroma is stored on the hair for a long time.
- Smoothes and untangles hair, after applying it is easier to comb.
- It perfectly softens hair, makes it silky and soft to the touch.
- Effectively combats the problem of fluffy hair.
- With prolonged use, you can achieve the effect of "Asian smoothness."
- Ideal for dyed and bleached hair.
Negative sides:
- The price is too high, you can find cheaper analogues.
- The composition contains many harmful substances.
- For the most part, it gives a purely cosmetic effect.
- Hair gets dirty faster and oily on the second day.
- Hair is more magnetized.
Reviews and Opinions
According to customers, a mask is not worth the money. Hair quickly turns into “icicles”, and you have to wash your hair every other day, which takes even more time and only irritates the scalp. No, of course, this mask has its pluses, as noted by those who used it. But there could have been more for such a price and from such a branded manufacturer. Buyers note that this mask is convenient to use only before going to any events or on holidays, when shiny and even hair is needed for a short time, and for daily use it is not a very practical thing. In general, the reviews are rather controversial.