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  • Question
    What is a keratin hair mask?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    A keratin mask is one that contains keratin protein, the protein that your hair is made of. It will strengthen your hair.
  • Question
    Do I put a hair mask on wet or dry hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    A mask should go on freshly-washed, damp hair. It won't absorb properly on dry hair or soaking wet hair.
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    When should I do a hair treatment?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    After washing your hair is the best time to do a treatment. A weekend morning when you have time to let it process is ideal.
  • Question
    How do you use hair serum?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Hair serum is generally applied to the hair before styling. You should select one appropriate for your hair type, warm it in your hands to make it easier to apply, and run it through the ends.
  • Question
    Can I use it in my natural hair? I was using relaxer before, but now it's been 4 months since I last relaxed it.
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can, but it still needs constant care, like washing, applying hair ointment, and combing.
  • Question
    Do I shampoo after applying argan oil to hair?
    Community Answer
    Yes, after 20 minutes to allow the oil time to absorb. Make sure to wash afterward with an organic shampoo.
  • Question
    I'm applying an egg and curd mask, but the smell of the egg is very bad. Can I shampoo and condition my hair after the mask?
    Community Answer
    Yes, make sure to wash the mask out very thoroughly so the smell doesn't stay.
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    Can I use conditioner after using a hair mask?
    Jethya Perera
    Community Answer
    You should always shampoo before masking but then condition your hair after applying a hair mask. The shampoo will open up your hair cuticles, allowing your strands to receive more goodness from the mask. Then, your conditioner, as well as the rinse that comes after it, will ensure that you remove any product residue that could weigh your hair down.
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