Hair lightening with kefir

Many representatives of the beautiful half of humanity want to lighten their hair, thereby making their image lighter and more delicate. Currently, there are a wide variety of cosmetic products for lightening hair, but many people know that they are harmful to hair. Therefore, as a worthy alternative to store formulations, you can use folk remedies, for example, kefir.

The use of chemical dyes is considered an effective, but not entirely harmless, option to lighten hair. In this case, the stability of the staining is observed, but at the same time, damage to the curls occurs. Kefir is one of the gentle components for caring for hair. After using this folk remedy, the curls acquire the desired shade, and are also characterized by strength, durability, obedience.

Kefir is a fermented milk drink that has useful components in the form of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, tocopherol, retinol, beta-carotene. Plus, the drink contains many beneficial bacteria, potassium, calcium, sodium, phosphorus, ferrum. Lightening hair with kefir is characterized by the following advantages:

• restores damaged hair;
• gives curls obedience, softness and silkiness;
• accelerates the growth of hair and prevents hair loss;
• increases the volume of curls;
• eliminates greasy shine;
• relieves dandruff.

Kefir in rare cases can cause an allergic reaction and is suitable for women with any type of hair.The disadvantages of using kefir are its insufficient impact strength, that is, to obtain the desired result, many procedures will need to be carried out. After one application, the effect is practically invisible. Women with dark curls will not turn blondes thanks to kefir. Using a fermented milk drink as a clarifier is best suited for ladies with a light brown shade of hair.

Kefir paint remover at home does not imply anything complicated; its preparation does not require significant financial costs. The recipes for masks for dyed hair are varied, they can be prepared from substances that are available at home, for example, honey, soda, cinnamon and others.

This type of mask is considered light and budgetary, to prepare it you will need kefir and water: 0.5 cups of kefir must be mixed with a tablespoon of water and distributed over wet curls. After that, it is worth insulating the hair and keeping it for 120 minutes. After the passage of time, the substance is washed off. This version of the mask brightens fine light brown hair well. Dark and hard hair can be lightened only after 5 times of use.

Kefir in combination with natural cinnamon forms a high-quality hair clarifier. You can prepare a mask by mixing the following ingredients:

• 2 tbsp. l. cinnamon;
• half a glass of kefir;
• 1-2 tbsp. l. water;
• 1 tsp honey.

The mask must be applied to dried curls and kept for 120 to 180 minutes. It is worth remembering that the insulation must be kept for up to 40 minutes, and then removed.

In order to prepare hair clarifier, you must mix thoroughly such components:

• a third of a glass of kefir;
• 2 tbsp. l. brandy;
• 1 tsp hair balm;
• 1 egg white;
• juice of half a lemon.

The mask should be distributed over the hair, and then insulated.

Women who blond their hair on their own are aware of the problem of yellow hair. For a painless elimination of this problem, it is necessary to prepare a mask from the following components:

• 1 glass of kefir;
• 4 spoons of brandy;
• juice of half a lemon.

After mixing all the ingredients, the product is evenly applied to the hair along the entire length. It is necessary to withstand the clarifier under insulation throughout the night. In the morning, the mask is washed off. Such a kefir-based remedy removes yellowness well. The procedure can be repeated after 7 days.

The lightening agent with honey and fermented milk product will easily remove the yellow tint from the hair, giving it shine and smoothness.

The composition of this product includes 150 grams of fermented milk drink, 80 grams of honey, a few drops of essential oil at your discretion. After mixing kefir with honey, a homogeneous mass should be obtained, to which oil is added. The clarifier must be applied to the curls along the entire length and insulated. After that, you need to withstand the mask for 60 minutes. As time passes, the hair must be washed off with shampoo under cool water.

The use of kefir to lighten hair tone can be in pure form, as well as in combination with other products. The best option for this procedure is a homemade fermented milk drink, but if you don't have one, you can buy a drink at the store. One-component use means the distribution of kefir over the strands in a volume of 100-200 milliliters, which is heated with a water bath. After application, it is worth putting a polyethylene cap or a warm scarf on your head for 90-120 minutes. After this time has passed, the curls should be washed with shampoo.

It is also recommended to rinse the hair with water combined with vinegar or lemon juice. To prepare the substance, it is worth diluting 50 ml of an acidic product with a liter of water. If the hair is dry, chamomile tea should be used to rinse it. The above procedures should be carried out several times for 7 days until the desired result is achieved.

The second option for using kefir as a brightening agent is its use with other components. In this case, kefir is considered the basis of the clarifier. And other ingredients enhance its effect.

In order for multicomponent clarifiers with a fermented milk drink to be effective, it is worth following these rules.

1. If you want to mix kefir with other substances, it should be preheated using a water bath. As a result, the product should be warm, but not hot.
2. Depending on the characteristics of the hair, it is worth choosing a drink, taking into account its fat content. The best option for dry hair will be kefir with an indicator of 3.2%, for oily hair - 1%. Normal hair should be lightened with 2.5% fermented milk drink.
3. When preparing a mask with kefir, you should use a whisk, thanks to which you can get a homogeneous substance.
4. The application of the finished bleach is necessary on dry or slightly damp hair. A wide brush can be used to evenly distribute the substance. Do not forget that the scalp must not be touched during the procedure.
5. The duration of the lightening process with the help of kefir-containing substances is influenced by the hair color, as well as their type.
6. The process of washing off the masks should be carried out using running water with or without shampoos. In this case, it is very important to wash off the entire clarifier, since it is rather difficult to get rid of dried kefir.

It is also recommended to treat dry curls before applying these funds using oil compresses. Healthy hair can be lightened without preparing in advance, using both pure kefir and with the addition of other products.

Kefir is considered one of the best products to naturally and safely lighten hair strands. User reviews indicate that with proper use of the product, you can get not only the desired result, but also make your hair stronger, more beautiful and healthier. Many women appreciated the benefits of procedures for applying clarifiers based on a fermented milk product, and also talk about its safety and the absence of side effects and allergic reactions.

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