What are liquid crystals made of and what properties do they have, how to use a product for the ends of the hair, the use of liquid crystals in the care of brittle hair and against dandruff. Thick and healthy curls are the dream of any woman. The professional cosmetics industry does not stand still. Liquid crystals are a new unique product that delicately cares for the ends of the hair. Cosmetic crystals appeared on the market quite recently, but they have already managed to win a wide audience.
Composition and properties of liquid crystals for hair
Before choosing any cosmetic product, it is worthwhile to thoroughly understand not only its composition, but also its properties. Liquid crystals are an oily liquid. Usually, manufacturers release the product in cans with a spray or dispenser. The composition of this cosmetic product may include various natural ingredients:
- Extracts from oils … Moisturizes and nourishes the hair structure, makes hair stronger, and creates a protective barrier for the scalp.
- Oils … Restores hair, increases elasticity.
- Natural aromatic additives … They give the product a pleasant aroma.
Liquid crystals can be made from the following pharmaceutical oils:
- Coconut or avocado … They actively penetrate the scalp, nourish hair follicles.
- Broccoli … The viscous structure of this oil makes it possible to saturate each hair with useful substances.
- Flax … It has a whole range of useful vitamins that are not synthesized in the human body.
Extracts from herbs that are unique in their properties are also often used, for example, from plantain, nettle, dandelion. They make hair shiny, elastic. In addition to oils and other natural ingredients, this cosmetic product contains silicone, which provides the effect of smoothing and thickening the hair mass. On the label of various brands of silicone, silicone can be indicated as: dimethicone, phenyltrimethicone, cycomethicone, polyoctanium-10.
Silicone resins make hair smoother, more manageable, healthier and fuller looking. This effect is due to the penetration of the substance into the hollow spaces in the hair, as well as due to the creation of a film on the surface. Ceramides are another component of liquid crystals. These are fats of natural origin. Our epidermis consists of them, therefore they are very important as components of cosmetics, which ensure the filling of the scalp with moisture. Ceramides in liquid crystals can be specified as: Ceramide NS, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide PC-102 (Hydroxypropyl Bislauramide MEA), Ceramide PC-104 (Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MEA), Ceramide PC-108 (Hydroxypropyl Bisstearamide MEA).
All of them provide hair protection from various influences: hot temperature from an iron and a hair dryer, cold wind and scorching sun, from water with a non-optimal chemical composition.
In addition, liquid crystals are necessarily saturated with vitamins of groups B, A, D, E.
The use of liquid crystals to combat hair problems
A distinctive feature of this tool is its versatility. Liquid crystals help fight a variety of common hair and scalp problems. This is a high-quality preventive, therapeutic agent.
Using liquid crystals for hair ends
Liquid crystals are used as a primary care product for dry hair and dry brittle ends. According to statistics, more than 70% of women suffer from brittle hair. This is due to the constant curling of hair and their alignment, heat treatment, dyeing or highlighting, harsh shampoos and water containing chlorine. There are many reasons for the development of this unpleasant phenomenon, which pretty much spoils the appearance of the hairstyle. The solution may be to leave with liquid crystals. Once on the hair, liquid crystals cover the top layer of the hair, which resembles scales. This prevents the subsequent section of the hair. Some women, having tried this remedy once, remain extremely unhappy with the effect. The reason lies in the wrong use of crystals. The basis of this cosmetic product is oils, so if you overdo it on the length of the hair and on its roots, there is a feeling of "greasiness".
In order not to get such an effect, use the following scheme for applying the anti-brittleness agent:
- We wash the head before directly applying liquid crystals.
- To achieve the desired effect, only one drop of the product is needed, which we apply to the length of the hair, starting from the bottom.
- We work on dry ends especially carefully.
If the hair is severely damaged, it is permissible to apply the product to the very roots. For oily hair, experts recommend applying liquid crystals 15 cm from the ends. Liquid crystals for the care of hair ends are offered by such manufacturers: Keen, Jerden, Fanola, Brelil Bio, Nuance and others.
Applying liquid crystals for hair breakage
Brittle hair requires special care. Dehydration and dry scalp are the main causes of hair breakage at the roots.
In order to get rid of hair loss due to brittleness, first you need to start treating the root cause of this disease. This helps the intake of vitamins (A, B, E), micro- and macroelements (selenium or zinc). It is also recommended to replace the shampoo: pay attention to those products that contain natural herbal decoctions.
For your breakage treatment plan to be 100% effective, external hair care is also necessary. And here liquid crystals come to the rescue. To provide care for brittle hair, you need to use two to three drops of the product. In order for the beneficial elements to penetrate deep into the hair and saturate them, it is recommended to first grind the product between your palms (up to a minute). So the oily liquid heats up and penetrates into the deep layers of the hair. It must be applied along the entire length. The procedure should be carried out 3-4 times weekly. The maximum result will be achieved when applied overnight. In order to intensively soak brittle hair, it is recommended to apply the product in 2-3 layers, after each previous drying. In their lines of liquid crystals, hair breakage products are represented by such brands: Baxter, Estel, Kleral, Lisap, Nouvelle and others.
How to use anti-dandruff liquid crystals for hair
Dandruff is a common cosmetic flaw. It appears on the scalp, blocking the penetration of air to the skin with a crust. From this, the hair roots do not receive the necessary nutrition and over time they begin to fall out. This ailment can appear on any type of hair, and according to statistics, every third inhabitant of Europe suffers from dandruff.
Initially, the cause of dandruff may be the activation of microorganisms on the epidermis of the head. This can be provoked by stress, diets, sudden changes in air temperature and other factors. Recently, cosmetologists and trichologists have begun to use liquid crystals to combat the disease.
You can use them to combat dandruff on your own, at home. You should find special liquid crystals in the store that are designed for these purposes. The composition of liquid crystals against dandruff includes the following components: almond oil, flax oil, wheat germ oil, menthol, tea tree essential oil, rosemary essential oil, lavender essential oil, nettle and string extracts, cedar glycerin.
Menthol and essential oils have a disinfecting effect that helps to combat the growth of microorganisms, while the classic cosmetic oils of almond and flax help moisturize the skin and fight dandruff. Rosemary, which is also part of the composition, stimulates active growth. It is worth using liquid crystals by following these instructions:
- We wash our hair with regular shampoo.
- Dry your hair with a hairdryer, but not completely, leave it slightly damp.
- We actively shake the product so that all the components are mixed well.
- On a damp scalp, as well as hair roots, apply the product with massaging and rubbing movements.
- The remaining liquid crystals are applied along the entire length.
- We collect hair not with a stiff barrette or elastic band.
- We wrap our head in a flax or polyethylene hat and keep it in this form for half an hour.
- We wash off the product from the head.
For preventive purposes, such a mask should be carried out at least two to three times a week. After two weeks, you will not only forget about dandruff and unpleasant itching of the head, but you will also notice changes in the condition of your hair, they will acquire shine and thickness. Such dandruff remedies have proven themselves well: Echosline F1-2, Brelil Bio Traitement, Brelil Numero, Barex Joc Care, GUAM UPKer.
Useful tips for using liquid crystals for hair
Like any cosmetic product, liquid crystals have their own negative features. The first important disadvantage of this cosmetic product is the presence of silicone in its composition. Research shows that this ingredient is generally safe. However, it has an unpleasant property to accumulate in the hair structure. Silicone such as dimethicone, for example, can only be removed with special tools. Accumulating in the hair, silicones destroy them structurally. 95% of liquid crystal manufacturers use silicone or its derivatives. However, 5% still use natural smoothing ingredients. Therefore, before purchasing a product, carefully study its composition.
The second unpleasant point that women should know is the addictive effect. Accumulating in the hair, the product is addictive and impossible to refuse in the future. If you stop feeding the curls with liquid crystals after a long period of use, they will answer you with dryness and brittleness. Therefore, you need to observe the golden mean and not use this remedy too often. It is best to use it during periods, for example, in cold seasons, when the hair is especially in need of active substances. If after giving up the crystals your hair has noticeably dull and began to fall out, it is worth applying regenerating therapy in the form of moisturizing masks and oils. How to use liquid crystals for hair - watch the video:
We examined what properties liquid crystals have and what active substances are in their composition. By wisely approaching therapy using this tool, you can significantly improve the condition of your hair, as well as simplify the styling procedure. Manageable, shiny and thick hair is no longer a luxury with liquid crystals! This novelty has already fallen in love with thousands of women.
