Learn how to use cocoa for beautiful, healthy and well-groomed hair. Probably, no one will refuse to feast on cocoa and chocolate. Pleasant aroma and unique taste gives many pleasant moments. Cocoa powder is extracted from cocoa beans, therefore it contains a large amount of valuable trace elements and vitamins that are indispensable for the human body.
Cocoa powder contains a lot of phosphorus, magnesium, iron, zinc and sodium. In terms of zinc and iron content, this is a truly unique product. Cocoa provides saturation of the body not only with microelements, but also with vitamins E, A, PP, B, including antioxidants.
These useful substances are indispensable not only for maintaining health, but also useful in cosmetology. That is why cocoa powder is one of the main components of various masks for hair and body care. Such products not only restore beauty, shine and softness to the hair, but also, thanks to their pleasant aroma, help to relax and relieve nervous tension.
The benefits of cocoa for hair
Cocoa can become an indispensable tool for maintaining the beauty and health of hair, as it has a lot of positive qualities:
- help to restore damaged and weakened hair;
- cocoa promotes the activation of hair growth, as there is an intense warming up of the scalp and the effect directly on the hair follicles;
- regular use of masks, which include cocoa powder, helps prevent increased fragility of the strands;
- recommended for the care of split ends;
- cocoa helps to improve the structure of the hair, while the curls acquire a unique and pleasant aroma of chocolate.
Before you start using cocoa masks for hair care, you must read the following recommendations:
- a sensitivity test is required to prevent an allergic reaction;
- for the preparation of masks, it is recommended to choose light-colored cocoa powder, since it has a more gentle composition and has a mild effect;
- dark shades of cocoa contain a large amount of alkali, which is why there is a risk of causing serious damage to the scalp;
- masks with cocoa should be applied to the scalp and hair, evenly spreading over the entire length of the strands with a comb;
- the exposure time of the mask is determined taking into account its composition, as a rule, it is left for 30–45 minutes;
- during the procedure, hair must be wrapped in plastic or put on a shower cap, and a towel on top;
- cocoa hair masks are recommended for dark-haired girls, as they have a coloring effect;
- the cocoa powder contains endorphins, therefore, such cosmetic procedures provide a mood boost;
- after using the mask, the pleasant aroma of chocolate will last on your hair for several days.
Cocoa hair mask recipes
Hair mask with cocoa, egg and kefir
This mask is ideal for treating weakened and dry hair, its regular use helps to accelerate hair growth. This product contains completely natural ingredients that saturate the hair from the inside with a mass of nutrients, vitamins and microelements. This mask should be used at least twice a week to keep hair silky, smooth, healthy and regain its attractive glossy shine.
To prepare such a mask, you will need to take the following ingredients:
- kefir - 0.5 tbsp.;
- egg - 1 pc.;
- cocoa powder - 1 tbsp. l.
Preparation and use:
- First you need to beat the egg, then add the cocoa powder.
- Kefir is slightly warmed up and added to the composition.
- All components are thoroughly mixed until a homogeneous mass is obtained.
- If the mask is made for normal hair, it is best to use oily kefir, and fat-free kefir is suitable for caring for oily strands.
- After using such a mask with kefir, it is not necessary to wash your hair using shampoo.
- After 20–35 minutes, the mask must be washed off, for this you can use warm water, and then a decoction of chamomile.
Hair mask with cocoa and sour cream
This mask is recommended to be done regularly for owners of weakened, dry and split ends.
To prepare such a mask, you will need to take the following ingredients:
- fat sour cream 20% - 0.5 tbsp.;
- cocoa powder - 2 tbsp. l.
Preparation and use:
- All components must be thoroughly mixed until a uniform consistency is obtained.
- The finished mask is applied to the hair, starting from the roots, and evenly distributed over the entire length.
- If there is a problem with split ends, apply a thick layer of mask to these areas.
- After 20-25 minutes, wash your hair thoroughly using any mild shampoo.
Cocoa mask to accelerate hair growth
Regular use of such a mask helps to make hair thicker and more voluminous, it turns out to be an excellent care for weakened and thin hair.
To prepare such a mask, you will need to take the following ingredients:
- cocoa powder - 2 tbsp. l.;
- egg yolk - 1 pc.;
- cognac - 2 tbsp. l.
Preparation and use:
- Cognac has a warming effect on the skin and enhances the blood flow to the hair follicles.
- Egg yolk and cocoa powder saturate the hair from the inside with a mass of nutrients and vitamins, so that the hair becomes well-groomed and healthy.
- All components are thoroughly mixed, and the resulting composition is applied to the strands, evenly distributed along the entire length.
- After 25-30 minutes, wash off the mask with warm water and a mild shampoo.
Hair mask with honey and cocoa powder
A cosmetic mask prepared according to this recipe provides complete hydration and saturation of the hair with useful substances.
To prepare such a mask, you will need to take the following ingredients:
- honey - 1 tbsp. l.;
- unsweetened natural yogurt - 0.5 tbsp.;
- cocoa powder - 2 tbsp. l.
Preparation and use:
- All components are combined and mixed, as the result should be a composition of a homogeneous consistency.
- Instead of cocoa powder, you can use dark chocolate (several pieces), which is pre-melted in a water bath.
- The finished mask is applied to the strands and evenly distributed along the entire length, a light massage of the scalp is performed.
- The mask is washed off after 15–20 minutes with warm water and baby shampoo.
Cocoa mask for weakened hair
This mask is recommended for hair care after dyeing or perm.
To prepare such a mask, you will need to take the following ingredients:
- milk - 2 tbsp. l.;
- cocoa powder - 2 tbsp. l.;
- jojoba or avocado oil - 1 tbsp. l.
Preparation and use:
- Cocoa powder dissolves in warm milk so that no lumps appear.
- The rest of the ingredients are added to the milk, and the composition is thoroughly mixed.
- If desired, you can add your favorite essential oils to the mask - for example, lavender, lemon or orange.
- The finished mask is applied to the hair and evenly distributed over the entire length.
- After 15–20 minutes, rinse off the remnants of the product with warm water and baby shampoo.
Cocoa butter mask to strengthen hair
To prepare such a mask, you will need to take the following ingredients:
- infusion of chamomile flowers - 1 tbsp. l.;
- egg yolk - 1 pc.;
- olive oil - 1 tbsp. l.;
- cocoa butter - 2 tbsp. l.
Preparation and use:
- First you need to make an infusion of chamomile - 1 tbsp. boiling water is poured into 2 tsp.dry chamomile flowers. The container is covered with a lid, and the broth is left for 15 minutes to infuse well.
- To prepare the mask, you will need to take 1 tbsp. l. ready-made chamomile infusion, and the remnants of the product can be used to rinse the hair after washing.
- All components are mixed, and the resulting composition is applied to the hair.
- After 20 minutes, you need to wash your hair with baby shampoo and warm water.
- With regular use of such a mask, hair becomes smooth, silky and returns healthy shine and volume.
Anti-hair loss cocoa butter mask
To prepare such a mask, you will need to take the following ingredients:
- egg yolk - 1 pc.;
- burdock oil - 1 tbsp. l.;
- kefir - 1 tbsp. l.;
- cocoa butter - 1 tbsp. l.
Preparation and use:
- First you need to melt the cocoa butter.
- All ingredients are thoroughly mixed so that the result is a homogeneous composition.
- The finished mask is applied to the scalp and evenly distributed over the entire length of the hair.
- After 15 minutes, wash off the remaining oil with baby shampoo and plenty of warm water.
Mask with burdock oil and cocoa against hair loss
Burdock oil is considered indispensable in the fight against hair loss and baldness. It can be used not only in its pure form, but also added to the composition of the masks. Among the advantages of burdock oil is its high efficiency, as well as the fact that it is approved for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding (if there is no allergy). This mask is recommended for strengthening weakened hair that has suffered from frequent use of chemicals.
To prepare such a mask, you will need to take the following ingredients:
- cocoa butter - 1 tbsp. l.;
- burdock oil - 3 tbsp. l.;
- egg yolk - 2 pcs.
Preparation and use:
- The cocoa butter is heated until it is liquid.
- All components are mixed so that the composition acquires a uniform consistency.
- The finished mask is applied to the scalp, and a light massage is done within a few minutes.
- The mask is washed off with baby shampoo and warm water after 10 minutes.
Mask with cocoa and kefir for damaged and weakened hair
Thanks to the use of this mask, the structure of the hair is improved, as a result the curls become softer, smoother, more elastic, and a healthy glossy shine returns.
To prepare such a mask, you will need to take the following ingredients:
- kefir - 2 tbsp. l.;
- cocoa powder - 1 tbsp. l.;
- burdock oil - 1 tbsp. l.
Preparation and use:
- All components are thoroughly mixed.
- The resulting composition is applied to the hair roots, a light massage is done for several minutes, then the mask is distributed along the entire length of the strands.
- After 15–20 minutes, you need to thoroughly wash your hair with baby shampoo and warm water.
Cocoa powder in combination with other ingredients gives an amazing result and helps not only to solve the problems associated with baldness, but also to conduct an effective regenerating course for weakened and injured hair with frequent use of dyes, perms and hot styling.
You will learn the recipe for a mask based on kefir and cocoa powder from this video:
