"Dimexide" is a drug with a strengthening effect. It allows hair to grow much faster and is currently one of the most popular hair care products, even if its main purpose is different. Cosmetic mixtures with the addition of this component are very effective.
Drug action
A hair mask with Dimexidum can really be called a lifebuoy for those affected by the problem of too much hair loss, excessive dryness of the scalp. The main rule when using this tool is not to deviate from the dosage a gram, since Dimexide is a very potent drug.
This drug is a medicinal product, and its main function is to heal damage to the skin. Active substances penetrate the skin layers quickly and deeply, being a kind of catalyst for other components. Often, various oils are included in the hair mask with Dimexide. Due to this, hair follicles are able to receive a sufficient amount of nutrition and nutrients. The growth of hair is accelerated, the strands become stronger.
Positive effect
The presence of "Dimexide" in the hair mask gives it the ability to regenerate cells of the hair shaft, "attract" large volumes of blood to weakened tissues. Thus, the drug allows you to strengthen the hair, activate metabolism in the scalp. After the end of the treatment course, the curls acquire strength and shine. Hair stops falling out.
Important Features
Dimexide is always used diluted. In its pure form, it is categorically not used, as it can cause severe burns.
In addition to this, one more important point should be taken into account regarding the specific use of this drug. It improves the flow to the deeper layers of the skin of both beneficial and harmful substances. This means that a hair mask with "Dimexidum" should be applied only to washed hair. Otherwise, you can "drag" inward dirt or harmful substances from the surface of the scalp. The result of the application in this case will be the opposite - the condition of the hair will only worsen.
At the same time, Dimexide-based mixtures can strengthen damaged hair well in just a few weeks, if you strictly adhere to the rules for using this drug. It is worth paying attention to the fact that "Dimexide" will not bring improvement if the poor condition of the hair is associated with any internal disease or a deficiency of nutrients and vitamins in the body. In this case, an integrated approach is indispensable.
Reviews about the tool
In order to have a clear idea of the effectiveness of the use of mixtures with the drug, it is useful to read the reviews. The girls tell different things about the hair mask with "Dimexide", sometimes the information is very contradictory. For some, this tool was almost a panacea, while in others it led to a deterioration in the condition of the hair. Here is what those who like this mask note:
- The tool allows you to strengthen the weakened hair. It is important not to overdo it with the amount of the drug, its proportion, so as not to burn the hair and skin.
- If used regularly, hair looks great. Reviews on masks with Dimexidum for hair growth are usually positive. For a month, strands can grow by 1.5-2 cm.
- "Dimexide" is a good analgesic. It quickly relieves itching of the scalp, which is caused by seborrhea and other pathologies of fungal origin.
- The active components of the drug also have anti-inflammatory effects. "Dimexide" is often used in the treatment of dandruff.
- Application has shown excellent results in the treatment of alopecia.
But there are also negative reviews about the hair mask with Dimexidum. Those who are unhappy usually mention the following points:
- severe dandruff begins;
- the skin is very itchy, there is a burning sensation;
- the hair begins to thin even more.
However, cosmetologists claim that the experience of using "Dimexidum" will not be negative if you responsibly treat the issue of following the instructions and not violating the proportions.
Contraindications
You should never forget the fact that Dimexide is a drug. And he, like any drug, has many of its contraindications. Before using the product, each person needs to consult a doctor.
- The tool is not suitable for people with individual intolerance. Allergic foci may appear on the skin.
- You can not experiment with this substance to those people who have problems with the work of the liver, heart, kidneys, since it has the property of penetrating into the blood.
- "Dimexide" may pose a certain danger to nursing mothers, pregnant women, as well as people with eye diseases.
Terms of use
Before using the drug, you must carefully read the basic rules, because "Dimexide" is a serious medicine. To experiments with masks did not end with a chemical burn, the following rules should be followed:
- When preparing and applying the mask, you need to use rubber gloves.
- As part of the mask, use only a diluted preparation. A concentrate is sold in the pharmacy, and therefore, to prepare a hair mask with Dimexidum, you must first make a solution. For this, either boiled or distilled water is used. The breeding procedure is as follows: you need to put on gloves, pour into the container "Dimexidum" and water in a ratio of 1:10. For example, 1 ml of the drug is mixed with 10 ml of water.
- Before using Dimexidum for the first time, you need to carry out an allergy test by dropping a solution (not the drug itself, since it will cause a chemical burn) inside the elbow. In the event that after an hour there is no skin reaction in the form of itching or blistering, there is no dizziness, vomiting, nausea - it can be used as part of a mask.
- All components of the mask, in addition to Dimexide, are heated in a water bath. After this, the drug is added and the components are thoroughly mixed. Mask for hair growth with "Dimexidum" is applied to the hair immediately after preparation.
- Before applying the mixture, washed hair needs to be combed. Then the mask is applied with gentle movements. After that, you need to hide your hair under a cellophane hat and towel.
- After 40 minutes - 1 hour, the mask must be washed off with plenty of warm water. In no case should you leave her at night.
- To prevent hair thinning, a similar mask can be done 1 time per week. If the hair has a dull color and quickly thins, beauticians are advised to carry out the procedure 2 times a week for a month.
- After applying the mask, a burning sensation may appear. If it does not cause discomfort, you can not worry - this means that the next time it is worth making the solution less concentrated. But with unpleasant sensations, the mixture should be immediately washed off with hair with plenty of water, and do not experiment with Dimexidum anymore. It is also good to be vigilant and tell the trichologist about the results of home treatment.
- It should also be borne in mind that the drug has a mild drying effect on the scalp.
Vitamin Mask Recipe
Now let's look at some of the most popular recipes for hair masks with Dimexidum. For its manufacture, it is necessary to mix 2 tsp. vitamins E and A, add 1 tsp. solution of the drug. The mixture is carefully applied to the scalp, the hair is wrapped. The mask lasts an hour, then rinsed off with shampoo.
Hair mask with Dimexide and oils
This mixture includes castor and burdock oils, as well as vitamins in oil form - A and E.
- First you need to prepare a solution of "Dimexidum", and then mix three parts of the heated oils and one of the solution.
- Further, it is necessary to mix the mixture properly, since Dimexide has the property of settling to the bottom (so the concentration of the mask may be uneven). With a cotton swab, the mixture is applied to the roots. Then a hat is put on, the head is insulated. The mixture lasts from 30 minutes to an hour, and then washed off with shampoo and plenty of water. Such a hair mask with Dimexide and vitamins will help to nourish the hair well, restore their structure.
- It is believed that "Dimexide" can be added to almost any mixture for hair. There is only one exception - warming masks (for example, with pepper).
Sea buckthorn oil mask
This tool has long been used by beauties, as it has a very rich composition. Sea buckthorn oil includes vitamins, fatty and organic acids, phospholipids and a large number of other useful components. A hair mask with Dimexide and sea buckthorn oil is one of the time-tested remedies. This mixture allows you to create the optimal environment for activating the hair follicles, removes inflammation, destroys harmful microorganisms. According to the girls, the growth of hair is greatly enhanced.
It is recommended to use a hair mask with "Dimexidum" and sea buckthorn oil in the following case:
- dry hair;
- scalp is problematic;
- there is itching and dandruff;
- the hair is thinning, hair is growing slowly.
Those who suffer from these problems can quickly forget about them with this mask. It is prepared as follows: 3 tbsp. l a little oil heated in a water bath is mixed with 1 tbsp. l Dimexide solution. This mixture can be supplemented with 1 tbsp. l peach oil. After an hour, the mask is washed off using shampoo.
Lemon Recipe
This tool is an excellent way to deal with increased oily hair. The active components of the mask can normalize the process of sebum secretion. To prepare the mixture, mix 3 tsp. lemon juice, 1 tsp. an oil solution of vitamins A and E, as well as 1 tsp. Dimexide solution. To begin with, the oil components and lemon juice need to be mixed and heated in a water bath. Then "Dimexide" is added. The mixture is applied to the surface of the scalp for a period of 40 to 50 minutes. The standard course of treatment with this mask, as a rule, takes about 1.5 months. With severe hair loss, you can do the procedure once every three days.
Mix with the addition of burdock oil
This substance is obtained by processing burdock root and is not inferior in its properties to exotic products like argan or coconut extracts. Hair mask with "Dimexide" and burdock oil allows you to make your hair more healthy, strengthen it, prevent hair loss.
The beneficial composition of burdock oil is really impressive. It includes: polyunsaturated acids; inulin, which is able to cleanse and improve the scalp; the richest complex of vitamins, which includes B vitamins, as well as A, E, C; calcium, chromium, iron, copper. Thanks to the Dimexidum solution, all these beneficial substances penetrate into the deeper layers of the dermis and nourish the bulb. Proper use of such a mask will allow you to get a luxurious head of hair after 4-5 procedures. The mixture activates metabolic processes, prevents loss.
Mask with the addition of burdock oil is applied only in the form of heat. Therefore, to begin with, you need to heat up a little substance in a water bath. When it cools down a little, you need to add one teaspoon of Dimexidum solution. The mixture is applied to the washed hair. After this, you need to insulate your head - first with a plastic or rubber hat, and then with a warm terry towel. The old hat is also suitable for this purpose.
Hair Growth Mask
Such a mask can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator until the end of use. It will be enough for several times. The mixture is prepared from the following components:
- 4 tsp Dimexidum solution;
- 2 tsp. rosehip oils, almond, castor, burdock, vitamins A and E;
- 2 drops essential oils: rosemary, lemon, pine.
All components must be mixed in a glass bottle. Before use, the mixture must be heated in a water bath. It is undesirable to warm the mask in the microwave.
Anti baldness
This mixture was popular in the last century. It includes only two components - Dimexide and castor oil. The ingredients are taken in a ratio of 1: 9.
An excellent remedy against many trichological problems is Dimexidum for hair. Masks for hair growth with its use help to improve hair in a short time. The main thing is to adhere to precautionary measures and at the first suspicion of an allergy, wash the product off the hair. With due vigilance, this tool can become a real lifesaver for those who want to find thick and beautiful curls.