8 oz Vitalizing Hair Mask
(Intensive Treatment for Dry, Curly, and Color-Treated Hair)
- Sizes: 8oz
- Hydrates
- Reduces frizz
- Lavender scented
- Enhances color & shine
- Restores hair's healthy appearance
This deep conditioning mask delivers concentrated hydration and strength-building nutrients to hair that needs weekly maintenance. Unlike daily conditioners that work on the surface, this formula penetrates the hair shaft with higher concentrations of emollient and humectant ingredients to restore moisture, reduce frizz, and enhance natural shine.
What "vitalizing" means: This mask focuses on maintaining hair health and preventing damage for hair that's already in decent condition but needs regular intensive care. If your hair is severely damaged or brittle, consider the Restorative Hair Mask instead, that formula is designed for repair, while this one is designed for maintenance and enhancement.
Who this is for:
• Dry or curly hair that needs weekly deep conditioning
• Color-treated hair that needs moisture without heaviness
• Hair exposed to heat styling 1-3 times per week
• Anyone looking to maintain healthy hair and prevent future damage
Key ingredients and what they do:
• MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane): An organic sulfur compound that plays a crucial role in the formation of keratin, a key protein in hair structure. Research shows MSM helps thicken hair and provide more shine.
• Biotin: Helps strengthen and fortify the hair shaft by supporting natural keratin production
• Niacin (Vitamin B3): Supports scalp circulation and follicle health
• Organic Shea Butter: Provides deep moisture and helps seal the hair cuticle
• Organic Jojoba Seed Oil: Mimics natural sebum to balance moisture without greasiness
• Evening Primrose Oil: Rich in fatty acids that smooth the cuticle and reduce frizz
• Macadamia Seed Oil: Lightweight moisture that penetrates the hair shaft
• Panthenol (Vitamin B5): Adds moisture retention and improves hair elasticity
• Vitamin E: Antioxidant protection against environmental damage
• Vitamin C: Supports collagen production for hair strength
• Organic Flaxseed Oil: Omega-3 fatty acids that nourish and soften
• Lavender Essential Oil: Calming scent and scalp-soothing properties
How to use:
1) Shampoo hair as normal and squeeze out excess water
2) Apply a generous amount to hair, focusing on mid-lengths to ends (avoid applying heavy amounts to roots if you have fine or oily hair)
3) For standard conditioning: Leave on for 5-10 minutes, then rinse
4) For intensive treatment: Leave on for 20-30 minutes (cover with a shower cap for enhanced penetration), then rinse
How often to use:
• For dry or damaged hair: Once a week
• For normal hair: Every other week
• For oily or fine hair: Once a month or as needed
What to expect:
• Immediate: Softer, more manageable hair after first use
• Within 2-4 weeks: Reduced frizz, improved shine, easier detangling
• Within 4-8 weeks: Stronger hair with less breakage, enhanced color vibrancy
Vitalizing vs. Restorative—which do you need?
• Choose Vitalizing if your hair is in decent condition but needs regular moisture boosts, frizz control, and shine enhancement
• Choose Restorative if your hair is severely damaged, brittle, or breaking—that formula has higher concentrations of repair-focused proteins
Ingredients: water, sorbitol, sunflower seed oil, barley protein, sodium PCA, organic shea butter, panthenol, cetearyl alcohol, organic jojoba seed oil, evening primrose fragrance, vitamin e, ethylhexylglycerin, behenyl/stearyl aminopropanediol esters, msm, macadamia seed oil, organic sweet almond oil, biotin, niacin, sodium levulinate, vitamin c, organic flaxseed oil, lavender essential oil
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I use the Vitalizing Hair Mask?
Usage frequency depends on your hair type: dry or damaged hair benefits from once-a-week use, normal hair needs it every other week, and oily or fine hair should use it once a month or as needed. If your hair feels heavy or greasy after use, reduce frequency. If it still feels dry, increase to twice weekly.
What's the difference between the Vitalizing Hair Mask and the Restorative Hair Mask?
The Vitalizing Hair Mask is designed for maintenance and enhancement of hair that's already in decent condition. It focuses on hydration, frizz control, and shine. The Restorative Hair Mask is formulated for severely damaged, brittle, or breaking hair and contains higher concentrations of repair-focused proteins. If you're unsure which you need, start with Vitalizing—if your hair still feels damaged after 4 weeks of weekly use, switch to Restorative.
How long should I leave the mask on?
Deep conditioners are typically left in hair for 20 to 30 minutes for maximum benefit. For a quick treatment, 5-10 minutes will provide surface conditioning. For intensive treatment, leave on for 20-30 minutes under a shower cap—the heat helps ingredients penetrate deeper.
Can I use this on color-treated hair?
Yes. This mask is safe for color-treated hair and contains no sulfates or harsh ingredients that strip color. The moisturizing ingredients help protect color vibrancy and prevent fading caused by dryness.
Will this weigh down fine hair?
If you have fine hair, focus application on mid-lengths to ends rather than roots, and use it less frequently (once every 2-4 weeks). Avoid applying heavy masks directly on oily scalp to prevent greasiness. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
Can I use this mask and a regular conditioner in the same wash?
Yes, you still need to use a regular conditioner even if you use a hair mask—conditioners are designed for frequent use to keep hair hydrated and manageable between treatments. Apply the Vitalizing Hair Mask first (after shampooing), rinse, then follow with your regular conditioner if desired. For most people, the mask alone provides enough conditioning.
What does MSM do for hair?
MSM is an organic sulfur compound that plays a crucial role in the formation of keratin, a key protein in hair structure. It aids in the production of collagen, which is essential for hair strength and elasticity. Research shows MSM helps thicken hair and provide more shine.
Is this mask suitable for curly hair?
Yes. Curly hair tends to be naturally drier because natural oils have difficulty traveling down the curl pattern. Curly hair naturally tends to be drier, so a hydrating hair mask can make a significant difference—deep conditioners that add moisture without weighing hair down are perfect for enhancing curls and reducing frizz. The lightweight oils in this formula (jojoba, macadamia) provide moisture without heaviness.
Can I leave this mask on overnight?
If you're applying a hair mask to dry hair to condition it overnight, dry hair is less porous than wet hair, so there's no risk of absorbing too much product. However, this mask is designed for 5-30 minute treatments. For overnight conditioning, you may find it more effective to apply to dry hair before bed, then shampoo and condition in the morning.
What does biotin do in a hair mask?
Biotin helps strengthen and fortify the hair shaft by supporting natural keratin production for fuller, healthier growth. While topical biotin in a mask won't replace dietary biotin, it helps strengthen hair from the outside.
How is this different from a regular conditioner?
Deep conditioners contain higher concentrations of emollient and humectant ingredients than daily conditioners. Deep conditioners have a thicker, heavier concentration and may continue working for days after use, as they're formulated to penetrate the strand more deeply than surface-smoothing daily conditioners. Regular conditioners work on the hair's surface; masks penetrate deeper.