If your hair texture has changed with aging or your strands have been damaged from coloring and hot tools, you may wonder what you can do to upgrade your haircare routine for repairs. And if you’ve tried “almost everything on the market” and spent “thousands” looking for the right products, you’re in good company. Not only that — you’re in the right place.
Deemed the “best product I’ve tried by a long shot” and “the only thing that works with my frizz” reviewers say this deep conditioning keratin hair mask from Marée will probably be the last one you’ll buy. And to sweeten the deal even more, it’s currently 24% off, the lowest price in weeks.
Menopause and hormonal changes can lower your estrogen and keratin levels, causing shedding and making hair feel dry, brittle and thin.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, the hormone estrogen promotes hair growth and density. So, as estrogen levels decline during menopause, it’s common for hair to lose density. Your body naturally produces the protein keratin — largely via thyroid hormones — to form your hair and nails. Because menopause symptoms often overlap with thyroid issues, it’s common for menopause (or general hormonal changes) to affect your hair texture, often making your strands feel less hydrated and strong.
Made with keratin, biotin and coconut oil, this “miracle mask” is a super-hydrating, nourishing product that users say rivals something from a salon. Giving your hair strength, encouraging growth and softening the texture of your tresses. Yet, unlike an expensive (and often noxious-smelling) professional keratin treatment, this dreamy jar lets you have multiple deep keratin conditions from the comfort of your home, for a fraction of the cost of a single professional one and with a gentle, coconut smell.
For a super indulgent at-home spa treatment, leave it on for 10-20 minutes, then wash it out.
While the brand recommends a quick mask, many keep the mask on for longer (some say they even use it overnight) and are “shocked” with how soft their hair becomes after washing. (Note: the brand recommends keeping the product on your hair itself, and using their hair growth serum if you’re looking for a scalp-specific treatment.)
Users report seeing instant results and their hair health and texture, leaving their strands feeling silky and soft after a single use. Further, reviewers report that the treatment keeps their mane looking and feeling good for days, if not weeks, between uses.
“My mature hair had changed texture with age and had started getting horrible tangles, after one treatment it hasn’t tangled since,” one wrote. “One treatment and it’s still working 2 weeks later.”
And it’s not just a hair mask. If you like products that multitask, this treatment is versatile.
In addition to a mask, you can use it as a classic, post-shampoo conditioner to add a little TLC to your routine wash. Or, if you want to target dry ends and add moisture for the day, you can use it as a leave-in conditioner. Whether you’re trying to strengthen and thicken your hair, smooth it out, add shine, manage frizz, hydrate or repair, this treatment can do it all.
It also works with all hair types and textures.
Check out the thousands of positive reviews (lots with pictures!) and you’ll see love notes and testimonials from reviewers going through menopause, users with “dry, brittle, over-processed hair,” “thick, coarse hair that frizzes immediately,” colored hair, “senior white hair,” hair with “super tight coils,” extensions and more.
“I have thin straight hair, and my daughter has thick curly hair. The mask worked like magic on both of us,” one review wrote. “Made our hair very soft and silky.”
Users who are newer to dying their hair or who are starting to color their hair to cover grays also say the product is “well worth the money,” for keeping their hair from becoming “damaged and flyaway, frizzy and dull.”
Check out more 5-star reivews of the keratin hair mask from Marée and grab it while it’s under $20.
“Outstanding product! I have spent thousands on hair products due to severe breakage, coarse, dry, damaged , menopausal hair! This stuff has brought it back to life! Best product I’ve tried by a long shot! Nothing compares” — patty saveriano
“I’ve always paid hundreds of dollars to have this done in a salon. This is the first time doing it on my own and I absolutely love it. I do it once a week on Sundays and it is amazing what it’s done for my hair so far and I will continue to use it.” — CHEAP AND TINY
“I was so impressed with this hair mask after just one treatment. My hair feels significantly softer, shinier, and more moisturized. I’m prone to frizz, especially this time of year, but the mask really helped smooth it down. It’s easy to use and smells great, and I noticed an immediate difference after a 10-minute treatment. I’ll definitely be buying this again because it made my hair feel and look healthier, and I noticed less breakage too” — Kris
Looking for more hair care to address thinning? Check out this list of things reviewers love to make their hair appear thicker by Tessa Flores.
Hair-building fibers
Reviewers call this bottle of hair-building fibers "a best kept secret" for making hair appear instantly thicker while also concealing bald spots and grays. The fibers, which are made of a keratin protein, work by clinging to existing hair strands for a seamless look and a performance that's resistant to rain, wind or sweat. It's available in nine hair colors.
Promising Amazon reviews: "Amazing best kept secret! Most folks have never heard of these hair fibers but they really work! When I pull my hair back into a pony tail, the baby hair along the front of my face is thin and a few gray hairs popping in. All you see is my scalp and looks bad so I ordered these hair fibers and with a little sprinkle, you can not see the obvious part that looks like a bald spot!
My husband uses the gray fiber because he has some thinning on the top of his scalp. The hair fibers makes his hair look so much fuller and can't see through to his scalp! We both do not use it on a daily basis. Just when we know we will be taking pictures and/or social events. No gimmicks here...works like a charm! A little sprinkle goes a long way! Highly recommend!" — Penny T.
"My hair has thinned around my temples and this product was recommended to me by my hair stylist. I love it! It allows me to wear my hair up it a pony tail without looking thin around the hairline. It’s also great for when my gray roots start coming in and I have a couple days until my next hair appointment. Life saver!" — Jackie Gringle
A peptide-infused shampoo for thinning hair
Promising Sephora review: ""Definitely stuck on this one now! This makes my hair look and feel thicker and it makes it feel soft too. There’s no gross smell or feel when you use it and I think it’s worth the price." — kilianm
A root cover spray
This popular hair spray is marketed as a solution to temporarily cover grays in between dye jobs, but reviewers also claim that it can help make hair appear thicker by concealing areas where hair is thinner and the scalp is more noticeable. The lightweight formula claims to be water- and smudge-resistant, residue-free and quick-drying. It comes in up to 11 shades that wash out easily on your next shampoo.
Promising Amazon review: "I'm a senior with thinning hair and this spray works great. Just be sure to hold it only 4" approx from your scalp and spray for2-3 seconds and move to a new spot on your head where your scalp is showing thru or your roots are showing. Don't hold too far away from your scalp and don't hold it in one spot. It will feel cold, but that stops almost as soon as you are done spraying that spot. It dries in min. It also thickens your hair so your hair will look fuller. Your fingers may get a little spray on them, but it washes right off with a bit of soap. Also this does wash out if you don't like it. It washes out easily." — Jan S-dell
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