6 Ways to Sneak a Hair Mask into Your Schedule

After You Sweat it Out

Post-exercise, set aside a few minutes to run Beauty Protector Protect & Treat Hair Mask through your strands and (if you have one!) decompress in your gyms sauna. The high temp will activate the masks moisturizing ingredients like argan oil and honey, making it work extra hard to soften your hair. After 5 to 10 minutes, hop into the shower and rinse.

To Brunch with Friends

Believe it or not, you can have your eggs benedict with a side of healthier hair. Enjoy a brunch with benefits by applying a packet of OUAI Treatment Masque to wet ends, combing through, and weaving hair into a classic or fishtail braid (the longer you leave it in, the more it penetrates your hair shaft). The mask is made with artichoke leaf extract to seal your strands cuticles and protect from future damage. After you pay the check, head home, rinse it out, and style as usual.

While Youre Running a Quick Errand

Even when youre in a hurry you can sneak in some extra hair TLC. Run Davines The Quick Fix Circle Multitasking Hair Mask through strands post-shower, which removes impurities from your hair and infuses it with moisture to make it softer and more nourished. Slick your hair back into a simple low pony or bun, and by the time you get home and rinse, your hair will feel much smoother than your morning is going.

When Youre Outside on a Sunny Day

No matter the season, to get shinier strands while youre outside (with SPF on, obviously), try slathering on Coco & Eve Like A Virgin Coconut & Fig Hair Masque. It repairs damage, improves texture and shine, deeply hydrates, fights frizz, seals split ends, and detangles. Cover your head with a bandana or hat and let the sun amplify the masks conditioning properties.

In the Shower

While most hair masks instruct you to leave them on for at least 10 minutes, they can also be used as a stellar deep conditioner during your shower. Apply a formula like amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask to your ends post-shampoo for just a minute or two, then rinse out as you normally would a conditioner for a quick dose of extra softness.

While Catching Zs

If you want to give super-dry strands the luxe treatment, apply a mask before your head hits the pillow. Comb Bumble and bumble. While You Sleep Overnight Damage Repair Masque through dry hair, pop on a shower cap, and go to bed. Just wash the formula out in your AM shower for noticeably softer, stronger hairthe masks nourishing ingredients, like primrose and camellia oil, fortify and reduce hair breakage by 77%.