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After spending the summer swimming in a chlorinated pool and baking in the sun, my already-dry hair started to look extra parched, even after lathering it in my favorite hair oil. I knew I needed an extra step in my haircare routine since I also color it and have naturally curly (and frizzy) hair texture. The last hair mask I tried honestly didn’t do much to perk up my dull and damaged strands, but after hearing people rave about Briogeo’s Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Mask ($15-$39) on social media, I figured it was worth at least trying.
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About the Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Mask
- It’s a deeply conditioning hair mask that strengthens and moisturizes dry, damaged hair.
- It can be used for all hair types and textures.
- Its key ingredients include rosehip oil, algea extract, and B vitamins.
- It’s free of sulfates, phthalates, parabens, petrochemicals, mineral oil, silicone, and talc, as well as DEA, dyes, and gluten.
What I Like About Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Mask
At less than $40 for the largest size — an eight ounce tub — it’s considerably less expensive than other options I’ve cycled through my shopping cart. It also only needs to be left in for 10 minutes and can be applied just once a week. Low commitment threshold aside, the most exciting thing is that you can actually get results after the very first treatment. I immediately noticed a difference in the texture of my hair, which felt softer. The frizz control is also on point. While I usually have a halo of tiny hairs that spring up with the slightest bit of humidity, the essential fatty acids from the rosehip oil help to give it a glossy coating. I also appreciate that it’s made almost entirely from naturally-derived ingredients and skips ingredients I’ve been actively avoiding, like sulfates, phthalates, parabens, petrochemicals, and silicone. It leaves a subtle scent that’s slightly fruity without being overly sweet.
How to Use the Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Mask
After shampooing, massage it into hair, going from the root to the tip. Aim to get a nice, even coat throughout. After 10 minutes, rinse it out. The directions say to use it weekly until you get the results you’re after. Once that happens, you can switch to applying it every other week if you want.
What to Consider Before Trying the Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Mask
Since I have extra-thick hair, I leave the mask on for up to 15 minutes if I have time. I also follow up by spraying on Briogeo’s Briogeo’s Don’t Despair, Repair! Moisture + Damage Defense Leave-In Treatment, which could also be boosting the effectiveness of the hair mask. All I know is that if it works this well after just two treatments, I can’t wait to see how my hair evolves after using it for a couple of months.
Where Is the Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Mask Available?
This mask is available at Nordstrom, Amazon, Sephora, and Ulta.
Rating:
★★★★★
Angela Elias is a contributing editor for PS Shopping. In her former roles at PS, she led the relaunch of its Latine identity and family-focused verticals, directed its Home vertical, and hosted shopping segments. She has nearly 15 years of experience working in the lifestyle space as a writer, editor, content strategist, director, on-camera talent, and publicist.