I have very processed, heat-styled hair so I need to have something moisturizing to help compensate for that. I have been testing out the Dae Hair Monsoon Mask and my review is below, but first, let’s get into moisturizing conditioners and see if you need one
When people say their hair needs moisture, they usually mean that their hair is dry. What moisture really means is your hair is lacking water. But you can’t really add more water into your hair strands.
Adding water to your hair makes it more fragile and swell which can lead to damage. Hair that contains higher percentages of water feels dry and brittle.
Check out this blog post about mistakes to avoid when your hair is wet to prevent damage.
If you are getting a moisturizing conditioner, mask, whatever it might be, the product should be focusing on helping condition and coat your hair to protect it from further damage.
Don’t take moisturizing and hydrating your hair literally, it’s not like hydrating your body or your skin.
Does my Hair Need a Moisturizing Conditioner?
Quick answer, YES!
When products say they are moisturizing or hydrating the hair, they mean they condition the hair.
The conditioners adhere to the hair and coat it to help smooth the hair, make it easier to detangle and give it shine.
Moisturizing and hydrating products won’t add water to your hair but they will give us a conditioned feeling when we think our hair is hydrated.
Ingredients to Look For in a Moisturizing Conditioner/Mask
- glycerol
- propylene glycol
- panthenol (act as humectants)
- erithritol
- sodium PCA
- hyaluronic acid
- sorbitol
- fructose
- fatty alcohols
- polyquaternium polymers
- cationic surfactants (cetrimonium chloride, dicetyldimonium chloride)
Oils or silicones (dimethicone and derivatives) that form an occlusive film on the surface of the hair are also often found in these products, as they aid in moisture retention in the interior of the hair shaft. They also help against frizz and help with shine.
Moisturizing Alcohols
Alcohols like Cetearyl, Cetyl and Stearyl are fatty and act as softeners or emollients.
Dae Hair Monsoon Moisture Mask Review
I have been using the Dae Hair shampoo and conditioner for almost a year (read blog post and review here) and just recently added the Monsson Moisture Maks into my rotation. It’s only been about 4 months, but have found it to be very helpful for my dry, processed hair.
I usually heat style my hair 2-4 times a month, usually with a curling iron, and wash my hair 5-7 times a month (about once a week-ish).
Cons
The formula is thick and might be too thick for someone with thin or fine hair.
The smell isn’t my favorite and it lingers a few days after you wash it, but I can look past that. I read reviews that some people can’t handle the smell since it is strong. It’s now a bad smell, more like a fruity, earthy smell.
If you don’t rinse it out fully, your hair will look greasy.
Pros
It helps detangle hair really well.
No Sulfates or parabens.
I only use it about twice a month because you don’t want your hair to be too hydrated because that can cause problems as well. So use it a few times a month to get the benefits without overdoing it.
If you have too many moisturizing agents, it can lead to breakage and low elasticity. AKA your hair doesn’t have much stretch to it. Too much of anything isn’t good. You need to have balance in your hair care routine.
The Dae Monsoon Mask contains:
- Prickly Pear Seed Oil – delivers hydration due to its nutrient-rich and packed high content of vitamin E, omega fatty acids, and antioxidants.
- Cactus Flower Extract – Supplies essential vitamins and minerals to strengthen hair’s elasticity & prevent breakage for manageable hair & a healthy scalp.
- Cocoa Seed Butter – Strengthens the hair shaft, repairs damage, and deeply nourishes.
**It also contains many of the moisturizing ingredients listed above
Overall, I like the mask and will continue to use it in my hair care routine. Is it the best I have ever tried? No, but for the price, how much you get, and the results I have noticed, I like it and think it’s worth a try.
XO, Annie
