How does the Alfaparf semi di lno Reconstruction Mask work?

• It contains hydrolyzed keratin and other active proteins that penetrate the hair shaft within a set period (usually 5–15 minutes).

• After this, the hair becomes saturated; leaving it on longer doesn’t increase absorption.

• Prolonged exposure (overnight) can actually risk:

  • Protein overload

  • Stiffness or brittleness (especially with protein-based masks)

  • Scalp irritation (since the mask isn’t designed for scalp contact overnight)

  • Residue buildup

✅ The safe and most effective way to use it:

• Apply after shampooing, towel-dried hair.

• Leave on 10–15 minutes max for deep repair.

• Rinse thoroughly.

• Always follow up with a moisture or leave-in product (Detangling Fluid, Nutritive range, Cristalli di Seta) for balance.

❌ Overnight masking is usually only safe with:

• Moisture-only masks

• Lightweight oil treatments (e.g. overnight oiling for scalp/hair ends)

• Leave-in conditioners designed for extended wear

💡 If you want a stronger boost of repair, you can:

• Use heat (wrap hair in a warm towel or use a warm cap during the 10–15 min mask time).

• Do a consistent routine — repeated small repair sessions are far more effective than a single long one.

Intensive Alfaparf Reconstruction Repair Routine:

🌟 Weekly Intensive Repair Routine

🔬 Goal: Maximum repair with no risk of overload

✅ Safe for coloured, highlighted, aging, or damaged hair

🗓 1x per week

🧴 Step 1 — Cleanse & Prep

• Wash with Alfaparf Semi Di Lino Reconstruction Reparative Low Shampoo

• Gently towel-dry your hair (important — no dripping water, just damp)

🧴 Step 2 — Apply Reparative Mask

• Apply Alfaparf Semi Di Lino Reconstruction Reparative Mask

• Focus on mid-lengths to ends

• Comb through gently for even distribution

🔥 Step 3 — Boost Absorption (optional but very effective):

• Wrap hair in:

  • A warm towel

  • Or wear a heated cap / thermal cap if you have one

• Leave on for 15–20 minutes maximum

💡 Heat helps open the cuticle for better protein penetration — but you don’t need high heat.

🚿 Step 4 — Rinse thoroughly

• Use lukewarm water

• Make sure no residue remains

💧 Step 5 — Add moisture balance

• Apply Alfaparf Nutritive Detangling Fluid ( or Cristalli di Seta serum)

• This seals in hydration and adds softness & shine

• Avoid heavy leave-ins immediately after a strong protein mask

🚫 What NOT to do:

• Do NOT leave mask on overnight

• Do NOT follow with heat tools directly after

• Avoid protein-heavy products for the next 2–3 washes (balance with moisture)

🔁 Weekly schedule tip:

✅ If you follow this for 4–8 weeks, you’ll see:

• Stronger, more elastic hair

• Reduced breakage

• Better shine & smoothness

• Less knotting after washing