How often do you use a hair mask, and do you use it at all? Many of us tend to avoid or even skip this vital step in the hair care routine. Although a hair mask should not be overused, one to two times a week is more than enough to bring your locks back to life. Another serious question is whether to stick to one brand that works for your hair type or keep trying something new. It is something I still work on, and, for now, I pick the second option and keep trying new stuff on my dry hair.
Yes, lovelies, you guessed it right. Today, we will take a closer look at a peculiar hair mask by a famous German brand called Balea. They came in travel-sized portions (20ml) that looked like capsules with cream or sauce. However, the full-sized versions with 250 ml of the product are also available. Despite its petite proportions, one capsule of hair mask is big enough to cover even the longest and thickest hair.
About the Brand
But first, a few words about the brand Balea. It is a famous, affordable beauty brand owned by dm Drogeriemarkt – a retailer widely known and loved in the EU. They produce a wide range of cosmetics and beauty care products, including skin care, hair care, and even some tools. Balea brand is not entirely vegan, but it offers a large range of vegan beauty products.
Balea Schönheitsgeheimnisse Haarmaske
Back to the product! Balea Schönheitsgeheimnisse, or Beauty Secret, is a nourishing hair mask that restores and deeply moisturizes dry and dull hair. It comes in different colors and scents with different formulations for each and every hair concern. I have four different hair masks: cocoswasser or coconut water, acai beere or acai berry, hafermilch or oat milk, and avocado with an avocado scent.
- Texture and Application:
All four masks boast a luxurious, creamy texture that glides through the hair like silk. Despite being incredibly smooth, the formula is thick enough to stay put without dripping, ensuring the product actually penetrates the hair rather than running down the drain.
One capsule provided generous coverage for my long hair; however, if yours is shorter, you could easily stretch a single pod into two or three uses. Upon application, the formula works almost instantly, noticeably softening and moisturizing every strand from root to tip.
- Fragrance and Performance:
The scent profile is delightful – soft, sweet, and rounded out with comforting milky notes. While the fragrance is subtle during use, it lingers beautifully on the hair even after rinsing.
To be honest, I found the four formulas and scents to be quite similar; in a blind test, it would be difficult to tell them apart. That said, I enjoyed them all equally because they performed so consistently. Each mask worked wonders, leaving my hair incredibly soft and making the post-wash detangling process completely effortless.
Final Verdict...
The hair mask is just as important and essential a step in the hair care routine as shampoo or regular combing. Of course, like any other product, it should be used wisely, but never skipped or forgotten. Luckily for all of us, hair care treatments and masks don't have to be high-end to provide you with actual results. Schönheitsgeheimnisse Haarmaske, or Beauty Secret mask by Balea, is one such quality product that doesn't break your budget while making your hair nourished and glossy. I suggest you try it! You'll love the price and the results.
