All that ‘fun in the sun’ during the summer months may mean great things for our social life and general happiness levels, but it can wreak havoc on our hair. And whilst we all dream of perfecting the beachy wave look, there’s a difference between tousled beach curls and tangled mess.
Thankfully, reinvigorating your locks can be as simple as investing in a hair mask. If the texture of your hair is starting to feel as dry and gritty as the sand you’ve been planted on for the last few months, it’s time to take action before the damage becomes irreversible.
Read on to discover 10 of the best hair masks that are guaranteed to keep your strands feeling soft, silky and supple when your conditioner just isn’t cutting it.
The best summer hair masks in Australia
Briogeo Don’t Despair Repair Deep Conditioning Mask
This deep conditioning hair mask is Briogeo’s signature product and a favourite amongst the bh team. It’ll leave your locks looking shiny, healthy and tangle-free, even after days in the salt water.
$59 at MECCA
Aveda botanical repair™ intensive strengthening masque rich
There’s a reason our members are so obsessed with Aveda’s hair mask. It targets three layers of hair for a seriously deep condition and will reinvigorate damaged strands in as little as five minutes. Pro tip: leave the treatment in overnight …
Read more Aveda botanical repair™ intensive strengthening masque rich reviews.
$86 at The ICONIC
Bread Beauty Supply Hair-Mask Creamy Deep Conditioner
If you’re a fan of the curly girl method, Bread Beauty Supply’s hair mask will become an instant staple. The formula is specifically targeted to coily and dry hair types, and provides a nourishing deep condition to keep your curls bouncy and velvety soft. All it takes is a once-per-week application and you can leave any excess product in your hair for ongoing hydration.
$46 at Sephora
Wella Professionals SP Luxe Keratin Restore Hair Mask
This restorative hair mask contains a unique blend of argan, almond and jojoba oils to instantly breathe life into even driest of strands. The lightweight formula provides up to three times more keratin protection in a matter of minutes. Oh and did we mention it got a perfect 5-star score from our members?!
“This mask does WONDERS for my dry, thin blonde hair. The mask is so nourishing and smells amazing! It has really been helping to make my hair feel softer and more repaired.” – Lianatriesmakeup.
Read more Wella Professionals SP Luxe Keratin Restore Hair Mask reviews.
$19.48 at Ry
Pantene Pro-V Miracle Mask Biotin
For salon results at a supermarket price, look no further than Pantene’s Miracle Mask. The thick, creamy formula is infused with biotin and other nourishing vitamins to work magic on dry, brittle strands.
“It gets rid of those pesky fly aways and restores hair back to shiny and manageable, bringing it back to life. It’s quite easy to apply and to wash out afterwards. It is affordable at around $12.00…” – Sootyhere
Read more Pantene Pro-V Miracle Mask Biotin reviews.
$9.99 at Chemist Warehouse
MOROCCANOIL Intense Hydrating Mask
Leave it to the masters of #glasshair to provide the ultimate hydrating summer hair mask. The colour-friendly formula works on every hair type, from straight to coily, and provides an instant shot of hydration to damaged strands. It is, of course, infused with the signature MOROCCANOIL argan oil formula and scent, so sleek, … strands are guaranteed.
$62.50 at Adore Beauty
muk Haircare Blonde muk 1 Minute Maintenance Treatment
It’s no secret that bleached blonde hair is prone to dryness. Add the summer heat and a bit of salt water, and it’s a recipe for disaster (read:
“I am so in love with this product! A little does go a long way with this product. I have only used it 3 times, but already I can see my brassy balayage has gone so blonde. It also leaves my hair feeling very silky and detangled, much better than my normal conditioner!” – JadeMarie.
Read more muk Haircare Blonde muk 1 Minute Maintenance Treatment reviews.
Abyssian Protein Shake Hair Mask
Just like your skin, pollution from the environment (and product build-up) can seriously damage your strands. This plant protein-packed hair mask works to rebuild and protect your hair’s strength and structure from the scalp to the tips to keep your locks soft and sikyall summer long. The best part? It reduces split ends by up to 53 per cent so you can go longer between salon visits.
$59 at Sephora
John Frieda Hydrate & Recharge Deep Soak Masque
If you struggle with knots, dryness and frizzy strands, this deep conditioning treatment will be a holy grail for your hair. It provides an instant hit of hydration to lifeless strands and is infused with nourishing oils and keratin to nourish dry, brittle hair in under three minutes.
“It does exactly what it promises – hydrates and recharges hair. I will be using it for a long time because I was so happy with it. My hair was also so easy to comb afterwards and most importantly, it smelled wonderful for days and days!” – Gea.
Read more John Frieda Hydrate & Recharge Deep Soak Masque reviews.
$10.79 at Amazon
A’kin Miracle Shine Conditioning Hair Mask Tub
‘Miracle’ is an understatement when it comes to this hydrating hair mask. Enriched with Australian avocado oil, jojoba oil & squalene, it will take your locks from drab to fab in as little as five minutes. The formula is also scientifically proven to increase moisture by 84 per cent and decrease breakage by 58 per cent to keep your hair healthy, soft and shiny throughout summer and beyond.
“The fragrance of the cream is brilliant and I absolutely love it. I took a generous amount and applied from hair root till the tip ends then covered my head with a light Muslin cloth overnight and then washed it next morning… I am going to continue to use this regularly for good health of my hair.” – Zaraammar
Read more A’kin Miracle Shine Conditioning Hair Mask Tub reviews.
$18.49 at Chemist Warehouse
Main image credit: @lauren_valenti
Have you used any of these hair masks? What’s your go-to summer hair care?
Loved reading through these too!!
My hair's grown long as it does every summer and it's been getting dosed up on the Kerastase Ultime oil and the Affinage Contour Cream has been amazing too for it.
Thanks, a great read and wonderful hair masks.
My Hair gets a regular weekly mask and thanks me for it.
Ive tried so many and love to trial single sachets to see what the result will be before I out lay for a full size tub.
I really like L'Oreal Hair products at the moment.
Pureology and Hair Recipe really are tempting. Look so rich and hydrating .
I don't think I have tried any of these but I do need a good hair mask at the moment as my hair has been so frizzy!
Right now I am using OGX renewing argan oil deep conditioner/mask. I do use it as a mask, just leave it in for an hour or so on dry hair, nicely wrapped up:)
It is a great product, love it.
But I have an allergy to linalool and limonene. Can someone pretty please, suggest something that I could substitute it with? Something with no linalool and limonene. At this point I'd even use something with limonene, it is getting really hard to find products that are awesome and don't make me itch. Even choice is make-up is severely limited. Even foundation has linalool in it O_o
Ooh I really want to try the Bhave (wonder if it's still around noticing that this is a 2017 article reposted).
I don’t usually have too many problems with my hair, but for some reason I’m currently experiencing a lot of hair loss. Like by the handful. Weird much?
I hear you!!!
I am allergic to Limonene and Linalool. They are in everything that has any sort of scent!
Both are literally in EVERYTHING. You name it: soap, make-up, hand wash, hair sprays (hell nearly ALL hair styling products), shampoo, conditioner and of course hair masks.
So for me it's a matter of trying to buy something that doesn't set off allergies. Right now I am using OGX renewing argan oil deep conditioner/mask. It is a great product, love it. But again, I use a different shampoo on my head to this OGX product. Fun times…
hahaha
I’ve never tried any of these products. I like Eleven Australia Miracle Hair Treatment. I’ve been using it on and off for years. It’s a detangler, mask, protectant etc all in one. It has a lovely coconut scent.
Have never ever used a Hair Mask definitely something New to try out.
This is great for spa
I was just to try De Lorenzo mask that I got in RR….just to notice I got small sample sized 130 ml instead of 250 tub! Excited to give it a go
I'm currently using a Goldwell Dualsenses Treatment for coloured hair which I really like.
I use three more inches. But I just discovered a great leave in conditioner from Davines. It's definitely helping my hair this summer!
Some great suggestions there.
Haha I have only just now seen your comment from almost 2 years ago. I love it and still use it often!
I have a sample of the De Lorenzo hair masque so I'm now eager to give it a go.
I really dont use hair masques any where near as often as i should. I have a few sitting there in my bathroom and I need to start looking after my hair and actually using them.
I love that! I wish I had more frizziness to add volume to my hair.
Swimming in pools or in the ocean?
I don’t use hair masks, I find I don’t have the time to do it. I always have to come back after awhile and wash it out.
How has others made it work?
I definitely need to be more consistent with hair masks, have a few in my bathroom that I use. In summer doing lots of swimming/being outdoors I notice a difference when I use masks
These all sound good but I feel like my frizziness is part of my hair's 'personality' rather than due to external factors. Maybe I just haven't found the right products yet (and I've tried a lot!), my stash probably has the perfect product – time for a sort through and try. Anything I don't like can make an appearance at a post-event coffee meet!
Maybe it is stress or hormones?
Thanks for the suggestions. I love hair masks.
I haven't tried any of these but I love a good hair mask!
My hair is definitely in need of hydration with all my recent flying for work. I have used the above bhave one and it was great.
The pureology mask looks amazing! I would love to try that one!
Received the Delorenzo one in the last rewards room.
I don't do hair masks. If my hair needs some extra love, I pop some oil on and (after about 6 shampoos) it feels soft and silky
Love to try a good hair mask. My hair is far too frizzy and needs taming down.
oh yes please
I use hair masks often. My hair is often dry and frizzy. All of these look good. Haven't used any on this list though.
i need to try some of these
Bhave has some awesome stuff!
I should try one of these, hair masks really work! I just need one that isn't too heavy
Sp luxe mask by wella is amazing for dry hair. You don’t need to use a lot but it leaves the hair feeling silky smooth
Personally I really like the Hask Haircare hair mask sachets, the help a LOT with hydration & frizziness.
Must give a hair mask a try. I've never used one as I thought they'd weigh my hair down and make it look flat. My hair is so frizzy from damage this summer that a hair mask might be the only savior.
I’ve started using Bondi Boost’s hair treatment mask and I’m loving it.
I love hair masks and use them frequently in summers. My all time Fav is from Garnier
I have the frizziest hair ever at the moment and even pulling it back isn't helping so i might have to use a treatment!
Not a big fan of the hair recipe mask, it left a bit of a tacky feeling in my hair. Moroccanoil and original mineral's 7 day miracle moisture should be added to this list
I've been repurchasing that Schwarzkopf mask in the black tub for years!
I've marked Adrianna55, three posts below, as SPAM!
Same here! It is still here.
I wonder if a hair mask will help with my split ends.