The best protein hair masks - TOP 5 in 2025

Like our number one hair mask, Yope's hair mask contains additional active ingredients in addition to protein, which have an all-round effect. They keep the hair in good condition, making it look healthy and full of shine. Plant proteins from corn, soya and wheat, enriched with bamboo extract, add volume and protect hair from damage. The protein mask in this case also contains ceramides from olive oil enriched with castor oil. With this and regular use of the product, the ceramides strengthen and rebuild damaged hair structure, reducing breakage. The reishi mushroom extract, in combination with the other ingredients, has a regenerative, deeply nourishing and moisturising effect, while strengthening and conditioning. It has a wealth of antioxidants, which translates into a powerful protective effect. Users of the mask praise it for its stress-relieving effect. It will work well on very dry hair. However, for medium to low porosity hair, it may prove too heavy. It is sometimes claimed that it makes strands sticky.

Trust My Sister has created protein masks tailored to the porosity of the hair. According to the testers and ours, the one for medium-porous hair is the best of the range. We have therefore decided to include it in our ranking for the best protein mask. The avocado oil it contains, rich in vitamins and omega-9 fatty acids, controls frizz and prevents damage by forming a natural protective layer . Rice proteins, together with cashmere proteins, provide optimum moisture to the hair from root to tip and increase elasticity and volume. Keratin penetrates the hair, improving its structure and filling in defects. Baobab seed protein regenerates and nourishes the hair. However, such a high amount of protein can cause tangles and detangling problems in some hair. For this reason, we do not recommend frequent use to avoid experiencing a 'greasy' hair effect.

According to the manufacturer, the protein mask will work well for hair of different porosity. The composition contains vegetable proteins: wheat, rice and oat proteins. The cosmetic protects the hair from harmful UV radiation and also has an anti-inflammatory, soothing and calming effect. Additional ingredients, such as jojoba esters and hydrogenated sunflower oil, have a smoothing and protecting effect on hair, especially hair with chemical and mechanical damage. Galangal extract, acts as a UV filter and also has antibacterial properties and proven anti-dandruff properties. Again, however, like its predecessor, this protein mask used too often on damaged and dry hair can have a dehydrating effect. Hair will become difficult to comb and tangle. On the other hand, at lower porosities, the appearance of a so-called "clap" was often reported. Hair was excessively weighed down and looked unsightly.

The so!flow emollient protein mask by Vis Plantis helps to regenerate hair, giving it elasticity and strengthening it. Rice proteins can help rebuild hair, especially weakened and damaged hair. They also add volume. Plum seed oil is great for dry hair, providing nourishment. Avocado oil smooths strands, while squalene and macadamia oil add bounce and a healthy look. Soothing panthenol is also included in the formulation. Maca root has also been added to the protein mask with emollients to inhibit hair loss, moisturise and strengthen. The only downside reported was that the texture was too runny. And too little capacity, even though the mask has a large capacity.