{"id":257,"date":"2025-05-02T19:43:52","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T19:43:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/?p=257"},"modified":"2025-05-03T14:39:11","modified_gmt":"2025-05-03T14:39:11","slug":"my-glass-hair-has-earned-so-many-compliments-this-mask-is-why","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/02\/my-glass-hair-has-earned-so-many-compliments-this-mask-is-why\/","title":{"rendered":"My \u201cGlass Hair\u201d Has Earned So Many Compliments \u2014 & This Mask Is Why"},"content":{"rendered":"
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I\u2019m on a never-ending quest for shiny, healthy-looking hair. I\u2019ll try any product or TikTok trend that promises to impart a light-catching lustre, from shampoos infused with gloss-giving glycolic acid to hair oiling, an ancient South Asian beauty ritual. So when Fable & Mane\u2019s Shine Hair Mask, $36,<\/a> made its way to my desk, I was more than a little intrigued.<\/p>\n

Unlike other hair masks, where the star ingredients are mostly glycerin<\/a> and a handful of oils, this one features a blend of black tea ferments (more on this special addition later) and moisture-boosting enzymes. The new, intensive treatment claims to inject luminosity and bounce into the hair. My ends have been extra dull and tangled lately due to the changing weather, not to mention excessive styling. Needless to say, I was ready to get my hair wet.<\/p>\n

After a few weeks of incorporating the hair mask into my shower routine, I\u2019m now ready to spill the tea \u2014 pun intended. Keep reading to discover my honest take on how this hair mask truly lives up to its glossy promises.<\/p>\n

DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=30283X879131&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2FP515197\">Fable & Mane Shine Hair Mask, $36<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11885224.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p>Before I dive into what makes <a href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=30283X879131&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2FP515197\">this mask<\/a> so effective, I have to compliment the scent; it won me over at first sniff. True to its star ingredient \u2014 fermented black tea extract \u2014 the product boasts a comforting chai aroma. I absolutely adore a warming cup of masala chai at any hour of the day, so this scent is right up my street.<\/p>\n<p>Most hair masks I\u2019ve tried are either runnier in texture or are more similar to a thick salve. This mask sits somewhere in between, reminding me of a lightweight body lotion. Thanks to the airy texture, it was very easy to pull this through my thick, long hair with my fingers.<\/p>\n<p>What really clinched the deal was how <a href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=30283X879131&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2FP515197\">the hair mask<\/a> added an immediately noticeable gloss to my hair, which lasted for days on end. Let\u2019s dive into the science of it all.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2>What is the benefit of black tea ferments on hair?<\/h2>\n<p>The main reason my hair started looking instantly shinier is thanks to black tea ferments, an antioxidant that improves scalp health. I asked celebrated hairstylist <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tomsmithhd\/\">Tom Smith<\/a> to give me a deep dive on the benefits. \u201cBlack tea ferments are rich in antioxidants like catechins and theaflavins, which can help protect the scalp and the hair strands themselves from pollution and UV exposure,\u201d says Smith, both of which can dull the hair and contribute to color fading. As a result, antioxidants are a popular choice in hair products, he adds.<\/p>\n<p>According to Eva Proudman, a consultant trichologist at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ukhairconsultants.com\/\">UK Hair Consultants<\/a>, these antioxidants have a positive impact on scalp health by improving circulation, encouraging hair growth and reducing overall shedding, giving it a shinier, healthier look in the process. \u201cThe hair becomes shiny as the antioxidants stop the hair from becoming dry and dehydrated, which causes dullness and dryness,\u201d she adds. Clinical trial findings from Fable & Mane also support this, with 89 to 95% of respondents agreeing that the mask makes their hair look and feel shinier and silkier just after one use.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2>What are AHAs and what are their benefits for hair?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=30283X879131&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2FP515197\">The mask<\/a> also boasts AHAs, or alpha hydroxy acids, which are found in natural sources such as sugar cane, fruits, and, in the case of this mask, hibiscus flowers. They are a popular exfoliant that removes dead skin cells and product build-up from the scalp, which can otherwise make hair look dull, says Proudman. AHAs also boost shine without stripping hair or making it feel uncomfortably squeaky and dry. <\/p>\n<p>But that\u2019s not all: \u201cThey can also help to remove mineral deposits from the hair caused by using hard water, promoting a cleaner environment to improve hair texture and shine overall,\u201d adds Proudman.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2>What are enzymes and what are their benefits on the hair?<\/h2>\n<p>Finally, enzymes complete the nourishing formula. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mehta_a\/?hl=en\">Akash Meta<\/a>, co-founder and CEO of Fable & Mane, the enzymes in <a href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=30283X879131&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2FP515197\">this hair mask<\/a> were created through a fermentation process that breaks down sugar into smaller compounds, making it easier to penetrate the hair cuticle for intense hydration. These are naturally derived ingredients that can enhance hydration and maintain the strong bonds in the hair to prevent damage. Smith is equally impressed by enzymes in hair care: \u201cEnzymes are great for deep cleaning the scalp; they combat the overuse of styling products when the hair has not been washed for a few days,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2>Is the <a href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=30283X879131&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2FP515197\">Fable & Mane Shine Hair Mask<\/a> any good?<\/h2>\n<div>\n<figure><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11879107.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<figure><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11879108.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>While my hair wasn\u2019t overly damaged to begin with, I didn\u2019t realize how much I needed <a href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=30283X879131&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2FP515197\">this mask<\/a> until I used it for the first time. It genuinely took my hair\u2019s shine to the next level. So much so, I\u2019m convinced that you\u2019d be able to see my hair reflect light from a mile away. The \u201cafter\u201d photo below was taken more than two days after I used <a href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=30283X879131&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2FP515197\">this hair mask<\/a>, and the mirror-like shine was still going strong. The fuss-free application is icing on the cake.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s usually recommended to slather a mask treatment on towel-dried hair for around 10 minutes, but Fable & Mane says it\u2019s only necessary to squeeze out excess water before application, and you can rinse it all off after three minutes. (You can use this after shampooing, in place of a conditioner.)<\/p>\n<p>As a lazy person, I can vouch for how this streamlined routine has made my life infinitely easier since I don\u2019t have to climb in and out of the shower to dry my ends and kill time before I can wash it off. For that reason, I\u2019ve used this hair mask a lot more compared to the other, more cumbersome ones in my collection<\/p>\n<p>The hair mask is arguably the star product in Fable & Mane\u2019s burgeoning hair collection, but I also wholeheartedly recommend the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sephora.com\/product\/fable-mane-volumizing-shampoo-for-fine-dry-thinning-hair-P512017?skuId=2763829\">Volumizing Shampoo, $30<\/a>, which makes my hair look fuller with strand-plumping fenugreek extract. As a relaxing bedtime ritual, I\u2019ve also been using the <a href=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=30283X879131&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.com%2Fproduct%2Ffable-and-mane-holiroots-trade-hair-treatment-oil-P456953%3FskuId%3D2479699\">HoliRoots Hair Oil, $56<\/a>, from roots to ends; it\u2019s infused with ashwagandha, a type of herb often used to promote hair growth. To keep my goals of having a big, enviable head of hair alive, I\u2019ll be incorporating all three of these products into my haircare routine for the summer and beyond. <\/p>\n<h3>Shop our favorite Fable & Mane products<\/h3>\n<p><em>This story was originally published on Refinery29 UK.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Like what you see? 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