Cree Soft Plus Hydra Therapy Mask — 500ml is the deep-conditioning treatment mask from Cree's Soft Plus Hydra Therapy collection — a weekly or bi-weekly intensive hydration treatment formulated to reverse the effects of dryness, damage, and chemical stress on the hair, restoring it to a softer, stronger, and more luminous condition with every application.
While a daily conditioner maintains hair's moisture balance at the surface level, a deep conditioning mask penetrates further into the cortex of the hair shaft to address structural damage and chronic moisture deficit that a rinse-out conditioner cannot fully reach. Cree's Hydra Therapy Mask is the most intensive product in the Soft Plus line — a rich, creamy treatment that should be applied weekly to very dry or damaged hair and bi-weekly to hair in good condition to maintain optimal health. The 500ml size reflects the professional nature of this mask: it is designed for salon use where it will be applied to multiple clients per bottle, as well as for retail to clients who want to continue the Hydra Therapy treatment at home between appointments. The mask's formula combines deep-acting humectants, emollients, and conditioning proteins to soften the cuticle, fill in damage along the hair shaft, and restore suppleness and elasticity to brittle or over-processed hair. After a single application, clients notice dramatically improved softness, easier detangling, and a natural shine that is the signature result of a well-hydrated, healthy hair cuticle.
Key Features
- Deep-conditioning treatment mask with a rich, creamy formula that penetrates the hair cortex for intensive repair
- Combines humectants, emollients, and conditioning proteins for triple-action hydration, softening, and strength restoration
- Designed for weekly use on dry or damaged hair — reverses the effects of heat styling, chemical processing, and environmental stress
- Restores elasticity and suppleness to brittle, over-processed hair that snaps or breaks under minimal tension
- Dramatically improves detangling ease, softness, and shine after a single application
- 500ml professional size for salon use and retail — delivers multiple full-head applications per jar
How to Use
After shampooing, squeeze out excess water from the hair until it is damp but not dripping. Apply a generous amount of Cree Soft Plus Hydra Therapy Mask from roots to ends, working through each section to ensure full saturation. For enhanced penetration, cover the hair with a plastic processing cap and apply gentle heat with a hooded dryer or steamer for 10–15 minutes — heat opens the cuticle and allows the active ingredients to penetrate more deeply. Without heat, leave the mask on for a minimum of 5–10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with cool water to seal the cuticle and lock in the treatment benefits. Use weekly for dry or damaged hair, or bi-weekly for hair in normal condition as ongoing maintenance.
Best For
- Severely dry, brittle, or chemically over-processed hair requiring intensive structural repair and moisture restoration
- Weekly salon treatment services for clients with chronically dry or damaged hair types
- Color, bleach, perm, or relaxer clients who need a regular intensive conditioning treatment to offset chemical service damage
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How often should the Cree Soft Plus Hydra Therapy Mask be used?
A: For dry or damaged hair, weekly use is recommended until hair health is restored, then bi-weekly for ongoing maintenance. Hair in good condition benefits from monthly use as a preventive deep conditioning treatment.
Q: Can the Cree Hydra Therapy Mask be used with a steamer or hooded dryer?
A: Yes, and it is recommended for maximum results. Applying heat during the mask treatment opens the hair cuticle, allowing the moisturizing and conditioning ingredients to penetrate more deeply into the cortex for a more significant restoration effect — particularly beneficial for severely damaged or highly porous hair.
