Everything you need to know about hair oil
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Hair oil - in this ultimate guide, we're going to tell you everything you need to know about hair oil. Does hair oil make your hair greasy, yes or no? What are the benefits and which oil does your hair actually need? You'll find the answers to these (and more) questions in this blog. Hair oil is a well-known term in the hair world and you've probably seen or used it before. There are many hair products available nowadays, so read on if you're curious about everything hair oil has to offer and whether it's right for you!
What is hair oil?
Hair oil is a nourishing hair product. Hair oil contains ingredients that nourish your hair and give it a boost. There are many types of hair oils, each with different ingredients to serve a specific purpose. For example: hydrating dry hair, repairing damaged hair, or preventing frizz. Each blend of ingredients works to get your hair in its best condition.
You can use hair oil for various purposes. For instance, to hydrate your hair, detangle, or smooth it. So whether you want your brush to glide easily through your locks or want to finally get rid of frizz - hair oil is the solutionSi! Hair oil can also be used while styling your hair. The brush glides better through your hair, drying time is shortened, and your hair won't feel heavy. Also: don’t forget the shine!
What does hair oil do for my hair?
By adding hair oil to your routine, you'll get the most out of your mid-lengths and ends. These parts can become dry, frizzy, or damaged due to various factors (heat, weather, products). Curling irons, straighteners, hairspray, or mousse we use don't always treat hair gently. Hair oil is a great way to give your hair extra care - you'll quickly notice it becoming soft and shiny again. Whether you use it on damp or dry hair, a few drops will make a difference.
What are the benefits of hair oil?
Here are five benefits of using hair oil:
- Hair oil reduces frizz and flyaways – Many people with frizzy or curly hair think it can't be managed, buttt hair oil is the perfect solutionSi. Hair oil helps to control frizz and nourish your hair. With hair oil, you don’t have to worry about frizzy locks anymore! Relax.
- Hair oil adds shine – Besides fighting frizz, hair oil helps your hair shine. Who doesn’t want that? After using hair oil, your hair gets that extra shine you need without weighing it down. Goodbye dull hair, hello shiny hair!
- Hair oil nourishes dry hair – If you have dry hair, hair oil is a wonderful extra treat. Dry hair can look dull and lifeless. A good hair oil protects your hair against moisture loss and leaves it feeling silky soft. Plus, it gives your hair a beautiful shine without looking greasy. Love it!
- Hair oil protects against humidity – Have you experienced styling your hair perfectly only to have it ruined by humid weather? Hair oil can help with that. It won’t change your hair type but it helps protect your hair from weather effects! We recommend Goldwell Dualsenses Just Smooth Taming Oil to shield your hair from the elements.
- Hair oil helps damaged hair – Are you the type who colours your hair often or styles it with heat almost daily? Or is your hair just unkempt and dull? Hair oil can help restore moisture to your locks. For extra intensive care, apply oil on towel-dried hair, so it can penetrate well. It goes beyond just the hair cuticles.
How do I use hair oil?
Hair oil is very easy to apply and has several uses. It can help prevent frizz, nourish your hair, detangle, and more. Apply the oil on wet, towel-dried, or dry hair - focusing on mid-lengths and ends. Below we explain the various ways just for you:
- Hydrating treatment with hair oil – Fun hack: Before you shower: apply hair oil to your hair and secure it with a invisibobble Traceless Hair Ring True Black. The heat and steam open your hair cuticles, allowing the oil to penetrate deeply and hydrate your scalp. Leave it on for five minutes, then wash out with shampoo and conditioner.
- Hair oil detangling – If you struggle with tangles, hair oil can help. Apply some oil on wet hair and gently brush through. Voila, your hair is tangle-free!
- Hair oil as heat protection – To use as heat protection, apply hair oil (with heat protectant – check product description) to towel-dried hair. Then you can blow-dry without worrying about damage!
- Hair oil as UV protection – The sun can also damage your hair, but you want to enjoy sunbathing without worry. Using a protective oil means you can sunbathe without fear of hair damage. The Boucleme Revive 5 Hair Oil is the perfect oil to protect your hair from UV rays.
Which hair oil suits my hair?
Are you looking for hair oil but unsure which one to pick? Below we explain different hair types and which oil suits them best, hoping you find the perfect hair oil now!
- Lifeless hair – With lifeless hair, you want to avoid oils that weigh hair down. A lightweight hair oil for fine to very fine hair without heaviness or greasiness. A top pick is the Indola Glamorous Oil Gloss. It restores hair, gives gorgeous shine, and doesn’t weigh your hair down. To create shine, use Wella Oil Reflections Luminous Smoothening Oil. Its even ingredients give instant shine and bid farewell to dull hair! Use a small amount on your hands and spread through dry hair—too much causes greasiness instead of shine.
- Curly hair – Curly hair often needs more care as it is naturally drier and can frizz more easily. On haarspullen.nl you’ll find many (including CG-friendly) hair oils for curly hair. One example is CHI Aloe Vera Curls Defined Oil. This oil strengthens and cares for your curls. It also reduces breakage and deeply hydrates your curls. Other curl oils include keracare Essential Oils (a blend of natural oils that hydrate brittle, dry hair), Imbue Curl Shine Oil (adds softness, shine, and smoothness with a powerful formula), and Lee Stafford Frizz Taming Oil (the name says it all, this oil fights frizz!). Frizz-free curls, here I come!
- Thin hair – Everyone with thin hair dreams of full, healthy hair. The Lee Stafford Argan Oil Nourishing Miracle Oil can help with that. This oil is also suitable for fine hair, is lightweight, and gives your hair a natural shine without weighing it down! Besides nourishing your hair, it leaves it feeling super soft! Be careful applying near your scalp. Too much oil on thin hair can make it look greasy and limp, which we definitely want to avoid! Argan oil is also great for stimulating hair growth. Apply before showering and leave in for a while. Then shower, rinse, and wash with shampoo and conditioner. This gives your thin hair a chance to grow healthy again!
- Frizzy hair – The CHI Argan Oil will help improve your hair’s condition. After using this oil, your hair will shine and feel silky soft. It also prevents split ends. Use this oil only on your ends. You’ll see an immediate result. Besides CHI Argan Oil, many other oils help prevent frizzy hair. Like it!
- Dry hair – If you have dry hair, try Wella SP Luxe Oil Reconstruct Elixer. This oil hydrates hair from within and protects it from external damage. After using it, your hair looks shiny again without feeling heavy. If used on the right Manier—only on ends and not too much—your hair won’t look greasy!
- Coloured hair – If you colour your hair, it always needs extra care! We recommend Joico K-Pak Color Therapy Luster Lock Oil, which preserves colour for up to 85%. It also strengthens your hair and leaves it super soft. Hair colouring can make hair dull, and this oil restores its shine. Shine darling!
- Blonde hair – Bleaching your hair can look fabulous but also damages it, making it look dull. The Lee Stafford Bleach Blondes Colour Love Golden Girl Oil makes your hair look healthy again and keeps tones fresh. After using it, your hair feels super soft and easy to comb. A nice extra: this oil is Vegan and cruelty-free. Happy you and happy earth!
- Damaged hair – Damaged hair is common... rough towel drying, using heat tools without protection, colouring your hair, you name it... The result is dull, frizzy hair that doesn’t want to behave. Treat your hair occasionally with hair oil! A top pick is Olaplex Bonding Oil No.7. This oil repairs damaged hair and boosts shine, colour, vibrancy, and manageability.
Is hair oil suitable for every hair type?
Yes, hair oil suits all hair types and many use it as a daily hair care addition. Each brand and type has different ingredients giving each oil its own purpose. We have oils made for coloured hair, dry hair, thin hair, and more. The most important thing before use is to read the instructions carefully.
Is there a special hair oil for Man?
Hair oil can be used by both women and Man. The oils mentioned above are based on hair type, not gender, so available for everyone! Note that hair oil isn’t very practical for short hair—the closer to the scalp, the greater the chance of greasy hair.
In the Haarspullen range, there are some oils especially for Man—these are all beard oils. You can view these oils here!
Can I use hair oil on greasy hair?
Many think hair oil makes hair greasy. But that’s not true. Contrary to the name, hair oil doesn’t grease your hair but keeps your locks healthy. Use hair oil in the right Manier: dose the right amount and avoid the scalp. With regular use, hair oil keeps your hair well cared for and in good condition. It makes your hair super soft and gives it a gorgeous shine. So no greasy hair, just healthy hair!
Tip: Do you get greasy hair quickly? Choose a light oil like jojoba, argan, or grapeseed oil so your hair won’t feel heavy.
What is the difference between hair oil and hair serum?
Hair serum and hair oil are very similar with few differences. Like hair oil, serum nourishes your hair. Serum is often used after chemical treatments, such as colouring. The treatment gives your hair an immediate boost. The high quality serum allows a small amount to last a long time. Another difference is that hair oil absorbs into hair, while hair serum forms a protective layer around it. Hair oil nourishes from inside, hair serum coats the hair. This protective layer shields your hair from external influences. Using serum makes your hair manageable and less frizzy. There are hardly any differences, but both are equally nourishing!
