Hair oil- in this ultimate guide, we will 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 my hair actually need? You will find the answer to these (and more) questions in this blog. Hair oil is a well-known concept in the hair world and you have probably seen it or used it before. Nowadays, there are many hair products with a lot of choice – so read on quickly if you are curious about everything you need to know about hair oil and whether it is right for you!!
What is a hair oil?
A hair oil is a nourishing hair product. A hair oil contains ingredients that ensure your hair is cared for and given a boost. There are many different types of hair oils, often with different ingredients to serve a different purpose. For example: hydrating dry hair, repairing damaged hair, or preventing frizzy hair. Each blend of ingredients has a different goal to get your hair into the best condition.
You can use hair oil for multiple purposes. For example, to hydrate your hair, detangle it, or smooth it. So whether you want your brush to glide easily through your locks or really want to get rid of frizz – hair oil is the solution! Hair oil can also be used when blow-drying your hair into shape. The brush glides better through your locks, drying time is shortened, and the hair does not become heavy. Also: don’t forget the shine!
What does hair oil do for my hair?
By adding hair oil to your hair routine, you will get the best out of your mid-lengths and ends. These can become dry, frizzy, or damaged due to various influences (heat, weather, products). The curling iron, straightener, hairspray, or mousse we use do not always treat the hair well. Hair oil is then a nice means to give your hair some extra attention – and you will soon notice it becomes soft again and starts to shine. Whether you use it on damp or dry hair: a few drops will make a difference.
What are the benefits of hair oil?
The following 5 points are the benefits of using hair oil:
Hair oil reduces frizz and flyaways – Many people with frizzy or flyaway hair think it cannot be treated, but hair oil is in this case THE solution. Hair oil helps to combat frizz and nourish the hair. With hair oil, you no longer have to worry about frizzy locks! Relax.
Hair oil adds shine – Besides fighting frizzy hair, hair oil also helps your hair to shine. Everyone wants that, right? 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 suffer from dry hair, hair oil is a nice extra treat. When your hair is dried out, it can often look dull and lifeless. A good hair oil can protect your hair from moisture loss and makes your hair feel silky soft. It also gives your hair a beautiful shine without making it look greasy. Love it!
Hair oil protects against humidity – Do you also experience that you just styled your hair perfectly and then step outside on a humid day, and your whole hairstyle is ruined immediately? The right oil can help you with this. It cannot change your hair type but it can help protect your hair against weather conditions! We recommend the Goldwell Dualsenses Just Smooth Taming Oil to use for protecting your hair against weather conditions.
Hair oil helps with damaged hair – Are you someone who likes to change your hair color often or styles your hair with heat almost every day, or is your hair simply neglected and lifeless? Using hair oil can help restore moisture to your locks. For extra intensive care, apply the oil on towel-dried hair, this allows the oil to penetrate well. The oil goes beyond the hair cuticles.
How do I use hair oil?
Hair oil is very easy to apply and has multiple functions. It can help you combat frizzy hair, care for your hair, detangle it, and more. You apply the oil on wet, towel-dried, or dry hair – on the mid-lengths and ends. Below we explain the different ways especially for you:
Hair oil for a hydrating treatment – Nice hack: Before you step into the shower: apply hair oil to your hair and tie it up with an Invisibobble Traceless Hair Ring True Black. The heat and steam from the shower open your hair cuticles. Then the oil can penetrate deeply and hydrate your scalp. Leave it on for 5 minutes and then wash it out with shampoo and conditioner.
Hair oil for detangling – If you have a lot of tangles, hair oil can help. Apply some oil on wet hair and gently brush your hair through. Voila, your hair is tangle-free!
Hair oil as heat protection – To use it as heat protection, apply the hair oil (with heat protection, check the product description for this) on towel-dried hair. Then you can blow-dry your hair without worrying about damage!
Hair oil as UV protection – The sun can also damage your hair, but of course, you want to sunbathe safely in summer. By using a protective oil, you can sunbathe without fear of damaged hair. The Boucleme Revive 5 Hair Oil is the perfect oil to protect your hair against UV rays.
Which hair oil suits my hair?
Are you looking for a hair oil but don’t know which one to choose? Below we explain different hair types and which oil suits them best, hoping you will find the perfect hair oil!
Lifeless hair – For lifeless hair, you want to avoid oils that weigh your hair down. A lightweight hair oil for fine to very fine hair, without causing greasy hair. A top choice for this is the Indola Glamorous Oil Gloss. This oil repairs the hair, gives it a beautiful shine, and does not weigh it down. To create shine in your hair, you can use the Wella Oil Reflections Luminous Smoothening Oil. Thanks to the smoothing ingredients, your hair immediately gets a nice shine and you say goodbye to lifeless, dull hair! Apply a small amount to your hands and distribute it on dry hair, not too much or it will become greasy instead of shiny.
Curly hair – Curly hair often needs more attention than other hair types because it is naturally drier and can frizz more easily. On Haarspullen.nl you will find many (also CG-approved) hair oils for curly hair. One of the oils is the CHI Aloe Vera Curls Defined Oil. This oil strengthens and cares for your curls. It also reduces the chance of hair breakage and intensely hydrates your curls. Other hair oils for curls are the KeraCare Essential Oils (a mix of natural oils that hydrate brittle, dry hair), Imbue Curl Shine Oil (gives softness, shine, and smoothness due to the powerful composition), Lee Stafford Frizz Taming Oil (the name says it all, this oil prevents 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 you with that. This oil is also suitable for fine hair, is lightweight, and gives a natural shine to your hair without weighing it down! Besides nourishing your hair, your hair will feel super soft after using this oil! Be careful when applying near your scalp. If you apply too much oil on thin hair, your hair can look greasy and limp, and that is what we want to avoid! Argan oil is very good for stimulating hair growth. Apply it before you shower and let it work for a while. Step into the shower, rinse it out, and then wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner. This way, your thin hair gets the chance to grow healthy again!
Frizzy hair – The CHI Argan Oil will help improve the condition of your hair. After using this oil, your hair will shine and feel silky soft. It also prevents split ends. When using this oil, you should only apply it to the ends. You will see immediate results. Besides CHI Argan Oil, many other oils have the function to prevent frizzy hair. Like it!
Dry hair – If you have dry hair, try the Wella SP Luxe Oil Reconstruct Elixir. This oil hydrates the hair from within and protects your hair from external influences. After using this oil, your hair looks shiny again without being weighed down, and if you use the oil correctly – by applying it only to the ends and not too much – your hair will not become greasy!
Colored hair – If you have colored your hair, your hair always needs some extra care! The oil we recommend is Joico K-Pak Color Therapy Luster Lock Oil, which preserves the color up to 85%. Furthermore, your hair becomes stronger and feels super soft again. Coloring your hair can make it quite dull, and this oil ensures your hair shines again. Shine darling!
Blond hair – Bleaching your hair can of course be very beautiful but it also damages your hair, causing it to look dull. The Lee Stafford Bleach Blondes Colour Love Golden Girl Oil makes your hair look healthy again and keeps the tones fresh. After using this product, your hair becomes super soft and easy to comb. And a nice extra is that this oil is vegan and cruelty-free. Happy you and happy earth!
Damaged hair – Damaged hair is just around the corner... rubbing too hard with the towel, using heat tools without heat protection, coloring your hair, you name it... The result is dull, frizzy hair that does not want to cooperate. Give your hair an extra treat now and then with hair oil! A top choice is the Olaplex Bonding Oil No.7. This oil repairs damaged hair and increases shine, color, vitality, and manageability.
Is hair oil suitable for every hair type?
Yes, hair oil is suitable for all hair types and many people use hair oil as an addition to daily hair care. Each brand and type of hair oil contains different ingredients, giving each oil its own function. We have oils especially for colored hair, dry hair, thin hair, and so on. The most important thing before using the oil is to read the instructions carefully.
Is there a special hair oil for men?
Hair oil can be used by both women and men. The hair oils mentioned above are based on hair type, not on gender, so they are available for everyone! Keep in mind that hair oil is not 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 specially for men – these are all beard oils. You can view these oils here!
Can I use hair oil on greasy hair?
Many people think that hair oil makes your hair greasy. But that is not the case. Contrary to the name 'hair oil', it does not make your hair greasy but keeps your locks in good condition. Use hair oil the right way: dose the right amount and avoid the scalp. After regular use of hair oil, your hair is well cared for and kept in good condition. Hair oil also makes your hair super soft and gives it a beautiful shine. So no greasy hair but healthy hair!
Tip: Do you get greasy hair quickly? Then choose a light oil such as jojoba, argan, or grape seed oil, so your hair is not weighed down.
What is the difference between hair oil and hair serum?
Hair serum and hair oil are actually very similar and have almost no differences. Hair serum, like hair oil, cares for your hair. Serum is often used after a chemical treatment, for example after coloring your hair. The treatment immediately gives your hair the needed boost. The high quality of the serum makes it possible to use a small amount for a long time. Another difference is that hair oil penetrates the hair, while hair serum forms a protective layer around the hair. Hair oil nourishes the hair from within, while hair serum lays a layer around the hair. Because of the protective layer of hair serum, your hair is protected against external influences. Using hair serum makes your hair manageable and less frizzy. So there are really few differences but both are equally nourishing!
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