Frequent hair dyeing and other chemical treatments, as well as the use of styling tools, can damage and dry out the hair. If you are among the many who use these treatments, instead of cutting damaged strands, try using hair oils. With proper use, oil can significantly improve the appearance and health of your hair.
Most hair oils can be used daily, and it is recommended to apply them at least 2-3 times a week to recover and strengthen your hair. Immediately after the application, you will notice a significant difference in the softness and shine of your hair. The results in improving its quality and overall health are usually visible after a month.
The main benefits of regular hair oil use are:
- Regenerate and nourish hair strands;
- Provide healthy shine to hair;
- Make hair noticeably softer and silkier;
- Strengthen hair strands;
- Have nourishing properties;
- Renew hair from the root to tip;
- Reduce hair loss;
- Stimulate the growth of new hair strands;
- Smooth hair and tame frizz (anti-frizz effect);
- Make it easier to detangle and style hair;
- Hydrate hair and scalp;
- Reduce the appearance of dandruff;
- Protect hair from negative external influences…
Due to all these benefits, nourishing hair oils are present in a certain concentration in many hair care and styling products such as shampoos, masks, conditioners, ampoules, crystals… However, the best effects and fastest results are achieved through adequate use of oil treatments, whether using pure, 100% natural oils or products that are a blend of oils with other active ingredients.
How Do Hair Oils Work
Some hair oils have the ability to completely restore damaged hair strands by deeply penetrating the hair structure and regenerating it from the inside. Most of these products are obtained from nuts and other plant fruits (such as almonds, macadamia, argan, olives…) that are rich in nourishing ingredients. These are natural oils that are abundant in fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals which are necessary for hair growth and healthy appearance.
Natural hair oils deeply hydrate and nourish hair strands, protecting them from various damages and negative external influences. Moreover, they help to cleanse the scalp from dandruff, maintain optimal scalp oiliness, and with scalp massage, promote circulation and stimulate hair growth.
Coconut Oil – Excellent Choice for Dry Hair
This oil is very popular and is one of the most commonly used oils in various cosmetic products. Its use in hair care treatments is particularly well-known. It is rich in fatty acids, especially linolenic and lauric acids, which have antibacterial, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties, making it beneficial for scalp health and used in treatments for dandruff. Apart from this, coconut oil contains numerous minerals and vitamins that nourish and strengthen hair.
If your hair is dry or dehydrated, with split ends, this oil is an excellent choice because it has the ability to penetrate hair follicles and restore damaged strands. Coconut oil deeply hydrates hair, giving it softness and shine. It also protects strands from new damages, breakage, and hair loss. It is especially recommended for the care of dyed and chemically treated hair.
An additional benefit is that this oil has an exceptional pleasant, somewhat exotic aroma. The smell of coconut is pleasing to even the most refined senses and has a relaxing effect.
Product recommendation: HASK Monoi Coconut Oil Revitalizing Oil, which has a lightweight absorbing formula without leaving any sticky residue. Thanks to the combination of coconut and monoi oil for hair with other active ingredients, it restores and nourishes the hair, giving it shine. It can be used on all hair types as part of a regular hair care routine. Also, it is particularly suitable for recovering dry and damaged strands. It promotes hair hydration, smooths it, makes it easier to comb, and reduces static electricity.
Castor Hair Oil – First Choice for Faster Hair Growth
Castor oil contains omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E in large quantities. It is one of the most well-known products used to promote hair growth and reduce hair loss. However, this is not its only use. It has numerous positive effects on the scalp and is commonly used for scalp massage. It cleanses the scalp, removing fungi and dandruff, nourishes hair follicles, and strengthens hair from the roots. Read about all the hair problems that castor oil can solve in one of our previous posts.
If you have and love a darker hair shade, an additional advantage of this oil is that it will help your hair stay darker for a longer period of time.
Product recommendation: 100% natural, cold-pressed, REVOX B77 Bio Castor Oil, which stimulates hair recovery and growth, while hydrating and protecting it from the negative effects of free radicals. It can also be used in dandruff treatments, and with regular use, the hair becomes thicker, stronger, and healthier.
Argan Oil for Hair – “Liquid Gold from Morocco“
Argan oil is rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, especially vitamin E. Thanks to this, it is often used for hair care and regeneration. It strengthens and restores damaged hair, giving it a radiant shine. Due to its origin, it is also known as Moroccan oil, and due to the valuable effects it provides, it is often referred to as “gold”.
It can be used alone for intensive hair care or added to conditioners and masks. It is usually recommended to apply the oil to wet hair before drying and styling. For more information, read our article “How to Use Argan Oil for Hair“.
An additional advantage of this oil is that it facilitates the creation of the desired hairstyle and is particularly suitable for defining curls, which is why those with curly hair love it.
Product recommendation: REVOX B77 Bio cold-pressed, 100% pure argan oil of organic origin, which is used for hair and skin care. This oil is not greasy at all. It is absorbed quickly, and can be applied directly to the hair. It soothes “rebellious strands” and facilitates the shaping of the desired hairstyle, with additional protection and hydration for the hair.
Macadamia Hair Oil – Best Protection
Macadamia oil is rich in squalene and omega fats, which are known for their beneficial effects on overall health of the body. They nourish, hydrate, strengthen, and protect the hair from breaking and UV radiation. These are just some of the reasons why “our hair loves macadamia oil”.
Macadamia oil is extremely nourishing and is used for additional hair care treatments. It has a great ability to hydrate, so it is recommended for the recovery of dry and dehydrated hair without shine. It can also be used to prevent dandruff, as it provides the necessary hydration to the scalp. Its use is especially recommended in cold winter days when the hair is more exposed to negative external influences and prone to damages.
Another benefit of macadamia oil for hair is that it enhances the intensity of hair dye colour and thus prolongs its duration.
Product recommendation: MACADAMIA Oil-Infused Nourishing Repair hair reconstructive spray oil, which has an extremely light formula and can be used on both dry and wet hair before blow-drying. In addition to providing hair protection, this product shortens drying time. It is very easy to apply, thanks to the pump spray.
Do you use hair oils and if so, how do you use them? Let us know what, to your mind, is the best hair oil.