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We’re in the heat of summer, literally, and the sun is strong. We can promise you that your hair is feeling the heat. Overexposure to the sun can dry out your hair, stripping it of its natural moisture. And even in the other seasons, you may be drying out your hair with hot styling tools, harsh chemicals, and overall aging. Thus, the need for hair oil.
Hair oil can help prevent breakage, as well as add shine, moisture, and luster. We spoke to Arielle Perez, senior stylist and colorist at one of New York’s top salons, Vidov West, who filled us in on everything you need to know about using hair oil. " It can double as a product to blow-dry into the hair or as a finisher to add a bit more shine," Perez says. When choosing your oil, she adds that it should be "specifically refined for absorption into the hair so it doesn’t weight it down. (Virgin coconut oil is out! It can cause buildup!) Always start off with half a pump to see how much your hair really needs, and keep it toward the mid-shaft and ends of your hair."
Armed with this hair oil knowledge, we rounded up the 11 best hair oils to keep your hair hydrated and healthy all day long. Say goodbye to bad hair days for good.
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Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Treatment
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Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Treatment
$18 at AmazonCredit: Moroccanoil
Moroccanoil has been a staple of many haircare regiments for years now. Infused with antioxidant-rich argan oil and essential fatty acids, it conditions hair and boosts shine.
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ORIBE Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil
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ORIBE Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil
$42 at Amazon$34 at Walmart$39 at NordstromCredit: ORIBE
This oil is luxurious and lightweight, instantly absorbing into your hair to strengthen and soften. It also protects your hair from frizz for up to 72 hours.
3Best Rosemary Hair Oil
Kiehl’s Since 1851 Magic Elixir Scalp and Hair Oil Treatment
3Best Rosemary Hair Oil
Kiehl’s Since 1851 Magic Elixir Scalp and Hair Oil Treatment
$25 at Nordstrom$25 at Bloomingdale’s$25 at Macy’sCredit: Kiehl’s Since 1851
Rosemary hair oil has been all of the rage lately, beloved for its nourishing qualities. This one is infused with not just rosemary oil but also avocado oil, immediately making the hair feel as moisturized as can be.
Advertisement – Continue Reading Below4Best Hair Oil for Growth
EssyNaturals Advanced Hair Growth Oil
4Best Hair Oil for Growth
EssyNaturals Advanced Hair Growth Oil
$36 at AmazonCredit: EssyNaturals Advanced
If you want an oil to promote hair growth, look no further than this one. It’s packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and nutrients to stimulate stronger and faster growth, resulting in thicker and fuller hair.
5Best Hair Oil for Damaged Hair
Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil
5Best Hair Oil for Damaged Hair
Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil
$30 at Amazon$28 at WalmartCredit: AmazonOlaplex
For those with damaged hair, this bonding oil is the answer. As the only patented system to noticeably repair extreme damage, it can turn dry hair into shiny and more resilient hair. It’s also specifically designed for those who use heat tools daily, giving extra protection.
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Bumble and Bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil
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Bumble and Bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil
Now 20% Off$31 at Amazon$31 at Walmart$45 at NordstromCredit: Bumble and Bumble
A blend of oils and extracts comes together to tame flyaways and detangle hair. It’s clear and quick-absorbing, giving you a barely-there feel.
Advertisement – Continue Reading Below7Best Indian Hair Oil
Dabur Dabur Amla Hair Oil
7Best Indian Hair Oil
Dabur Dabur Amla Hair Oil
Now 25% Off$6 at Amazon$9 at WalmartCredit: Dabur
Amla fruit (also known as the Indian gooseberry) is a great source of vitamin C and vitamin E, which support a healthy scalp and strong hair. The amla oil combines with vegetable oils to form a gentle product that has nearly 15,000 5-star ratings on Amazon.
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Davines OI Oil
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Davines OI Oil
$26 at Amazon$51 at Nordstrom$20 at belk.comCredit: Davines
Coming in as Perez’s favorite, Davines’s hair oil is top of the line. "It’s so lightweight but packs a punch!" Perez says. She adds, "It actually absorbs into the hair, adding softness, instead of just sitting on it. I finish off all my blowouts and cuts with this oil,-and the smell is amazing!"
9Best Hair Oil for Frizzy Hair
Living Proof No Frizz Vanishing Oil
9Best Hair Oil for Frizzy Hair
Living Proof No Frizz Vanishing Oil
$33 at Amazon$20 at WalmartCredit: Living Proof
Beat the frizz with an aptly named hair oil designed to do just that. This five-oil blend mimics the oils found in naturally healthy hair to deliver a solution that weightlessly blocks humidity and smooths hair.
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K18 Biomimetic Hairscience Molecular Repair Hair Oil
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K18 Biomimetic Hairscience Molecular Repair Hair Oil
$65 at Amazon$65 at SephoraCredit: K18
A biotech-engineered weightless oil for hair that needs repairing and smoothening, it reduces frizz at two levels of the hair fiber and gives you 78 percent reduction in split ends.
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Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil
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Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil
$46 at Amazon$46 at SephoraCredit: Gisou
Test out Gishou’s honey-infused hair oil with a travel size that packs a punch and will last you a long time. Sustainably sourced Mirsalehi honey deeply nourishes, moisturizes, and softens hair with each use.
