What to Look for in Hair Oils for Natural Hair

Selecting the right hair oil can help nourish, protect, and enhance your natural hair’s texture and health.

1. Hair Type and Porosity

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Understanding whether your hair is fine, thick, low porosity, or high porosity will help you choose an oil that penetrates effectively without weighing your hair down.

2. Ingredients

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Look for natural oils like coconut, argan, jojoba, or castor oil. Avoid products with silicones or mineral oil, which can cause buildup and block moisture.

3. Intended Use

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Some oils are best for sealing in moisture after washing, while others are ideal for scalp massages or as pre-shampoo treatments. Choose an oil based on how you plan to use it.

4. Added Benefits

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Consider oils that offer extra benefits such as heat protection, frizz control, or enhanced shine. Some formulas also include vitamins or botanical extracts for added nourishment.

  1. 1
    Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil
    1,231 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Lightweight hair oil that absorbs instantly to restore strands to their prime.
  2. 2
    Hairdresser's Invisible Oil

    Bumble and Bumble

    395 REVIEWS
    A lightweight quick-absorbing hair oil for dry hair.
  3. 3
    Hairdresser's Invisible Oil Heat/UV Protective Primer
    1,279 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A primer that starts your styling routine by instantly cutting frizz by 50 percent all day versus untreated hair (even in extreme humidity).
  4. 4
    Healing Oil

    Virtue

    1,045 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Smooth and protect dry, damaged hair in an instant with the first-and-only hair oil built with Virtue's powerful human protein
  5. 5
    Moroccanoil Treatment

    Moroccanoil

    331 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Unique hair treatment to fight frizz, boost shine, and speed drying time.
  6. 6
    Moroccanoil Treatment Light
    304 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Nourishing treatment specially formulated for the needs of fine and light-colored hair.
  7. 7
    Bond-Building Repair Oil Serum

    Bumble and Bumble

    264 REVIEWS
    Luxe leave-in repairs and instantly delivers frizz reduction and reduced breakage.
  8. 8
    Scalp Revival Rosemary Pre-wash Oil for Hair and Scalp
    137 REVIEWS
    An expertly formulated moisturizing treatment oil rooted in rosemary and fortified with vitamins and lipids for a soothed scalp and stronger strands.
  9. 9
    Don't Despair, Repair! Strengthening Treatment Hair Oil
    125 REVIEWS
    Lightweight, silicone-free hair oil that helps seal split ends, repair hair damage, and prevent future breakage.
  10. 10
    True Soft Argan Oil

    Maria Nila

    105 REVIEWS
    Hydrates, softens, and strengthens all hair types for a smooth, frizz-free finish with a fresh floral scent.

What to Look for in Hair Oils for Natural Hair

Selecting the right hair oil can help nourish, protect, and enhance your natural hair’s texture and health.

1. Hair Type and Porosity

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Understanding whether your hair is fine, thick, low porosity, or high porosity will help you choose an oil that penetrates effectively without weighing your hair down.

2. Ingredients

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Look for natural oils like coconut, argan, jojoba, or castor oil. Avoid products with silicones or mineral oil, which can cause buildup and block moisture.

3. Intended Use

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Some oils are best for sealing in moisture after washing, while others are ideal for scalp massages or as pre-shampoo treatments. Choose an oil based on how you plan to use it.

4. Added Benefits

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Consider oils that offer extra benefits such as heat protection, frizz control, or enhanced shine. Some formulas also include vitamins or botanical extracts for added nourishment.