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Experts Recommend These Hair Oils for Hydration, Growth, and Overall Hair Health
Get longer, shinier strands—stat.
Whether you have dull, damaged strands that could benefit from a little luster, an itchy, dandruff-laden scalp that needs soothing, short locks that just don't seem to grow, or coarse hair prone to frizz, there's a miracle product that can help: hair oil.
How does it work? Because hair oils are full of good-for-you ingredients like biotin and fatty acids, they can help moisturize the scalp and soften hair, says Audrey Kunin, a board-certified dermatologist. They can even indirectly promote hair hair growth—particularly used in tandem with other hair growth strategies, says William Gaunitz, certified trichologist and founder of Advanced Trichology.
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It's important to pick the right formula, though. An oil that's too heavy for your hair type can actually block hair follicles, thwarting growth, says cosmetologist Ghanima Abdullah. It can even compound the problem of dandruff by not allowing the scalp to breathe, she adds.
If you have fine hair, look for a serum or a lightweight oil, says Michelle O’Connor, an Ulta Beauty pro team member. Those who have coarser or curlier hair types can use thicker oils that have a heavier coating effect, she adds. Just note: The heavier the oil, though, the less you’ll to be able to restyle your hair the next day, since hair may be weighed down.
Ready to score longer, shinier strands in a flash? Check out these hardworking hair oils—they're all hairstylist-approved for concerns like growth, scalp health, and more.
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