Best Oil Treatments For Natural Hair
13 Nourishing Oil Treatments That Give Life to Natural Hair
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Oils have been coveted by beauty junkies for complexion cleansing, body hydration, and DIYs (to name a few!), but naturalistas especially know how they can work wonders on damaged hair. Tresses that have been tortured with excessive heat styling or suffered from drying products can benefit from these nourishing must haves. Beauties with natural hair can rely on them to add shine, soothe the scalp, tame flyaways, or even use as an intensive treatment.
To save you time, we rounded up our favorite oils for natural tresses. Read on to find out why they are worthy of "holy grail" status.
Carol’s Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture & Shine Pure Hair Oil
Whether you use oil pre-shampoo or a deep-conditioning treatment, this is sure to be a staple in your hair regimen. Not only is the warm vanilla scent inviting, its mix of calendula, chamomile extracts, and safflower oil revives locks that have felt "blah" for far too long.
Shop it: Carol’s Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture & Shine Pure Hair Oil ($10)
& Other Stories Caliper Body Oil
This luxe oil made with walnut, hazelnut, and virgin plum can be applied to your body as well as your hair. You can't go wrong with a two-for-one deal.
Shop it: & Other Stories Caliper Body Oil ($50)
Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Styling Treatment Oil
Reach for this next time you want a sleek blowout for a night out with friends or your significant other. Packed with keratin protein, this treatment oil is the finishing touch you need to sport your favorite hairstyle with confidence. The light ginger fragrance makes it a pleasure to apply, too.
Shop it: Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Styling Treatment Oil ($32)
Taitu’s Tea Tree and Lavender Hair and Body Oil
The scent alone — a refreshing tea tree and lavender combo — will keep you coming back for more. Work it into your hair or skin whenever nourishment is needed.
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Ouidad Mongongo Oil Multi-Use Curl Treatment
We love that this mongongo nut oil comes in a spray bottle, as it makes it much easier (and tidier!) to apply. The formula — which also contains coconut, American palm seed, and broccoli seed oils — is even better than its packaging. Touted as a treatment for all curl types, it’s equipped to handle everything from fighting frizz to offering protection from heat styling.
Shop it: Ouidad Mongongo Oil Multi-Use Curl Treatment ($38)
Suave Coconut Oil Damage Repair Oil Treatment
Sometimes you just need a simple oil to tame flyaways in an instant. This product is the answer. The price is right at just $6, it's perfectly sized for travel (3 oz.!), and the coconut oil replenishes damaged hair.
Shop it: Suave Coconut Oil Damage Repair Oil Treatment ($6)
Eden BodyWorks Peppermint Tea Tree Natural Hair Oil
This paraben-free oil is for days when a pick-me-up is in order. The invigorating peppermint scent is a treat for morning styling sessions, while the tea tree acts as the solution for a dry and flaky scalp.
Shop it: Eden BodyWorks Peppermint Tea Tree Natural Hair Oil ($9)
Shu Uemura Art of Hair Essence Absolue
Count on this rich camellia oil before a shampoo or try it on those days when your hair is in need of a leave-in treatment. Either way, just a pump or two is the cure for thirsty strands.
The Mane Choice Multi-Vitamin Scalp Nourishing Growth Oil
If you’re frustrated with hair that’s not growing as fast as you’d like, consider adding this oil into your regimen. It's chock-full of vitamins and biotin to stimulate damaged hair follicles.
Shop it: The Mane Choice Multi-Vitamin Scalp Nourishing Growth Oil ($12)
MIZANI Supreme Oil Hair Treatment
A blend of eight oils (including argan, avocado, and jojoba) join forces in this powerful hair treatment. Just a few drops on wet or dry hair are enough to add moisture and achieve a silky-smooth look.
Shop it: MIZANI Supreme Oil Hair Treatment ($20)
MarulaOil Rare Oil Treatment
We can't get enough of this lightweight formula of cold-pressed marula oil for treating dry ends. Plus, the bottle’s sexy black design will give you the urge to show it off on your vanity.
Shop it: MarulaOil Rare Oil Treatment ($40)
Macadamia Professional Ultra Rich Moisture Oil Treatment
This silicone-free oil strengthens strands with its blend of macadamia and argan oil, as well as mongongo, olive fruit, and sweet almond oils for added moisture. We also love that it has a pump, so there’s no cleanup needed.
Shop it: Macadamia Professional Ultra Rich Moisture Oil Treatment ($40)
Mielle Organics Mint Almond Oil
We’re obsessed with this oil for good reason: it’s the perfect texture and thanks to the almond oil, it works to keep breakage at bay. It also has a yummy mint scent that’ll make you want to sniff your strands all day.
Shop it: Mielle Organics Mint Almond Oil ($14)
