Hair oil is best used as the final step in your hair styling routine to add moisture, shine, and control frizz.
Here's a breakdown of when and where to apply hair oil:
When to Use Hair Oil:
- After Styling: As mentioned in the reference, apply hair oil after you've finished styling your hair. This helps lock in your style and add a finishing touch.
- When Hair is Dry: Hair oil is generally most effective when applied to dry hair. Applying it to wet hair can sometimes weigh it down.
- As Needed: Use hair oil whenever your hair looks or feels dry, frizzy, or lacks shine.
Where to Use Hair Oil:
- Hair Ends: Focus application on the ends of your hair, which are prone to dryness and split ends.
- Frizzy Areas: Target any areas that tend to frizz. This is often around the crown or hairline.
- Flyaways: Use a tiny amount of oil to smooth down flyaways and stray hairs.
How to Apply Hair Oil:
- Start Small: Begin with a small amount of hair oil. A few drops are usually enough.
- Rub Between Palms: Rub the oil between your palms to warm it and distribute it evenly.
- Apply to Hair: Gently smooth the oil through your hair, focusing on the areas mentioned above.
- Avoid Roots: Avoid applying hair oil directly to your roots, which can make your hair look greasy.
Benefits of Using Hair Oil:
- Moisture: Adds moisture to dry, brittle hair.
- Shine: Enhances the shine and vibrancy of your hair.
- Frizz Control: Smooths down frizz and flyaways.
- Protection: Some hair oils offer heat protection and protect from environmental damage.
Example:
If you've just finished blow-drying your hair and notice some frizz around the crown, take one to two drops of hair oil, rub it between your palms, and gently smooth it over the frizzy areas. You can also use a tiny bit on your ends for extra shine.
