Monday, July 28, 2014

Q&A: What's the Difference Between Different Hair Oils on the Market?

Q&A: What's the Difference Between Different Hair Oils on the Market?

Conquer hair-care aisle confusion

The question: "There are so many different hair oils on the market that claim to work miracles—what's the difference between all of them?"

The expert: Cosmetic chemist Trefor Evans, founder of the cosmetic consulting company TAEvans

The answer: A few years ago, argan oil and Moroccan oil started becoming a popular way for consumers to de-frizz and soften their hair. Then, faster than you can say "frizz-free," the hair-care aisle started exploding with loads of alternatives like keratin oil, macadamia oil, and almond oil. But while those oils might come with unique names and different ingredients, they all affect your hair pretty much the same way, says Evans.

No matter what they're called, all oils lubricate hair, which tames frizz, increases shine, softens locks, and makes hair less prone to breakage. In fact, argan oil and Moroccan oil both contain argan oil—so they really are essentially the same thing. Granted, that doesn't mean you should start putting cooking oil or olive oil in your hair, says Evans. It's important to keep in mind that the main ingredients in most of these bottles are synthetic silicone oils, which make the products feel lighter on your hair.

The good news is that if you have long, thick, or course locks, any hair oil will help you tame frizz and get super shiny hair, says Evans. Translation? If you’re looking to buy one, choose a product based on another factor—like its scent or price point—instead of the name of the oil listed on the bottle.

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