Best hair oils: Unlock the key to thicker and healthier hair

Last Published on Dec 10, 2021 18:04 IST

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If you are looking for a haircare hack which is less time consuming and produces faster results, then hair oils are your best bet. Besides improving the health of hair, massaging one's scalp with these oils also relieve stress and soothe nerves.


If you ask your grandmother the secret behind her healthy hair, then she is likely to tell you that the only haircare practice she continues to follow religiously to date is massaging her scalp with hair oils. Oiling hair has a lot of benefits. A good massage can also have a positive and stimulating effect on one's senses. It helps relieve stress, soothes one's scalp, nourishes the hair follicles and keep the strands hydrated.

Some of the hair oils are infused with Ayurvedic herbs and essential oils which help tackle hair fall and dandruff too. Also, oiling one's hair is hardly time consuming. You can apply hair oil just two hours before your shower to get nourished, healthy and hydrated hair.

We have shortlisted some hair oils below which are trusted and are in the bestselling list on Amazon for a reason. Go, check them out.

Almond oil has been used for haircare for generations. Two qualities that work in its favour include its non-sticky formulation and the fact that it has the goodness of vitamin E which provides deep nourishment to hair roots. Regular use of Almond oil can lead to reduction in hair fall, thereby giving you beautiful and strong hair. Because this oil has a light texture, it is ideal for styling and braiding your hair as well. It is suitable for all hair types.

This hair oil uses Amla (Indian gooseberry) extracts to nourish the scalp, thereby strengthening your hair from root to the tip. Amla is known for its hair growth-promoting activity. Hence, it is good for those of us dealing with severe hair loss problem. Amla contains Omega 3 and rich hair nutrients like vitamin C, tannins and amino acids. All four of them help in strengthening your hair. Additionally, it also helps in dandruff reduction. Amla also maintains your hair's natural colour.

Castor oil is known for its benefits for skin and hair. For this discussion, we will focus on its benefits for hair. This oil is particularly suitable for controlling hair breakage and hair fall. It works by softening hair strands, leading to no breakage and minimal tangling of hair. People with curly hair are particularly prone to such issues. This oil also helps in dealing with dry and brittle hair, dry scalp and dandruff. It prevents hair thinning as well.

Made from the crafty blend Amla, Bhringharaj, Svetakutaja and Vatadha, this hair oil comes with the promise of not only reducing hair fall, but also accelerating hair growth. It also is best-suited to get rid of the problem of dandruff. The effectiveness of this formulation can be gauged from the fact that the around 11 Ayurvedic herbs and essential oils were cooked under natural sunlight for about seven days. It is dermatologically tested and is free from parabens, sulfates, silicones, artificial fragrance and synthetic dyes. 

The concoction of 21 Ayurvedic herbs like Bhringraja, Amalaki, Methi, Brahmi, Japa, Lodhra, Manjistha and Jatamansi help in effectively fighting the problem of hair fall. It is clinically proven that this oil is twice more effective that other oils mentioned in Ayurveda. This hair oil also prevents premature greying of hair and dandruff. Besides, it comes with a deep root comb applicator so that the oil can easily penetrate the scalp and nourish it deeply.

This cold-pressed oil is suitable for all hair types and contains vitamins and fatty acids. Its main ingredient - castor oil - majorly promotes hair growth and deeply nourishes the scalp. It is formulated without heat or chemical substances like hexane. You can even apply this on eyebrow and eyelashes to make the hair thicker and longer.

The goodness of Coconut oil and herbs mentioned in Ayurveda such as white thyme, Malakangani extracts, piper nigrum, among others, is what this oil a perfect pick to nourish your hair deeply. It fights dandruff, promotes hair growth, nourishes hair from within, soothes the scalp and alleviate stress too. Give your dull hair a news lease of life with this oil.

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