- By Bornika Das
- Tue, 05 Aug 2025 02:13 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Hair Oils For Frizzy Hair: Most women suffer from hair feeling dry, brittle and impossible to manage, no matter how many products they try. Frizz, split ends and breakage are common concerns that show signs that the hair is in desperate need of nourishment and repair. In recent times, the constant exposure to heat styling, pollution, chemical treatments and even harsh shampoos, the hair to lose its natural oils and moisture barrier, leaving it damaged, dry and in need of some TLC. Damaged hair feels rough, looks dull and is prone to breakage and can be miraculously fixed with the help of hair oils.
Hair oils are rich in essential fatty acids, antioxidants and vitamins that work wonders in providing nourishment to the damaged and frizzy hair. These hair oils benefit the strands by restoring shine, strengthening and providing softness to the most frizz-prone hair. The right use of hair oils, including ingredients like argan, coconut, jojoba and others, helps repair and rejuvenate the strands, bringing back the bounce and shine. Here are the seven hair oils that help manage damage and frizzy hair.
Hair Oils For Frizzy And Damaged Hair
Argan Oil
Also known as ‘liquid gold’, argan oil is rich in vitamin E, antioxidants and fatty acids that hydrate the hair and cure the split ends. It tames the frizz while adding glossy shine to the hair without weighing it down. Apply a few drops to towel-dried hair, focusing on the mid-lengths and ends of the hair.
ALSO READ: How To Make DIY Tomato Hair Mask To Tame Hair Frizz?
Coconut Oil
Packed with lauric acid, coconut oil penetrates deep into the hair shaft to minimise protein loss and allows moisture reinstatement. It softens brittle strands, minimises breakage and restores elasticity after being exposed to heat. Warm the oil slightly and then massage it into the scalp. Leave the oil for at least 30 minutes or overnight and then follow it as a shampoo. It can be used as a pre-wash treatment or simply as an overnight mask for deeply manageable ends.
Jojoba Oil
This oil looks and acts similarly to the sebum produced by the scalp and can help balance the oil levels on the scalp while moisturising heat-damaged hair. It coats the strands with a protective layer to help retain moisture and smooth the frizzy hair without looking greasy. Use 3-4 drops on dry or damp hair, leaving it in like a light serum. You can also massage into the scalp 15 minutes before washing.
Olive Oil
It contains many antioxidants and vitamins A and E that can fortify the hair cuticle to allow moisture to lock in. It can weigh and soften dry strands and help control hair fall as well. Warm the oil slightly before application to help it sink in better. Apply to damp hair, cover with a shower cap and wait 30–45 minutes. Shampoo thoroughly afterwards to avoid greasiness.
Hair Oils For Frizzy And Brittle Hair (Image Credits: Canva)
Almond Oil
Rich in vitamins E and omega-9 fatty acids, almond oil helps nourish the hair from root to tip. It can help soften rough strands, improve the overall texture of the hair and help to protect it against UV damage and damage from heat. Almond oil also helps promote healthy hair growth. Warm slightly and apply from roots to tips. Leave for at least 1 hour or overnight before shampooing.
ALSO READ: Can These 6 DIY Shampoos Tame Monsoon Hair Frizz Naturally?
Castor Oil
It is thick and rich in ricinoleic acid. Castor oil may support hair health by deeply moisturising the hair and reducing breakage. Castor oil also creates a protective seal over the hair, allowing it to withstand the stressors of heat. Combine with a lighter carrier oil (coconut or almond oil) and apply to scalp and strands of hair. Leave on overnight, and then shampoo out twice afterwards.
Avocado Oil
Packed with plenty of nutrient-rich biotin, amino acids, vitamins A, D and E, avocado oil will penetrate the hair shaft and deeply nourish it, repairing it at the same time. Avocado oil helps to strengthen weak areas while smoothing the cuticles and improving moisture retention. Generously apply and massage into the scalp. Cover hair with a towel or shower cap and leave for 20-30 minutes and shampoo. This oil helps to manage damaged and frizzy hair while repairing and restoring elasticity.