Most of us are familiar with argan oil and, at the very least, know that itโs a key ingredient in many moisturizing products, from skin care to hair care. Itโs been used for centuries as an essential oil in beauty regimens around the world and hailed for its nourishing and hydrating properties. What many of us donโt know is that this rare oil comes from a nut that grows only in Moroccoโspecifically in the Argan Woodlands.
โThe argan tree is unique because its deep roots and little leaves make it able to resist strong winds and retain lots of moisture,โ explains Jenna Flory, spa manager at Beach House Day Spa in Birmingham, Michigan. The oil itself is high in nourishing nutrients, including vitamin E, antioxidants, as well as fatty acids, which work to hydrate, soften, and increase hair elasticity, according to Flory.
7 Argan Oil Hair Benefits
When it comes to its use on hair, there is more than one way to make argan oil work hard for your strands. Here are some expert-approved ways your hair can benefit from argan oil.
1. UV protection
They donโt make many sunscreens for hair, but that doesnโt mean you shouldnโt protect your strands from the sunโs harmful UV rays. Lauren Paglionico, hair colorist and owner of LRN Beauty in New York City, recommends applying argan oil to your hair before heading to the beachโor really any time you plan to be outside for longer than a few minutes. โThis will not only help your hair to stay healthy, but it will also prevent your color from fading.โ
Apply directly to your strands, or use a hair conditioning spray with hair-strengthening ingredients like argan oil, coconut milk, and coconut oil.
2. Hair mask
If you have a big event coming up, you can actually use argan oil as a hair mask for a boost of shine and hydration.
โUsing a generous amount of argan oil, massage it well into your scalp, hair, and ends, then wrap your hair in a towel to prevent staining. Let the argan oil work its magic for a few hours, or overnight if you prefer,โ says Marina Perkovic, hairstylist at Eliut Salon in New York City. โBest of all, you didnโt expose your hair to any harsh chemicals or products for this great look and feel to your hair.โ
3. Heat protectant
Before taking a blow dryer, straightener, or curling iron to your hair, lather your strands with argan oil. Itโs best applied to hair thatโs damp so that youโre scoring the most benefits, according to Paglionico. This helps prevent it from breakage when itโs exposed to high heat.
4. Split end treatment
Paglionico also suggests using argan oil on the very ends of your hair to strengthen the cuticle from within and prevent breakage in the form of split ends.
โJust remember, a little goes a long way,โ she says. โLuckily, this oil is not heavy, so your hair will not look greasy.โ
5. Tame frizz
You know those annoying flyaways that are terrible in the summer heat and just as pesky during the freezing cold winter? Get rid of them with a few drops of argan oil. โDoing this before you blow dry will help fill the cuticle,โ says Paglionico. Or keep this homemade conditioning anti-frizz spray for a quick spritz to fight frizz.
6. Pre-shampoo conditioning treatment
You can also use argan oil as a conditioning treatment. โSimply apply a small amount from roots to ends, comb your hair, and ring out excess water. Then let it sit for 10 minutes or even overnight,โ says Paglionico. โShampoo, condition, and style as usual.โ You can also try this deep conditioning treatment using coconut oil!
7. Hydrate your scalp
Itchy scalp? No problem. Just apply some argan oil to amp up the hydration. โBefore showering, you can apply a few drops to your dry scalp to help with an itchy scalp and dandruff,โ suggests Miko Branch, Co-Founder and CEO of Miss Jessieโs Haircare. Try this simple hair serum recipe with lavender and rosemary essential oils.
This post was medically reviewed by Dr. Jennifer Haley, a board-certified dermatologist with extensive experience in medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology. Learn more about Hello Glowโs medical reviewers here. As always, this is not personal medical advice, and we recommend that you talk with your doctor.
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