I’ve tried dozens of organic hair oils made with clean ingredients over the last decade! The best clean hair oils act as deep treatments to help seal split ends, tame frizz, prevent breakage and grow longer, thicker hair. 

As someone who’s battled damaged, chemically-proceed hair for most of her life, I know firsthand how crucial hair oils are for shiny, healthy locks. Remember that hair needs both hydration and moisturization, and oils provide the latter. I’ve been making DIY hair oils since I was in junior high so I know what works and doesn’t for me personally. Even the mayonnaise sitting in your fridge is an amazing hair treatment.

My best tip to get the most out of your hair oil

Hair oils will always work better as deep conditioning treatments when used with STEAM. It allows your hair to actually absorb the oils along with all the vitamins, nutrients and antioxidants. If you don’t have an at-home steam cap then try putting in your hair oil during a steamy bath.

I tried Evolvh Better Roots Hair Oil

I’ve been enjoying this lightweight organic hair oil. EVOLVh’s Better Roots Hair + Scalp Oil is both a scalp and hair oil and formulated with ceramides, follicin and a blend of extracts from basil root, bataua fruit, prickly pear, and alpine rose. It’s highly research backed to awaken dormant hair follicles and deeply nourish scalp skin with these 6 clinically proven clean actives. You can apply Better Roots Hair + Scalp Oil every day to just your scalp or also your hair lengths.

OBL reader Lisa says: Well, lets start out by me saying I have never found a hair oil I like. I keep trying! I have thick curly hair and for some reason they just don’t work with my hair. This oil is light and smells good. Just not a fan….

• Follicin, ceramides, basil root, bataua fruit, prickly pear, and alpine rose
• $38

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I tried Agent Nateur h o l i ( l o c k s )

This is one of the more luxurious hair oils I’ve tried and it ain’t cheap! I bought this for $89 buckaroos because I wanted to see if the high-tech actives would work for me. Holi locks is formulated to help with breakage and shedding. It’s called a serum but I discovered that it’s actually an oil. It’s got a gorgeous floral scent so I find that it lightly perfumes my hair at the same time. I love that it has quite a few advanced actives:

• Follicusan™: a milk-based bioactive, containing active signaling molecules, which clinical studies have proven to stimulate the appearance of dermal papilla cells on the scalp
• Capixyl™: a peptide (acetyl tetrapeptide-3) that is combined with a plant-based red clover extract
• Beracare ARS Hair Serum™: a natural complex packed with properties that promote the look of hair follicle revitalization and hydration of the scalp
• Redensyl™: targets the root causes of unhealthy hair

I did feel like this made my hair feel healthier and stronger, but sadly it’s not something I can afford to keep purchasing.

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I tried NOW Fractionated Coconut Oil

If you’re in need of a simple coconut oil hair treatment, then always choose fractionated coconut oil. One of my favorite inexpensive ones is NOW’s. Fractionated coconut oil is going to be absorbed by your hair muuuuch better than regular coconut oil. NOW makes a highly affordable liquid fractionated coconut oil that can be customized for you to make your own DIY coconut oil mask at home.

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I tried Briogeo Strengthening Treatment Hair Oil

I enjoy lots of Briogeo’s hair products and love that I can find them at any Sephora store. The silicone-free and lightweight Briogeo Strengthening Treatment oil is densely packed with hair essential ingredients and a clinically-proven repair technology that works to repair damage and seal split ends. It’s 97% naturally derived and made with macadamia nut oil, rose flower oil, seaweed, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, ceramides, Strawberry Seed oil and more.

• Silicone free
• 97% naturally derived
• Macadamia nut oil, rose flower oil, seaweed, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, ceramides, Strawberry Seed oil
• $30

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I tried Ceremonia Aceite de Moska Hair Oil

Cernonia’s hair oil originally piqued my interest because it’s Latinx inspired and sources amazing ingredients native to these regions. Aceite de Moska is derived from the Dominican Republic, and it’s more focused on healthy scalp than hair, but I like using it for both. If you find that your hair lacks luster and product buildup could be the cause, Ceremonia’s heritage oil helps prevent buildup from products as well as excess sebum.

• For dry and congested scalps
• Latin American heritage product with Aceite de Moska from the Dominican Republic
• Brazilian Pataua oil, Babassu seed oil, maracujá oil, Acai oil, castor oil, rice bran extract and more
• $25 (discount code OBL saves 20%)

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I tried Rahua Elixir

Rahua Elixir is a clean beauty cult favorite made 100% of pure handmade Rahua oil. It’s a  luxurious, concentrated hair and scalp treatment harnessing the power of sustainably harvested Rahua oil from the Amazon rainforest. Rahua oil revitalizes and strengthens weak, damaged strands, leaving hair healthy thanks to it’s active antioxidants, antibacterials, and microcirculatory properties. Rahua oil’s super-fine molecules push color pigmentation deep into the hair shaft, extending your color. It has a grounding, woodsy natural scent from Palo Santo oil.

• 100% handmade Rahua oil
• Intense scalp and hair treatment
• $176

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I tried Badger Argan Hair Oil

• Budget friendly hair oil blend of 9 USDA Certified Organic ingredients
• Repairs damaged hair, Smooths split ends and strengthens the hair cuticle
• Protects hair from heat, chemicals, and UV damage
• Can use as a hair oil treatment or daily leave-in
• Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Argan Oil, Organic Baobab Oil, Organic Orange Oil, Organic Bergamot Oil, Organic Sandalwood Oil, Organic Ylang Ylang Oil, and Sunflower Vitamin E
• $19.99 for 2oz

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I tried Derma E Styling Hair Repair Oil (budget!)

For an oil that’s great for hair styling or if you find most hair oils weight your hair down, try Derma E’s affordable Styling Hair Repair Oil. It’s a clean, highly concentrated, weightless bonding oil strengthens, and boosts shine while repairing strands.

• Ayurveda and adaptogenic ingredients like Amla, Chaga Mushroom, Coconut and Mongongo Oils
• Light oil great for styling and doesn’t wear hair down
• $11.95

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I tried SheaMoisture 100% Jamaican Black Castor Oil

This is my other favorite castor oil for hair! If you’re in the market for a castor oil, I recommend not just any castor oil, but the SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil. Castor oil is very thick and this Jamaican one is a black shade. Castor oil is widely used for hair growth, lash growth and even brow growth. It helps strengthen strands, promote hair growth, and nourish dry scalp.

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I tried Ranavat Fortifying Hair Serum

Luxury Ayurveda based clean beauty brand Ranavat’s Fortifying Hair Serum helps to manage breakage, nourish the scalp, and protect against heat damage to leave hair stronger and softer. The formula is simply three organic ingredients: Sunflower oil, Jasmine Oil and Amla extract.

• Properietary blend of organic Sunflower oil, Jasmine Oil and Amla extract
• Floral Jasmine scent
• $70

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I tried Yarok Feed Your Youth Hair Serum

Yarok Feed Your Youth scalp and hair Serum is an anti-aging hair oil featuring Apricot Kernel oil, avocado oil, yarrow oil and other essential oils. It’s packed with vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants to help with itchy scalp, dandruff, and hair growth.

• Apricot Kernel oil, avocado oil, yarrow oil
• Longevity promoting hair oil
• $32

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I tried Banyan Botanicals Organic Healthy Hair Oil (Ayurveda)

For budget friendly Ayurveda-focused hair oils, check out Banyan Botanicals. B Corp certified and operating for the last 25 years, Banyan Botanicals uses Ayurveda herbs that are organically grown, sustainably sourced, and fairly traded. Their organic Healthy Hair Oil harnesses the power of Certified Organic Amla, Bhringaraj, Hibiscus and Rose in a Sesame and Coconut Oil base. This is a thick oil meant to be used as a deep conditioning treatment for hair rejuvenation, growth and overall hair health.

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I tried Antonin B Desert Ceramides Hair Oil

Created by a Parisian model and hairdresser, Beauty Shortlist Awards-winning Antonin B Désert Ceramides Hair oil is a lightweight blend of over a dozen plant oils and extracts. Ideal for dry, color treated or chemically processed hair, Desert Ceramides Hair Serum contains wheat-sourced ceramides that penetrate the hair shaft in order to fill in the holes left by chemical processing and heat styling. It also contains Desert date, kukui and hazelnut full of vitamins, essential fatty acids and antioxidants to build up your hair’s resilience.

I tried Innate Life Rose Hair Elixir

Canadian brand Innate Life is a clean and organic hair care brand creating hair and scalp wellness products. Their 95% organic Rose Hair Elixir is made of 15 organic oils to nourish split ends, tame frizzy hair, repair damaged hair and add shine. It contains Macadamia Nut Oil, Camellia Seed Oil, Evening Primrose Oil, Argan, Rosehip, Jojoba, Seabuckthorn along with Black Cumin Seed Oil and Rose Otto essential oil. Plus, the entire line is affordable and budget friendly.