Can you use Hair Oil with a Blow Dryer?

People may be afraid of using hair oil with a hair dryer because they believe that the heat from the hair dryer will cause the oil to burn and damage their hair. Some may also worry that the combination of heat and oil will make their hair look greasy or weighed down. 

While it’s true that excessive heat can damage hair, using hair oil with a hair dryer can actually be beneficial when done correctly. The oil in the hair can help to protect the hair from the heat and prevent moisture loss from the drying process, leaving it looking shiny and healthy. However, it is important to use a high-quality oil and avoid applying too much product. 

Monoi oil, such as The Original Hair Oil, is a great choice for hair because it is highly moisturising and nourishing, which can help to prevent damage from heat styling. You can apply a small amount of monoi oil to damp hair from the mid to ends, before using hot tools. Doing this can help to prevent hair textures becoming too dry or brittle and help to reduce frizz.

When you apply heat to your hair, such as with a blow dryer or flat iron, it can also help to open the hair cuticles and allowing the oil to penetrate deeper into the hair strands. This leads to softer, smoother hair as the oil able to nourish and moisturise the hair from the inside out. Additionally, the heat from the blow dryer can help evaporate any excess oil on the surface of the hair, which prevents the hair from feeling greasy or weighed down. A lot of straightening hair treatment now use heat and monoi-based formulas for a chemical free straightening solution.

It is important to note that while monoi oil can help to protect your hair from heat damage, it is still important to use heat styling tools responsibly. Make sure to use a heat protectant spray in addition to hair serums and oils and try to limit your use of hot tools to avoid excessive damage to your hair texture.