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<h4 class="dechead">On One Hand: Olive Oil: Effective Moisturizer
Olive oil is an effective, natural moisturizer for dry hair. It is an ingredient in many commercial hair products and homemade moisturizer recipes. It is even said to help regrow hair in some cases. The oil can be directly applied to the hair, left in for 15 to 30 minutes, and then washed out.
On the Other: Baby Oil: Be Careful
The main ingredient in baby oil is usually mineral oil, which is derived from petroleum. While olive oil will be absorbed by the hair follicles, mineral oil simply coats the hair and is not absorbed. On most hair types, this results in a greasy mess that is hard to wash out.
Bottom Line
Your hair stylist may be able to recommend the best products for you as everyone's hair is different. Olive oil is beneficial for most hair types but may be too heavy for fine or oily hair. Those with extremely dry hair may find some use for baby oil, but plant-based oils may provide similar results with less mess.
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