Hair Oiling 101: The Right Way, Backed by Science
Which oils actually penetrate the hair shaft, coconut vs argan vs mineral oil, how long to leave oil in, and whether to oil your scalp at all.
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Haircare for the scalp, not just the strands
Hair is dead; the scalp is not. Almost everything that changes how hair grows happens at the root, which is where these guides start.
The short answer
Hair cannot be repaired in the way skin can — it has no living cells to heal. What products do is seal, smooth and prevent further damage, which is why prevention and scalp health matter more than any repair claim.
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