8 Best Hair Oils That Make Our Strands Look Like New

March 25, 2025
Deanna Pai, Annie Blackman, & Jennifer Hussein, Allure.com

We know a thing or two about the proverbial snake oil, so when our editors say these are the best hair oils for impressive shine and moisture, we really mean it. If you’ve been skipping these lightweight, fast-absorbing formulas in fear of greasiness, let us quell your minds with the fact that our favorite picks impart a glossy, softening effect without making an oily mess (plus, a few of them also act as heat protectants and speed up drying time—just saying).
Each contains an intensive blend of moisturizing emollients (argan oil, squalane, and castor oil are just the beginning) that can also improve your hair’s natural luster and feel from the roots down, addressing concerns like dryness, dullness, and frizz. All you need are a few drops of these hair oils along your mid-lengths and ends to unlock your glossiest head of hair yet.