In short the answer is yes – argan oil is a flexible and easy way to hydrate, protect and boost shine. Just make sure to apply only the necessary amount based on what you want to get out of it.
Argan oil is known to be super lightweight so you can apply it without your hair being visibly greasy or heavy. Unlike other oils, whilst being lightweight, it is still packed with benefits such as fatty acids which help with getting healthier, shinier and stronger hair.
Leaving Argan oil in through the day can help to protect your hair from day to day wear and tear, target dryness or damage caused by going out and and about, or breakage due to styling and weather.
How to use Argan oil in the day
There are a few ways you can use argan oil through the day, lets break them down:
| Goal | Action |
| Treatment | Put on a small amount to dry or slightly damp hair, starting from the mid to end of your hairs. This will help to reduce frizz, detangle and add shine. |
| General protection | Add a few drops to coat your hair strands and lock in the moisture. This will help keep your hair hydrated through the day, whilst protecting it from the elements e.g. wind and sun. Top it off with either a braid or bun to hold it all together. |
| Nourishing the scalp | If you already have a dry or flaky scalp, focus on massaging a few drops onto your scalp, remember not to use too much oil to avoid product buildup and greasiness. |
Will argan oil make my hair look oily?
Yes, it can, but that will only happen if you OVERUSE the oil. Overuse of anything can have negative affects and stunt the benefits.
Remember, Argan oil is very lightweight, so you typically wont get oily hair if you use the appropriate amount. As a rule of thumb use:
- 2–3 drops for fine or oily hair
- 5–8 drops for thick, dry, or curly hair
If you’re out and about, apply to the mid to ends for a non-greasy look whilst getting the benefits. This is when you just want a revitalised, thicker and shinier look.
If you want a deeper treatment e.g. for a dry, irritated and itchy scalp, or hair loss, massage deeper onto your roots and scalp, then put it in a braid or bun.
Can you leave Argan Oil too long in your hair?
No, you actually can’t!
Argan oil doesn’t expire so its fine to sit in your hair and treat or replenish it through the day.
Just remember you naturally secrete oils as well as other things such as sweat through the day. This will make your hair start to feel heavy or greasier by the evening. Mix that with any oils and thats what we call build up which can have a negative impact!
Rule of thumb : Apply Argan oil either a few hours before a shower or overnight and then just rinse your hair or wash it out using a shampoo.