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What Are the Benefits of Grapeseed Oil for Hair?

A. Gamm
A. Gamm

Grapeseed oil comes from the pressed seeds of the Vitis vinifera grape. It is typically a light yellow or green color, lightweight and odorless. Due to the light non-greasy nature of the oil, it is commonly used as a carrier oil for essential oils, but may also be used on its own. There are several purported benefits of grapeseed oil for hair, such as locking in moisture, improving shine, preventing future damage to the hair, healing dandruff, and promoting hair growth.

The fact that grapeseed oil is non-greasy and lightweight creates several benefits for many users. It helps the body absorb the oil faster than most oils and also helps other oils be absorbed faster. Unlike hair oil that contains coconut or olive oils, it typically does not leave a residue on the scalp or hands. As it is odorless, it typically does not affect the smells of other essential oils if being massaged in the scalp as part of an aromatherapy treatment.

Grapeseed oil can be used in hot oil treatments to moisturize dry, frizzy hair.
Grapeseed oil can be used in hot oil treatments to moisturize dry, frizzy hair.

There are a multitude of benefits from using grapeseed oil for hair, because it is quickly absorbed by the scalp and moisturizes the hair follicles from the roots down. Several people recommend using grapeseed oil in hair treatments, such as hot oil conditioning. The oil may also be very effective in treating split ends, breakage, and brittle or damaged hair.

Grapeseed oil is quickly absorbed by the scalp and moisturizes hair from roots to ends.
Grapeseed oil is quickly absorbed by the scalp and moisturizes hair from roots to ends.

Using grapeseed oil for hair may combat seborrheic dermatitis, also known as dandruff, and cradle cap in infants. This may be because the grapeseed oil helps to remove the flakes of skin from the scalp and keeps it moisturized. When massaged, it may also improve circulation in the scalp, which may prevent further episodes of dandruff or cradle cap.

Grapeseed oil can help to treat and prevent further episodes of dandruff.
Grapeseed oil can help to treat and prevent further episodes of dandruff.

Perhaps one of the most popular benefits of grapeseed oil for hair is its apparent ability to help hair grow faster. Generally, it is believed that the significant levels of linoleic acid and vitamin E, among other vitamins, minerals and protein, support the reasoning for this logic. It must be noted, however, that more research is required on this matter before anything may conclusively be said about this supposed benefit.

Grapeseed oil makes hair shinier and promotes hair growth.
Grapeseed oil makes hair shinier and promotes hair growth.

Another benefit of using grapeseed oil for hair is that it is hypoallergenic. This means that even people with sensitive scalps may use this oil with ease. Many healthcare professionals do recommend testing the oil on a patch of skin in the rare event of an allergic reaction.

Discussion Comments

rachelsjulia

Does it really work also for hair loss?

turquoise

Grapeseed oil also protects hair from heat. So it's good to use before using hair straighteners or curling irons. The only downside to grapeseed oil is that it's very expensive. I can't afford it.

literally45

@feruze-- I don't think grapeseed oil does a lot for hair growth, but it does nourish and strengthen hair. So when your hair grows, it will be more healthy. Grapeseed oil also prevent split ends and that will help hair grow a little bit faster because hair roots don't need to use their nutrients and energy to try and fix the split ends.

I use a small amount of grapeseed oil as a leave-in-conditioner after washing my hair. It's great as a detangler and makes my hair very smooth and shiny. At the same time, it doesn't take anything away from the volume and doesn't weigh my hair down. Along with jojoba and vitamin E oil, I love grapeseed oil for hair.

bear78

I use grapeseed oil on my face, specifically as an under-eye treatment. It's very moisturizing for skin and also doesn't clog pores.

I had no idea that grapeseed oil can be used for hair though. I usually use coconut oil for my hair. Like the article said, it leaves an oily residue on hair and scalp which is not good because I already have an oily scalp.

I'm going to switch to grapeseed oil for my hair as well. Will it help my hair grow faster? Does grapeseed oil stop or prevent hair fall?

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    • Grapeseed oil can be used in hot oil treatments to moisturize dry, frizzy hair.
      By: thelosteyeball
      Grapeseed oil can be used in hot oil treatments to moisturize dry, frizzy hair.
    • Grapeseed oil is quickly absorbed by the scalp and moisturizes hair from roots to ends.
      By: sytilin
      Grapeseed oil is quickly absorbed by the scalp and moisturizes hair from roots to ends.
    • Grapeseed oil can help to treat and prevent further episodes of dandruff.
      Grapeseed oil can help to treat and prevent further episodes of dandruff.
    • Grapeseed oil makes hair shinier and promotes hair growth.
      By: jedi-master
      Grapeseed oil makes hair shinier and promotes hair growth.
    • Grapeseed oil is lightweight and non-greasy.
      By: Miramiska
      Grapeseed oil is lightweight and non-greasy.
    • People with damaged hair should look for grapeseed oil and other natural hair products that contain no harsh chemicals.
      By: Laurent Hamels
      People with damaged hair should look for grapeseed oil and other natural hair products that contain no harsh chemicals.
    • Grapeseed is commonly used as a carrier for essential oils.
      By: Lucie Říhová
      Grapeseed is commonly used as a carrier for essential oils.
    • Using grapeseed oil on a baby's hair may help with the removal of cradle cap.
      By: sonsedskaya
      Using grapeseed oil on a baby's hair may help with the removal of cradle cap.