Do you wash your hair before or after a hot oil treatment?

Do you wash your hair before or after a hot oil treatment?

First, wash your hair. Hot oil tends to work best on clean hair. This allows the oil to deeply penetrate the hair cuticle.

Can hot oil damage your hair?

Hot oil treatments work best when your hair and scalp are clean. Make sure the oil is not scalding hot when applying it to your scalp and hair. Too much heat can burn the scalp and damage the hair.

How long should you leave hot oil treatment in your hair?

30 minutesWork the oil into your scalp and all the way down to your ends. Cover your hair with a shower cap and/or a warm towel. Leave the oil in for at least 30 minutes—even better, overnight. Rinse out, then shampoo your hair twice.

Can I do hot oil treatment every day?

Moisturize Dry and Brittle Hair It's best to do a hot oil treatment every week or every two weeks, depending on your preference. Hot oil treatments will help deposit oil back into your hair and prevent the dryness that can contribute to breakage.