Written for normal to dry hair that tangles easily, frizzes in humidity or looks dull after heat styling. SexyHair positions it as an everyday finishing and prep oil, so it suits home use as much as the salon chair; no special technique is needed.

It is a good fit if you blow-dry, flat iron or curl often and want a little heat and humidity protection on the lengths, or if you prefer to avoid silicones in your styling products.

Love Oil does several jobs that usually take two or three products. Applied to damp hair it detangles and adds a layer of protection before heat; on dry hair it smooths frizz and flyaways and brings back shine. SexyHair claims it reduces breakage by up to 55% and shields hair from UV rays, humidity and heat up to 450°F, all from a silicone-free formula built around mimosa extract. Because it works damp or dry, one small bottle covers both prep and finishing.

Apply a small amount to damp or dry hair, working it from mid-lengths to ends for shine, moisture and frizz control.

On damp hair, follow with your usual blow-dry or heat styling. On dry hair, smooth a drop or two over the surface to tame flyaways.

Pro tip from SexyHair: mix it with Ultra Curl or Curling Crème to add moisture, especially toward the ends, and help define curls.

Pros:

• Silicone-free formula, per SexyHair
• Works on damp hair before blow-drying or on dry hair as a finisher
• Brand-claimed heat protection up to 450°F, plus humidity and UV protection
• Detangles as well as adding shine
• The brand recommends cocktailing it with Ultra Curl or Curling Crème for extra moisture and curl definition

Cons:

• Contains fragrance and the common fragrance allergens limonene, linalool and citronellol
• Only sold in one 2.5 fl oz (73 ml) size
• Like any oil, too much can make fine or oily hair look greasy, so start with a small amount