Grapeseed Oil For Hair? 7 Benefits From High Shine To Growth 

Here, we dive into the oil's benefits and what to know: 

"Grapeseed oil is believed by some to be an ideal aid in maintaining internal health and an improved beauty regimen due to its status as an antioxidant," says Matrix artistic director and celebrity stylist Nick Stenson. Just like your skin and body need antioxidants, so do your hair and scalp. Antioxidants neutralize and stop free radical damage, therefore protecting hair from various concerns ranging from brittleness and breakage to hair loss and graying. Grapeseed oil, especially cold-pressed, unrefined options, are thought to have impressive antioxidant properties1, studies show. 

Hairstylist, texture specialist, and artistic director for Matrix Michelle O'Connor agrees: "It also helps to lock in moisture, therefore preventing split ends and dryness." 

No matter whether you have bouncy curls or stick-straight hair, weight is a common concern for many when using oils. Sure, many with thicker, fuller strands gravitate toward a dense oil, but if your hair can become weighted down easier with a heavy product, you'll likely want something featherlight. "Grapeseed oil is odorless and lighter than olive oil and coconut oil, so it's ideal for fine hair as it won't leave the hair feeling greasy," notes O'Connor. 

As for a temporary aesthetic benefit, grapeseed oil adds loads of shine. Oils coat the strand, and their reflective nature allows light to bounce off the hair, making strands appear more lustrous. Add a few drops as a last step before setting your style. 

However, it's not a surefire dandruff cure, we should note. "Although it's a natural remedy and offers some relief, some conditions will require a prescription-strength skin treatment. Grapeseed oil may be used to complement the treatment, and if it's merely dry or itchy scalp, it can be a perfect natural solution alone," says O'Connor. 

Another bonus of scalp massage is that it promotes blood circulation to the area. This, studies have shown, can aid in hair growth in some2 (because the blood is carrying oxygen and nutrients to the area, which are then used to make healthy hair cells). 

Perhaps for its role as an antioxidant protector or for its role as a superpowered conditioner (hint: it's probably a mix of all the things we've mentioned here), this is a popular oil for those with textured hair. "This oil is favored by many in the natural hair community," says O'Connor. As kinks, curls, and coils tend to be more delicate and breakage-prone, finding an oil that helps strands grow strong (without pulling down curls) is vital.  

When oils are produced using chemical solvents, they lose all the things we love about the oil. As family physician and New York Times bestselling author Cate Shanahan, M.D., previously explained to mbg, they are stripped of their antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. What's the point of using the oil if you can't reap any of the benefits, no? 

There are plenty of hair-healthy reasons to use grapeseed oil for your strands—from helping keep in moisture to being a scalp-friendly option. Just be mindful to purchase a cold-pressed, unrefined oil, as otherwise it's stripped of all its fatty acid and antioxidant properties.