This Is The Best Oil Mask For Dry Hair, In Case You're Curious

So when it comes to hydrating treatments, you want something that truly puts in the work, which brings us to a recent TikTok video by New York City–based hairstylist Matt Newman: His favorite treatment to coax hair back to fresh and bouncy is a tried-and-true, one-ingredient wonder. No bells and whistles, here—just a trusty argan oil mask. "This is a great pre-shampoo treatment for dry hair like mine," he says. 

Specifically, these fatty acids help smooth down frayed hair cuticles—and as a general rule, anything that helps seal the cuticle is top-notch for soft, shiny strands. In fact, studies show that 99% of the stuff1 is made up of triglycerides, or essential fatty acids. That remaining 1%? A winning combination of potent botanicals and antioxidants, like vitamin E. 

As for the overnight argan oil treatment, the steps are virtually the same—you're just, you know, letting it soak overnight. "For an overnight mask, argan oil should be applied starting from the scalp all the way to the ends of the hair," says hairstylist Lucia Casazza about argan oil's beauty benefits. After your strands are coated, wrap them in a microfiber towel or cap (so you don't make a mess of your pillow), and rinse everything out come the a.m. 

Let's be honest: Treating dry, dull hair is no walk in the park. That's why you'll want to use targeted ingredients that truly withstand the test of time, putting in the work for centuries—like, oh, argan oil.