In fact, research backs up many of these benefits: Since curls tend to be more dryness- and breakage-prone, though, vitamin E oil makes a solid treatment for curly hair types in particular: “Vitamin E is great for curls as it can [support] growth, strengthen individual follicles by providing lubrication, and improve elasticity, which is crucial to maintaining healthy, bouncy curls,” notes hairstylist Miko Branch, co-founder of natural hair care brand Miss Jessie’s. You also may want to patch-test before applying a vitamin E oil all over your scalp. Says Branch, “While Vitamin E is generally safe for all, those with sensitive scalps may want to avoid direct application, as there is potential for irritation.” In one clinical trial, about a third of participants developed contact dermatitis3 after topically applying vitamin E—so if you have hypersensitive skin, you might want to proceed with caution. You can also use vitamin E oil on dry styles to eliminate pesky flyaways: Simply warm up the oil in your hands before slicking back the hairs. Just make sure not to overdo it on the roots, as they can read greasy. (Unless that’s the look you’re going for, then by all means.) Sunflower Mega Care Vitamin E Oil Premium Natural Hair Oil, Difeel ($2.49) Vitamin E Oil, Via Natural Oil ($4.81) grass-fed collagen+, mindbodygreen (starting at $76) Goddess Strength 7 Oil Blend, Carol’s Daughter ($11.99) Intensely Nourishing Hair Oil, Uma ($70) Gloss So Good Natural Hair Oil Spray, Miss Jessie’s ($11)
