These Coconut Oil-Based Products Will Transform Your Dry Hair

Ask anyone who subscribes to the world of organic and natural hair ingredients, and coconut oil constantly reigns superior. And though, yes, coconut oil is amazing, it's not necessarily for everyone. Much like using coconut oil for skin benefits (ya either love it, or ya hate it), the non-fragrant plant oil can be a game changer for some and a greasy mess for others. So how do you know if coconut oil is right for your hair? Read ahead to find out if it's a good fit, and if it is, keep scrolling ahead to find out which coconut hair products you gotta check out.

Is coconut good for your hair?

Depending on the condition of your hair, coconut oil, which is full of fatty acids, can absolutely be beneficial. Board-certified dermatologist Michele Green, MD, has told Cosmo that coconut oil works to moisturize and soften strands and enhance shine, and that's because unlike some oils that sit on top of the hair to trap moisture (aka sealants), coconut oil soaks deep into the hair shaft to moisturize it.

Head's up, though: If you have a naturally oily scalp, you might want to pass on coconut oil and try a different, less fatty hair oil, like jojoba, instead (it tends to be lighter). And keep in mind that coconut oil has the ability to cause protein buildup on some hair types, so if you notice your hair feeling brittle after playing around with a bunch of coconut-based products, try laying off of it for awhile and switch to a moisturizing oil with fewer proteins, like olive or castor.

Got all that? Good. Now keep reading to find the 13 best coconut-based hair products for all kinds of hair types and hair needs.