How is dry oil different from ordinary cosmetic oil? Useful properties and contraindications. Features of choice, TOP-6 best tools. How to use it correctly in face, body and hair care? How to do it yourself?
Dry oil is an unusual, multitasking and extremely interesting substance with amazing characteristics. It first appeared on the shelves of cosmetic stores 30 years ago, but it gained real recognition only in the last decade, when manufacturers thoroughly revised the composition of their products in favor of naturalness. Why is this oil "dry" and why is it gaining popularity so actively?
What is dry oil?
In the photo, dry oil
A beginner who is interested in a new beauty product and at random has taken a bottle with the inscription dry oil on the label off the shelf will be surprised twice. The first time - when he discovers that the notorious "dry" oil is actually quite liquid and flowing. It does not mix with water, easily spreads over the skin and hair, pleases with pleasant tactile sensations. In a word, it behaves as it should be for a good cosmetic oil.
The second time - when he finds out that a light fragrant liquid is absorbed into the skin in a matter of minutes, softening and moisturizing, but without leaving behind the usual oily film, and the dry oil applied to the hair allows them to remain fluffy and tidy, instead of turning into oily stuck together braids.
The main secret of dry oil is the unmodified silicone cyclomethicone. Its molecules are too large to freely penetrate the structure of the skin or hair, as is the case with the constituents of other cosmetic substances. Cyclomethicone remains on the surface, enveloping the face, body and hair with an airy invisible veil, which gives softness without stickiness, gloss without oily sheen, moisture without feeling of moisture.
Each manufacturer has its own recipe for dry butter, which can include many different ingredients. But, as a rule, it corresponds to a single formula:
- from 30 to 99% silicones;
- Ultraviolet SPF filters;
- a set of cosmetic oils;
- herbal ingredients;
- essential oils or fragrances.
And while the volume of synthetically created cyclomethicone doesn't scare you, silicone doesn't harm your skin or hair. On the contrary, it was thanks to him that the oil acquired an impressive number of fans, and in some cases, fans.
Note! Many brands have spared no expense in creating enchanting aromatic compositions for their dry oils. On the one hand, this can be an additional reason to buy dry oil: turning a beauty routine into an aromatherapy session is always a pleasure. But on the other hand, it increases the risk for allergy sufferers to provoke a negative reaction of the body, therefore, before you start using the new product, do not forget to carefully test it on the skin of your wrist.
Useful properties of dry oil
The value of dry oil for the body, face and hair is determined not only by the presence of vitamins, trace elements, fatty acids and other useful substances in it - many cosmetics can boast of this.
The beauty of dry oil is that the invisible shell that cyclomethicone forms performs several functions at once:
- does not allow moisture and nutrients to evaporate - that is, makes their effect prolonged;
- protects the face, body and hair from the negative influences of the external environment;
- gives the strands shine,
- gives the skin a silky and soft feel;
- dispenses with the creation of a sticky greasy film, which is so often reproached with conventional oils.
Dry oil nourishes, moisturizes, rarely clogs pores, does not interfere with skin contact with oxygen, does not need to be washed off, does not leave stains on clothes and surrounding surfaces. It can be used as a stand-alone cosmetic product or in combination with scrubs, masks, creams. Dry oil is used at any time of the year, at any age, with any type of skin and hair.
Note! The most effective method of using dry oil is considered to be applied immediately after water procedures. In this case, the weightless film will fix not only the beneficial substances of the oil itself, but also additional moisture.
Contraindications and harm of dry oil
As such, there are very few contraindications to the use of dry oils. But what really counts is the following:
- Individual intolerance … If a person is aware of a tendency to allergic reactions to new cosmetic products and scents, add dry oil products to personal care with double caution. If you don’t know, you shouldn’t be in a hurry anyway. In the first place should still go about health care.
- Pregnancy and lactation … Essential oils and perfume compositions can cause an unpredictable reaction in the body, even if a woman used oil before without problems. Well, during the period of breastfeeding, a priori, there should be no extra odors or substances on the mother's skin.
- Skin prone to acne formation … If the pores on your face get clogged and inflamed every now and then for no apparent reason, you should choose a skin care product with increased pickiness. At a minimum, carefully read the list of its constituent oils and refuse to buy if most of them are comedogenic. This group includes primarily coconut, linseed, palm, cocoa butter and wheat germ. But shea, safflower, hemp, argan, sea buckthorn, refined sesame, as well as pomegranate seed, rosehip, mango, margoza and black cumin oil are considered quite safe.
Well, to be guaranteed to protect yourself from trouble with oil, do not apply it to dirty hair and body. Why do you need bacteria and dust sealed under the film?
How to choose dry oil?
In the photo, the Advanced Hair Series dry oil from Dove, the price of which is 370-400 rubles.
Statistics say that every 6 seconds, one bottle of dry oil is sold in the world. We will not vouch for the reliability of the data, but the fact that any more or less large brand considered it their duty to release a branded version of a popular product is beyond doubt. How to understand the diversity that the cosmetic market offers to customers today?
Rules for choosing the best dry oil:
- Rely on your tastes … Tactile sensations and aromas are a purely individual matter; whether the oil is even three times dry and four times healing, it will be of little use if you lose the desire to use this remedy.
- Give preference to convenience … The product, released in the form of a spray, is easier to apply and easier to distribute over the body and hair, which significantly saves both time and the oil itself.
- Ditch multitasking products … Although most dry oils are versatile, it is best to choose 2-3 separate jars for body, face and hair care, as they are better targeted to the needs of their area of influence. For example, skin oil can contain as little as 30% silicones, and hair spray 3 times more to keep the curls airy. In addition, manufacturers often endow the oil with additional moisturizing, anti-aging or anti-cellulite effects.
However, the last point is debatable. Alas, the price of dry oil is rarely pleasing, for branded manufacturers it easily reaches 3000-4000 rubles per 100 ml! So, if we are talking about savings, it is more practical to purchase one all-in-one body and hair care product.
TOP-6 dry oil products:
- Advanced Hair Series by Dove … "Highly specialized" oil carefully and efficiently takes care of the condition of all types of hair. Nourishes, softens, makes combing easier. Protects hair from damage and restores its natural beauty with the help of a healing cocktail, in which African macadamia oil plays the first violin. Manufactured in Poland. Release form - liquid oil, there is a dispenser. It costs 370-400 rubles for 50 ml.
- Monoi de Tahiti by Yves Rocher … Oil for body skin and hair care. It has an exotic aroma and buttery texture. It is quickly absorbed, leaves an unobtrusive "long-lasting" smell. One of the main active ingredients is Tahitian gardenia oil. Manufactured in France. Release form - spray. It costs 690 rubles for 125 ml.
- Lemongrass Vetiver by H2O + … The oil was developed by the company's beauticians to protect hair from brittleness and dryness, and the skin from flaking. It soothes, softens, tones, restores the water-lipid balance and accelerates the regeneration processes, slows down the aging process. Contains quinoa oil, sesame and lemon peel pomace, vitamins A and E. Produced in the USA. Release form - liquid oil, no dispenser. It costs from 1000 to 1400 rubles for 120 ml.
- Dior J'Adore … Dry oil for nails, body and hair has an unobtrusive sensual scent and a magical delicate texture. It makes the skin soft and silky, soothes after sunburn. Manufactured in France. Release form - spray. It costs about 2700 rubles for 150 ml.
- Huile Prodigieuse by Nuxe … Contains a mix of almond, hazelnut, macadamia, St. John's wort and borage oils, infused with vitamin E, famous for its ability to make the skin velvety and "sunny" scent that brings dreams of the sea and the beach. Suitable for skin, hair, can serve as one of the components of aromatic baths. Manufactured in France. Release form - spray. The cost is 1700-3800 rubles per 100 ml.
Terracotta Huile Sous Le Vent by Guerlain
… Has a reputation for being one of the best dry tanning oils. It helps to prepare the body and hair for summer, nourishes and moisturizes, preserves the golden tone of the skin, covers it with a slight shimmer, provides comfort and envelops a cloud of weightless scent with clearly readable notes of tiare flowers. It is based on almond and saffron milk cap oils. Manufactured in France. Release form - liquid oil, no dispenser.
Price - 1500-3900 rubles per 100 ml.
How to make dry butter?
Unfortunately, large companies often focus not so much on filling their products with nutrients as on spectacular "packaging": pleasant texture, exciting smell, tempting shimmer. Because of this, the oils that make up the final product are often over-refined and lose many of their beneficial properties.
In such a situation, dry oil prepared at home can become not only cheap, but also a completely competitive alternative to the precious ready-made. However, you cannot do without a visit to a large pharmacy or hobby store with a large section for soap, perfume and home cosmetics. You can find everything you need only in such establishments or on specialized Internet sites.
Dry face oil recipe:
- Combine 20 ml each of jojoba, evening primrose and sesame oils in a small glass container.
- Mix all this with 30 g of cyclomethicone.
- Enhance the beneficial properties of the mixture and flavor it with 5 drops of chamomile essential oil, the same amount of ylang ylang oil and 10 drops of lavender oil.
- Stir the mixture thoroughly and pour it into a glass vial for storage. Ideal if it comes with a spray bottle.
- Keep the container with oil in a cool, dark place. The shelf life of the final product is determined by the ingredients it contains.
Note! Homemade dry oil should be allowed to rest for a day so that it fully manifests all its beneficial properties.
How to make dry hair oil:
- Take 60 g of cyclomethicone.
- Add 2 ml each of argan and broccoli oils.
- Add 5 drops of mint and lemon each.
- Experts advise adding 1-2 drops of CO-2 extract of rosemary leaves to the mixture to enhance the beneficial properties of the oil and increase its shelf life.
- Stir everything well, pour it into a container with a spray bottle and put it in a cool, dark place.
Do not forget that according to the technology of preparing dry oil for hair, 90-99% of the mixture should be allocated for silicones and only 1-10% for oils. Experiment with proportions. If it seems to you that the resulting product makes the strands heavier, reduce the volume of oils, leaving the amount of cyclomethicone unchanged. So you will empirically determine the recipe that is optimal for your hair.
Note! In addition to the oils listed in the recipes, grape seed, macadamia, and date tree oils are considered a good basis for dry oil.
Dry Oil Applications
The field of application of dry oils is incredibly wide. They will come in handy during almost all cosmetic procedures that you are used to pampering yourself with at home:
- For face … Most often, dry oil is applied to the face in the evening, immediately after showering or washing, while the skin is still wet, and left overnight. This is done under a cream, instead of a cream, together with a cream, mixing 3-4 drops with a single portion of your favorite night remedy. In addition, the oil can be used to massage the face. And if you apply a little on the cheekbones before makeup, it will help to make them more prominent and visually remove part of the volume of the cheeks. Finally, the dry oil adds radiance to the skin in evening make-up, just mix it with BB cream.
- For hands … In hand care, dry oil products are an excellent substitute for both regular and massage creams. With its help, they get rid of roughness and peeling, moisturize the skin on the elbows. It is also very useful to use dry cuticle and nail oil. Simply apply a drop to the outside of each fingertip, massage in and leave for 20-30 minutes. After that, you can wipe your hands with a paper towel, although this is usually not required - as you remember, the miracle remedy does not leave greasy stains.
- For body … The oil sprayed on the skin of the body helps the tan to lie smoother, protects it from dryness, irritation and peeling, makes it velvety, soft, well-groomed. Therefore, it is logical to use it as a means to fix and enhance tanning. And of course, it doesn't hurt to adopt some of the techniques for using dry hand oil: massage, soften cuticles before pedicure, and prevent rough skin on knees and feet.
- For hair … Here the oil has the widest scope of work. Spraying dry oil sprays on your hair before leaving the house should be made another point of your program to protect curls from dry summer wind and winter frost, solar ultraviolet radiation, dust and urban foul air. At sea, oil will not allow salt water to harm the strands. It will pacify the recalcitrant curls of curly girls and call to order, simultaneously eliminating static electricity. Dry, brittle, split ends will heal, especially if you are not too lazy to regularly rub oil into them overnight. Finally, it can be added to masks, shampoos and thermal protection products before styling.
Real dry oil reviews
Leaving reviews for dry oil, users do not skimp on compliments. There are, of course, those who considered the product useless, smelling too bright or too heavy for the hair, but most of the beauties are enthusiastic about the unusual cosmetic product.
Marina, 30 years old
Once I ordered myself oil "Manoi de Tahiti" before a trip to Egypt for a golden tan, and I was right: this gorgeous, delicate smell every time mentally transports me to the sea, the beach, far to the sun. The oil is really dry, after application there is no discomfort, the tan lays down perfectly even, the skin after it is hydrated by 5+. The hair makes it heavier, and it does not look the first freshness, but it is ideal for the skin.
Sophia, 29 years old
I want to say that Nuxe oil deserves attention because of its versatility. Nourishes, regenerates and protects skin and hair. This is a really worthy remedy. For myself, I did not decide which of the products I like more - Nuxe or Caudalie. Both are worthy, in many ways similar to each other.
Larisa, 47 years old
Once I heard the scent of Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse dry oil, I literally fell in love with it. Perfectly nourishes, protects and regenerates. The aroma is really captivating and unique: orange blossom flowers, roses, plums, vanilla and some other sensual notes.
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