Are You Using Hair Oil the Wrong Way?
Hair oil has officially earned its place in the styling hall of fame. It smooths, nourishes, adds shine, and protects your strands from damage. But if you’ve ever walked away from your routine with heavy, limp, or greasy-looking hair, the problem might not be the product – it might be how you’re using it.
Here are five of the most common hair oil mistakes and exactly how to fix them – so you can get the most out of your bottle of The Standard Hair Oil.
1. You're Using Too Much
When it comes to hair oil, more is definitely not more. Using too much is the fastest way to weigh your hair down and leave it looking oily instead of glossy.
The fix: Start with just 1–2 drops of oil and build up only if needed. The Standard Hair Oil is designed to be highly effective even in small amounts.
2. You're Starting at the Roots
Applying oil directly to your roots is a one-way ticket to greasy hair, especially if you have fine strands or go a few days between washes.
The fix: Begin at your mid-lengths and work your way down to the ends, where hair tends to be drier and more prone to damage. Use any leftover oil on your hands to gently smooth over the top layer and flyaways.
3. You’re Skipping the Warm-Up
Oil needs to be evenly distributed, and unworked product can clump or apply unevenly.
The fix: Always rub the oil between your palms before applying. This helps evenly coat your hands and ensures a smooth, even glide through your hair
4. You're Only Using It Pre-Styling
Most people think of oil as a prep step before heat styling. But its benefits go far beyond the blow-dry.
The fix: After styling, use a tiny bit of oil on dry hair to reduce frizz, add shine, and keep your finished look sleek and polished. It’s the ultimate post-styling finisher.
5. You’re Not Using Hair Oil At All
If you’ve been avoiding oil because you think it’s too heavy, too greasy, or just not for you — think again.
The fix: The Standard Hair Oil is a lightweight, high-performing formula designed to smooth, protect, and boost shine without weighing hair down. It works for all hair types (yes, even fine) and seamlessly fits into both air-dried and heat-styled routines.
The Bottom Line
Hair oil is one of the most versatile, hard-working tools in your routine – but only when used correctly. By making a few small tweaks, you can go from greasy to glossy and unlock all the shine, softness, and strength The Standard Hair Oil has to offer.
