Having an oily hair type requires extra care and maintenance as the production of oil and sebum needs to be controlled and reduced. An individual with an oily hair type should have a proper hair care routine in order to sustain healthy and fresh hair that is not greasy. A simple hair care routine consists of a shampoo, followed by a conditioner.
A conditioner is essentially a product that helps to further protect and nourishes the hair after it has been thoroughly washed. Using a conditioner that is specially formulated for an oily hair type can bring about remarkable changes to your hair’s current state. Here are the top 8 conditioners for oily hair in Malaysia.
Can I use a conditioner if I have oily hair?
There has been a long standing stigma against using a hair conditioner on oily hair as it will increase the oiliness on your scalp. This, however, is not true at all because a hair conditioner is necessary in order to regulate the oil production of the scalp and hair.
What external factors can cause the hair to become oily?
Most individuals that have an oily hair type is usually the result of product buildup and improper care of the hair. Other factors that can cause oily hair are unhealthy eating habits, changes in the weather, increased usage of hair tools, medications and stress.
8 Best Conditioners For Oily Hair in Malaysia
1. EVAS Char Char Argan Oil Conditioner
The EVAS Char Char Argan Oil Conditioner helps to moisturise the scalp and hair strands while protecting the scalp from dry flakes. This conditioner is formulated with argan oil as its main ingredient which is efficient in repairing any damages from the root to the tip of the hair. The conditioner also provides essential nutrients to the hair so that the scalp’s barrier can be strengthened.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Steartrimonium Chloride, Dimethicone, Laureth-23, Laureth-3, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Mineral Oil, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Betaine, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Panthenol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Methylparaben, Fragrance
- Country Of Origin: South Korea
- Size Available: 1500ml
Pros:
✅ Moisturise scalp and hair strands
✅ Repairs any damages
✅ Enhance the scalp’s barrier strength
Price: RM45.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. TRESemme Total Salon Repair Conditioner
The TRESemme Total Salon Repair Conditioner aids in strengthening the hair follicles to prevent any hair breakage or thinning which can increase the rate of hair loss. This hair conditioner is suitable for those with an oily hair type because it is formulated with macadamia oil that helps to soothe scalp from redness and irritations that may cause you to scratch your scalp. The conditioner also helps to nourish and moisture the scalp and hair to give a healthy shine to the hair.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Behentrimonium Chloride, Perfume, Dipropylene Glycol, Amodimethicone, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Disodium EDTA, Cetrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-7 Propylheptyl Ether, Magnesium Nitrate, Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Lysine HCl, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, C10-40 Isoalkylamidopropylethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Methylisothiazolinone, Acetic Acid, Methyl Arachidonic Acid
- Country Of Origin: United States
- Size Available: 330ml
Pros:
✅ Soothes scalp
✅ Moisturise hair and scalp
✅ Strengthen hair follicles
Price: RM13.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Dove Intense Repair Conditioner
Dove’s Intense Repair Conditioner is a suitable hair conditioner that deeply repairs any damages that are found on the scalp and within the hair. This conditioner hydrates the scalp to prevent any dandruff or dry flakes from occurring which can further cause buildup around the pores of the scalp. The conditioner helps to reconstruct any damaged hair strands to increase the firmness of the hair.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Fragrance (Parfum), Behentrimonium Chloride, Lactic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Amodimethicone, Potassium Chloride, Disodium Edta, Gluconolactone, Trehalose, Dmdm Hydantoin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Adipic Acid, Sodium Sulphate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone.
- Country Of Origin: United Kingdom
- Size Available: 320ml
Pros:
✅ Hydrates the scalp and hair
✅ Reconstructs damaged hair strands
✅ Prevents dry flakes and dandruff
Price: RM15.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Herbal Essences Cucumber and Green Tea Conditioner
The Herbal Essences Cucumber and Green Tea Conditioner is created to deliver a lightweight feel and natural shine to the hair without making it look greasy or flaky. This soothing hair conditioner is formulated without parabens and colourants so it will not irritate your skin. The hair conditioner contains cucumber and green tea which are packed with antioxidants that will control the production of sebum while enhancing the scalp’s protective barrier.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Histidine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Ecklonia Radiata Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Extract, Zea Mays (Corn) Silk Extract, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Fragrance, Benzyl Alcohol, Dicetyldimonium Chloride, Glutamic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Menthol.
- Country Of Origin: United States
- Size Available: 400ml
Pros:
✅ Delivers lightweight feel
✅ Free from parabens and colourants
✅ Enhances scalp’s protective barrier
Price: RM16.88
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Herbal Essences Rosemary and Herbs Conditioner
The Herbal Essences Rosemary and Herbs Conditioner is safe to be used on colour-treated hair due to its formulation that uses 90& of natural origin ingredients. This hair conditioner locks in moisture deep within the scalp and on the hair strands to promote healthy and hydrated hair. This conditioner is also free from colourants and parabens, making it safe for those with sensitive skin.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water/eau, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Fragrance/parfum, Benzyl Alcohol, Dicetyldimonium Chloride, Glutamic Acid, Bis-aminopropyl Dimethicone, Peg-2m, Disodium Edta, Citric Acid, Histidine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Menthol, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Ecklonia Radiata Extract.
- Country Of Origin: United Kingdom
- Size Available: 400ml
Pros:
✅ Soothes scalp
✅ Free from colourants and parabens
✅ Deeply moisturises
Price: RM16.88
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Pantene Miracles Rich Moisture Treatment
Pantene’s Miracles Rich Moisture Treatment delivers a luxurious and refreshing feeling all over your hair and scalp. This rich conditioner is formulated with the brand’s Lipo-Shot essence that aims to replenish hair that is hollow and strengthen the hair bonds. The conditioner will leave your hair smelling like freshly picked apples and rose after it is washed.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Stearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetanol, Fragrance, (divinyl Dimethicone / Dimethicone) Copolymer, Isopropanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Bisaminopropyl Dimethicone, Edta-2na, Histidine, Pantenol, Panthenylethyl, Citrate Acid, (c1213) Palace-23, (c1213) Palace-3, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone.
- Country Of Origin: Switzerland
- Size Available: 500ml
Pros:
✅ Replenish hollow hair
✅ Strengthen hair bonds
✅ Paraben free
Price: RM35.25
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Naturals By Watsons Aloe Vera Conditioner
The Naturals By Watsons Aloe Vera Conditioner is a gentle and soothing conditioner that directly targets sebum and dirt that is found on the hair’s scalp and strands. This hair conditioner contains aloe vera that is known to have anti-inflammatory properties that relieve the skin from irritations, redness and itchiness. This conditioner prevents the hair from breaking and splitting easily too.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, lsononyl lsononanoate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Parfum, DMDM Hydantoin Behentrimonium Chloride. Tetrasodium EDTA , Citric Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Acetate, Aloe Barbadensis [Aloe Vera] Leaf Juice*. Crambe Abyssinica [Abyssinian] Seed Oil, Persea GratissIma [Avocado ] Oil*, Piroctone Olamine, Helianthus Annuus [Sunflower] Seed Oil*, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Arginine. Lactic Acid. Laminaria Digitata [Brown Algae] Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean] Germ Extract, Triticum Vulgare [Wheat] Germ EXtract, Camellia Sinensis (Green tea] Leaf Extract, Phenoxyettianol, Cucumis Sativus [Cucumber] Fruit Extract, Gluconolactone, Scutellaria Baicalensis [Chinese Skullcap] Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis [Aloe Vera] Extract*, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate
- Country Of Origin: Hong Kong
- Size Available: 500ml
Pros:
✅ Gentle
✅ Targets sebum and dirt
✅ Anti-inflammatory
Price: RM22.02
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Pantene Micellar Detox & Purify Conditioner
The Pantene Micellar Detox & Purify Conditioner provides protection that covers the entire head from root to tip. This hair conditioner detoxifies the scalp from dandruff, dry flakes, sebum and oil while nourishing the ends of the hair with moisture. This conditioner infuses the scalp and hair with essential vitamins and proteins that will promote a healthy hair growth cycle.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Stearyl Alcohol, Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Fragrance (hương liệu), Benzyl Alcohol, Disodium Edta, Polysorbate 20, Histidine, Panthenol, Panthenyl Ethyl Ether, Citric Acid, Mentha Arvensis leaf oil, Mentha Piperita (peppermint) oil, Menthol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Charcoal Extract, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone.
- Country Of Origin: Switzerland
- Size Available: 530ml
Pros:
✅ Detoxifies scalp
✅ Nourishes ends of hair
✅ Promote healthy hair growth cycle
Price: RM29.10
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
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