One of the most remarkable beauty developments over the past couple of years is this: oil is your friend.

I used to be one of those people who freaked out at the concept of putting anything that wasn't oil-free on my face. Now, I'm a die-hard face oil addict. (<a href="http://uk.lizearle.com/products_details.php?range=94&amp;groupid=225&amp;mnuid=&amp;S=35d472234a6339d5c97ba" target="_blank">Liz Earle's Superskin Concentrate</a> is my current oil of choice.)

The same theory used to apply to my hair—wasn't it all about <em>removing</em> oil, not adding it back in?

Well, no. Not if you've encountered the <a href="http://moroccanoil.com/" target="_blank">Moroccanoil</a> line of products. A few weeks ago, I met with Carmen Tal, the Montreal-based owner of the company, along with her daughter. And hear this: they have GREAT hair. <!--more-->
<h2>Why Moroccanoil Works</h2>
<a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/moroccan-oil-store-products.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-7711" title="MoroccanOil hair products" src="http://beautyeditor.ca/wp-content/uploads/moroccan-oil-store-products-300x165.jpg" alt="MoroccanOil hair products hair serum" width="300" height="165" /></a>Moroccanoil products are all based on argan oil, a wonder ingredient derived from Morocco that is equal parts antioxidant, UV protector, vitamin-infuser and hair-strengthener. So your hair actually looks and feels healthier and silkier—but not greasier—when you use these products. (That's right—it's not greasy AT ALL. And believe me, I would tell you. I have the kind of straight, fine hair that can't handle any type of hair serum, styling lotion, etc.)

The star product in the line is the original Moroccanoil Treatment ($39 for 100 mL). All you need is a few drops: it gets rid of frizz like nothing else and really helps dry ends look healthier. It enhances coloured locks, too—some colourists even use it as a pre-colour treatment because it improves shine, elasticity and the depth of colour.
<h2>New Moroccanoil Products</h2>
Recently, Carmen introduced a few new products to the line: the Moisture Repair Shampoo ($18.80 for 250 mL), Moisture Repair Conditioner ($19.80 for 250 mL) and the Restorative Hair Mask ($39 for 250 mL). All left my hair wonderfully silky, and the scent is to die for. If you're like me and <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/07/03/summer-scent-guerlain-aqua-allegoria-tiare-mimosa/" target="_blank">love anything tropical</a>, you'll adore this even more.

PS: the Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo is sulfate-free! Before you use it, find out my <a href="http://beautyeditor.ca/2009/09/01/the-trick-to-using-sulfate-free-shampoos-and-my-top-five-picks/">trick to using sulfate-free shampoos</a>.

<em>Priced from $18.80-$39. Available at select hair salons across Canada (see </em><a href="http://moroccanoil.com/" target="_blank"><em>moroccanoil.com</em></a><em> for locations).</em>