Best oil on Reddit
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#1
Avocado Oil
4.7
(9)
"Any neutral oil with a high smoke point. Avocado, Ghee, and tallow work well."
"I second avocado oil."
"Avocado oil is great."
"Fre shavoca do works great for me."
"I've been using avocado oil to season both my cast iron and carbon steel with great results."
"If you are looking for replacement for frying go Avocado oil. Has the highest smoke point."
"You can get some really good avocado oil as a carrier."
"Avocado oil for me... I feel when I do avocado oil the seasoning is much stronger."
"Avocado oil is beneficial for high porosity hair."
#2
Crisco
4.9
(8)
"Crisco never fails."
"Crisco."
"I've tried every oil under the sun at one point or another, but Crisco has been by far the best for me."
"Crisco, Grapeseed, coconut oil, canola, avocado,lard, tallow… I use all of them and alternate."
"Crisco!!!"
"Crisco. I season ~500++ pans a year and it is all I use."
"I've had good success with crisco!"
"I used flaxseed for a bit then went right back to Crisco."
#3
Olive Oil
4.0
(8)
"Olive oil."
"I use olive oil mostly, but have had good luck with grape seed oil too."
"Olive oil and vegetable/canola oil are great if you just want an all-purpose neutral oil that you can make anything out of."
"Use a quality olive oil that’s not Extra Virgin - less of a strong taste."
"Olive oil works great! Just not extra virgin olive oil because it ends up tasting very bitter."
"Olive oil is also good for high porosity hair."
"I use olive oil. Be aware that it does go rancid after a while."
"Olive oil works too but I've known it to be comedogenic."
#4
Grapeseed Oil
4.0
(7)
"Any light weight oils grape seed, jojoba.."
"I use grapeseed oil but I cook with butter and bacon regularly."
"I use grapeseed to season and lard 95% of the time I cook."
"Grapeseed oil or Buzzywaxx."
"Another vote for grapeseed oil here."
"Grape seed oil for me."
"I use grape seed and canola oil when adding seasoning."
#5
Ouai
5.0
(5)
"The winner for me is OUAI and it happens to smell wonderful."
"I love the ouai oil for my ends!"
"OUAI is my favorite since it absorbs so well and leaves my hair feeling soft and healthy"
"I really like the ouai one"
"I've tried multiple different hair oils and the ouai hair oil is the best I've ever tried."
#6
Jojoba Oil
4.6
(5)
"I mix jojoba, vitamin E, couple drops of tea tree essential, and a little of Jamaican black castor to thicken it up."
"Jojoba is really nice and light."
"Straight jojoba oil would probably be better."
"But I've heard virgin oil is a good oil for growth and dry scalp."
"Jojoba oil is good for high porosity hair and should not be that expensive."
#7
Beef Tallow
5.0
(4)
"Beef tallow is preferred."
"Beef tallow 100%."
"Beef tallow, avocado oil and clarified butter are my go to"
"Beef tallow, ghee and avocado oil."
#8
Davines
5.0
(4)
"I would also recommend their "oil not oil" oil, which is a super confusing name but the product is a blend between oil and gel."
"I have tried all three and Davines Oi wins, hands down."
"I love my Davines Oi oil. You can also get it in a travel size to avoid wasting money if you don’t like it."
"Davines oi oil!"
#9
Canola Oil
4.3
(4)
"Canola oil has worked great for me for years - no issues."
"I use plain old canola or whatever vegetable oil is on the counter."
"I like either canola or grapeseed oils."
"I use canola oil. Thinly applied."
#10
Coconut Oil
3.8
(4)
"Coconut oil is what I’ve always used. Plus it smells nice"
"If you're near a Costco - hard to go wrong with the coconut oil."
"Coconut oil is a cheap and easy hair oil option."
"Coconut oil is highly reactive for a lot of people I know for me it can cause breakouts."
#11
Pennzoil
5.0
(3)
"5w-30 penzoil platinum is very good, affordable, and available just about anywhere"
"Been using Pennzoil since I've had the car and had 0 issues."
"Pennzoil platinum"
#12
Mineral Oil
4.3
(3)
"Nothing but mineral oil, cheap and it works."
"Plain mineral oil. Many brands will sell lemon oil for fretboard but that's just lemon scented mineral oil so it's perfect for hydrating a rosewood fretboard."
"Mineral oil is great for cutting boards. Reapply when the board looks dry."
#13
Bacon Grease
5.0
(2)
"Bacon grease from cooking bacon."
"Buddy, I built Mayo out of bacon grease."
#14
Kerastase
5.0
(2)
"It’s lightweight and hydrating without being greasy or weighing my curls down."
"I have fine curly hair & really like Kerastase Curl Manifesto oil. It helps with frizz and shine but doesn’t weigh my hair down."
#15
Verb
5.0
(2)
"Verb Ghost oil!"
"Verb Ghost Oil is amazing!"
#16
OUAI Hair Oil
5.0
(2)
"I am on my third bottle of Oui! I love the results and it doesn't look greasy at all."
"Oaui is the only hair oil I've ever used that doesn't leave my hair greasy."
#17
Moroccanoil
5.0
(2)
"Moroccan oil - light formula (love the scent!)"
"I've been using Moroccan Oil Treatment on it after styling and it works really well."
#18
Fable and Mane
5.0
(2)
"Fable and Mane Mahamane is a great post wash hair oil."
"I love fable and mane hair oil."
#19
Fractionated Coconut Oil
4.5
(2)
"Fractionated coconut oil"
"I use fractionated coconut oil, colorless, and does not go rancid as quickly as regular oils."
#20
Castor Oil
4.5
(2)
"Castor oil has done wonders for my hair."
"Castor oil is also a cheap and easy hair oil option."
#21
OEM
4.5
(2)
"Can't go wrong with OEM and 5K mile oil changes."
"Sometimes I use OEM and sometimes BOSCH."
#22
Avocado
4.5
(2)
"For me the best is avocado oil."
"I only use avocado oil, it is pretty flavorless and heart healthy."
#23
Rotella
4.5
(2)
"Rotella 0w-40 for winter."
"I'm a Rotella person too, especially bc the interval on these is so frequent and it's only $5 a quart."
#24
Sesame
4.0
(2)
"I use both sesame oil and ghee, sesame oil removes negative energies."
"Sesame oil, mustard oil or ghee. Any of them are fine."
#25
Rotella T4
4.0
(2)
"I've been using rotella t4 in my 01 all year, no issues and relatively inexpensive."
"Rotella t4"
#26
Tractor Supply Bar Oil
4.0
(2)
"I run the tractor supply bar oil in my saws no troubles."
"Personally, i just use the cheap bar oil that tractor supply, home depot, auto parts store, etc has."
#27
Dollarwise CBD Oil
5.0
(1)
"Check out dollarwise. It’s owned by HOP Energy and you can order online whatever quantity you want."
#28
Barleans
5.0
(1)
"I only ever use human grade: Barleans, Nordic Naturals or Carlsons."
#29
Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 0W-20
5.0
(1)
"Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 0W-20 seems to be widely appreciated."
#30
Joy Organics
5.0
(1)
"It’s easy to set up a wholesale account and they will send you some nice free samples."
#31
Vital Body Therapeutics
5.0
(1)
"They’re in Santa Cruz CA, developed by massage therapists."
#32
CBD Clinic
5.0
(1)
"CBD Clinic all the way."
#33
VxN
5.0
(1)
"They give a discount to massage therapists and it's a great product."
#34
Mass Oil
5.0
(1)
"I use https://www.newenglandoil.com/mass.htm"
#35
Ghee
5.0
(1)
"Ghee"
#36
Lazarus Naturals
5.0
(1)
"It’s really lightweight and won’t stain sheets."
#37
Nutrafol
5.0
(1)
"I have definitely seen results."
#38
Honest Belly Oil
5.0
(1)
"I use the Honest brand belly oil"
#39
Skin1004 Cleansing Oil
5.0
(1)
"I like the Skin1004 cleansing oil 😊 (oily combo skin)"
#40
Neutrogena Extra Light Cleansing Oil
5.0
(1)
"I use Neutrogena's Extra Light Cleansing Oil and really love it."
#41
Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil
5.0
(1)
"I really like Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil."
#42
Anua Heartleaf Oil Cleanser
5.0
(1)
"Anua heartleaf oil cleanser + the cleansing foam from the same line! Loving it."
#43
Attenir Skin Clear Cleansing Oil
5.0
(1)
"Some that I’ve enjoyed using: - attenir skin clear cleansing oil."
#44
Pennzoil Full Synthetic
5.0
(1)
"Pennzoil full synthetic has always been my go to."
#45
Rock Drill Oil
5.0
(1)
"It has hall the tacking agents that bar oil does, is better quality and cheaper."
#46
Stihl Bar Oil
5.0
(1)
"I got a bottle of Stihl for the same price ($9.99) as the store brand."
#47
Tsubaki
5.0
(1)
"Tsubaki all the way."
#48
Duck Fat
5.0
(1)
"Duck or beef fat, because they will make your house smell the best."
#49
Wagyu Beef Tallow
5.0
(1)
"I regularly use high quality wagyu beef tallow and ghee in all my cooking."
#50
Trader Joe's Ranch Powder
5.0
(1)
"I buy trader joe ranch powder, and mix it in with greek yogurt."
#51
CVS
5.0
(1)
"Makes them so soft and shiny!"
#52
Motul 3000
5.0
(1)
"I use motul 3000. if budget is no concern, you should go for castrol power1 ultimate or motul 5100."
#53
Devil's Bath Parlour
5.0
(1)
"I'm a sucker for the Persephone Body Oil from Devil's Bath Parlour!"
#54
Pompeian
5.0
(1)
"I've always been happy with Pompeian or the Terra Delyssa olive oils."
#55
Bluebird Botanicals
5.0
(1)
"Bluebird Botanicals is one of the few brands I trust."
#56
Squalene Oil
5.0
(1)
"The Ordinary's squalene oil."
#57
Superdrug
5.0
(1)
#58
Motul
5.0
(1)
"Motul xcess 8100 5w40"
#59
Trader Joe’s
5.0
(1)
"I just bought the new hair oil from Trader Joe’s and it’s wonderful on my fine hair."
#60
Aveeno
5.0
(1)
"I LOVE the Aveeno Daily Moisturising Oil."
#61
Palmer
5.0
(1)
"The Palmer Coconut Hydrate Body Oil is THE BEST."
#62
ElleVet
5.0
(1)
"The only brand I use for my rescue is ElleVet."
#63
NUXE
5.0
(1)
"I would strongly recommend NUXE Body oils."
#64
Costco Kirkland
5.0
(1)
"I’ve used Costco Kirkland 5W30 full synthetic with no issues."
#65
Mobil1
5.0
(1)
"I’ve ran mobil1 10w30 for 9 years with no issues."
#66
Moroccan Oil
5.0
(1)
"I will honestly forever swear by Moroccan oil. I’m obsessed."
#67
Kirkland
5.0
(1)
"Costco's Kirkland brand has been rated pretty high and it's cheaper than most other brands."
#68
Walmart Super Tech
5.0
(1)
"Kirkland or Walmart Super tech is all I buy for my vehicles and my equipment."
#69
Valvoline
5.0
(1)
"I been using Valvoline for my 09 Accord since 150k and now am at 220k, no issues."
#70
Boiled Linseed Oil
5.0
(1)
"For a natural oil finish, you might want to check out boiled linseed oil."
#71
Rick Simpson Oil
5.0
(1)
"I do an RSO (Rick Simpson oil) that has CBG CBD and THC."
#72
Care By Design
5.0
(1)
"I use the Care By Design brand old that is 18:1 CBD:THC."
#73
Guru Nanda Ayurvedic Oil
4.0
(1)
"I mix this ayurvedic oil that has clove spearmint and peppermint in with the coconut oil."
#74
Votary
4.0
(1)
"They're very pricey."
#75
SFC Natural King
4.0
(1)
"SFC natural king is a good option. $10."
#76
Graza
4.0
(1)
"For the price, Graza Drizzle is actually pretty decent quality."
#77
Carrier Oils
4.0
(1)
"Argan is great for hair, but spendy, coconut and avocado are nice too"
#78
Castor and Grapeseed Oil Mix
4.0
(1)
"I use a mix of castor and grapeseed oil."
#79
Moroccan Oil Frizz Control
4.0
(1)
"I added Moroccan Oil Frizz Control to my routine a couple months ago and I’ve been happy with it."
#80
Castor and Avocado Oil Blend
4.0
(1)
"Mine is a blend of castor oil and avocado oil with the rosemary oil."
#81
OGX Coconut Oil
4.0
(1)
"I use a pre shampoo oil which is the OGX coconut oil."
#82
Pennzoil Euro Platinum 5w40
4.0
(1)
"I use Pennzoil Euro Platinum 5w40."
#83
Tung Oil
4.0
(1)
"For a cane, use Tung oil, or at least the Tung Oil blend from the home center."
#84
Summer Fridays Babymoon Belly Balm
4.0
(1)
"Lately I've been using Summer Fridays Babymoon Belly Balm."
#85
Fancl Cleansing Oil
4.0
(1)
"Fancl cleansing oil. It has a slightly thicker consistency than kose softymo."
#86
Liqui Moly Molygen
4.0
(1)
"I like liqui moly molygen A LOT."
#87
Dunlop Oil
4.0
(1)
"Dunlop oil for the board and I honestly just wipe the strings with a micro fiber cloth."
#88
Honda Pro GN4 20W-50
4.0
(1)
"Honda Pro GN4 20W50"
#89
Rotella T4 15W-40
4.0
(1)
"I’ve run Rotella T4 15w40 in every old Honda I’ve had."
#90
Grape Oil
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been using grape oil. So far so good."
#91
Sheds Spread
4.0
(1)
"I use Sheds Spread because it's what I'm already cooking with most of the time."
#92
Rotella T6
4.0
(1)
"Rotella T6"
#93
Mag One
3.0
(1)
"Mag one and the tsc stuff is thinner that Stihl and Husqvarna oil but works."
#94
Pro Select
3.0
(1)
"Whatever is the cheapest. I’m not paying top dollar for oil that gets slung into the ground."
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