Davines Oi Oil Review: Why Our Clients Swear By This Lightweight Shine Boost

“Emily, what’s that oil you always use before blow drying my hair? It smells amazing, and my hair feels silky for days.” I hear this almost every week in my chair at LAHH Salon. The answer is usually the same: Davines Oi Oil.

Working in Bay Harbor Islands, I have to be picky about what I recommend. Our clients deal with a mix of salt air, humidity, and Miami’s busy lifestyle. Products need to hold up in real conditions, not just look pretty online. That’s why Davines Oi Oil has earned a permanent place in my kit and in the routines of many of my regulars.

First Impressions and Daily Use

I first tried Davines Oi Oil years ago when one of my color clients brought it in, convinced it had changed her hair. I was skeptical. Most oils either leave hair greasy or weigh it down. But after the first blow dry, I noticed how quickly it absorbed. Her ends looked smooth, her highlights looked glossy instead of brittle, and the style held beautifully.

Since then, it has become part of my routine for almost every service. After color treatments or a fresh blowout, it gives that polished finish that makes hair feel soft and healthy.

Who Benefits Most from Davines Oi Oil?

Here’s what I’ve seen behind the chair:

• Thick, frizzy hair: Helps smooth texture and keeps blow dries looking sleek even in Florida humidity.
• Fine hair: A drop or two adds shine without flattening volume. Apply only mid-length to ends.
• Color-treated clients: Keeps lightened or highlighted hair soft instead of dry.
• Busy professionals: The fragrance alone feels like a daily luxury. Many of my clients say it’s the one step they never skip in the morning.

How It Compares to Other Oils

I’ve tried plenty of salon oils over the years. Some smell great but leave residue. Others feel nice at first but build up quickly and make hair limp. Davines Oi Oil is different. It’s light enough for daily use, yet rich enough that clients with coarse or curly textures still feel the softness last into the next day.

One of my clients used to switch products constantly because nothing gave consistent results. She’s stuck with Oi Oil for more than a year now, which says a lot in today’s crowded product world.

Styling Tips from the Salon

• Use 2–3 pumps on damp hair before a blow dry for a smooth, glossy finish.
• Work a tiny amount into dry ends between washes to revive shine and tame flyaways.
• Mix with your favorite curl cream for soft, defined curls without crunch.
• Always apply before using heat tools. It doubles as heat protection.

Does It Hold Up in Bay Harbor Weather?

This is always the real test. Between the humidity near the water and year-round sunshine, most products fade fast. Oi Oil actually holds up. After a beach walk or running errands downtown near the Bay Harbor Islands Branch Library, my clients’ hair still feels soft instead of sticky or frizzy. For Miami’s climate, that’s impressive.

Why We Recommend It at LAHH Salon

At LAHH Salon, we don’t recommend everything we try. We only carry what works for us as stylists. Emily, Guy, Cindy, and Priscilla all keep Oi Oil in their kits because it’s so versatile. Whether you’re in for a makeup session or a full color and treatment day, chances are you’ll leave with Oi Oil in your hair.

Should You Try It?

If you want one product that adds shine, smooths frizz, protects from heat, and smells amazing, then yes, it’s worth it. Start small, see how your hair responds, and adjust from there. If you’re unsure, ask during your next appointment. We’ll show you how to use it so it works at home, not just in the salon.

Final Thoughts

Davines Oi Oil is one of those rare products that truly delivers. From blow dry chairs in Bay Harbor to morning routines before work, it’s become a must-have for so many of our clients and for me as well. If your hair feels dry, dull, or hard to manage, this might be the simplest way to bring it back to life.

Want to see the difference? Pick up Davines Oi Oil at LAHH Salon or book a service with us to experience it firsthand. We’re at 1090 Kane Concourse Unit B, Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154, just down the street from the library and minutes from downtown. Call us at (305) 877-7706 or book online here. We’ll make sure your hair looks and feels its best.