Hair does not always need more products. It needs the right type of support. Understanding the difference between proteins and oils helps you respond to what your hair is truly asking for instead of overcorrecting and creating more stress. When you know how each works, it becomes easier to restore balance, strength, and shine without overwhelming your routine.
When Your Hair Needs Protein
Protein supports the internal structure of the hair strand. If your hair feels overly soft, stretches too much when wet, breaks easily, or lacks shape, it may be signaling a need for strength. Proteins help reinforce the hair fiber
, improve elasticity, and restore resilience after heat styling, chemical services, or long term wear and tear.
Mirta de Perales offers protein focused care that strengthens without weighing hair down. Herbal Hair Shampoo helps remove buildup while supporting manageability through plant based proteins. Milk Shampoo is ideal for normal to dry hair, using milk and silk proteins to nourish strands, restore elasticity, and improve shine. For hair that needs deeper reinforcement, the Keratin line and Collagen line help improve strength, shine, and overall hair health while supporting the scalp and hair root. Protein care is most effective when hair feels fragile rather than dry.
When Your Hair Needs Oils
Oils work on the outer layer of the hair, helping seal the cuticle, retain moisture, and enhance softness and shine. If your hair feels rough, dull, frizzy, or lacks flexibility, it is often asking for oils rather than protein. Dry or over processed hair especially benefits from oil based care that replenishes lost lipids.
Mirta de Perales oil treatments are designed to cleanse and nourish at the same time. Oil N Hair Treatment supports fine, thin, or oily hair by deeply cleansing the scalp and improving volume. Oil S Hair Treatment is ideal for dry or damaged hair, restoring softness, elasticity, and shine. The Natural Oil Blend collection combines argan, coconut, and moringa oils to deliver deep hydration, frizz control, and protection against environmental damage.
These formulas absorb efficiently, leaving hair smoother and more manageable without buildup. The Keratin Serum with Argan Oil adds a high gloss finish while helping prevent frizz.
Knowing whether your hair needs protein, oils, or a balance of both is the key to healthier results. Take the Find Your Mirta Match quiz to discover which ingredients and products best support your hair’s current needs.
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