In a recent podcast appearance on The Ranveer Show, actor-singer Shruti Haasan spilled her ultimate haircare secret-and no, it’s not coconut oil.

It’s sesame oil. That’s it, she revealed, crediting the ancient oil for her naturally thick, healthy, and glossy hair. She oils her hair before every wash, especially the night before shoots, and swears by consistency. Oils are everything, she added.

Shruti sometimes blends sesame oil with coconut or almond oil, depending on her mood. But sesame remains her go-to for deep nourishment and damage repair.

Why sesame oil?

Sesame oil is rich in Vitamin E, B-complex, and minerals like magnesium and calcium, which strengthen roots and promote growth. It improves blood circulation in the scalp, reduces hair fall, fights dandruff, and even acts as a natural sunscreen for hair-protecting it from UV rays and pollution.

It also works as a natural conditioner, making dry or frizzy hair softer, shinier, and more manageable.

So next time you think of hair oiling, skip the trendy serums-Shruti’s age-old solution might be the magic your scalp’s been waiting for!