I have been looking at different types, but I'm not sure which is the best. I have seen Golden, Pure, Refined and if I'm not mistaken a couple other kinds. So by question is which is best? Does it matter? Or does it depend on your hair?

My hair is thin, kneen length, dry, and fine. If that helps. Could really use some info. on the different types.

I found what I was looking for...

A Note about the different qualities of oil
All of the oils we stock have different and varying degrees of quality. And all of them have been processed by distinct and various methods. The information below will help you better understand not only our line of oils, but also the entire industry of oils and their methods of extraction.

Cold Pressed - A method of mechanical extraction where heat is reduced and minimized throughout the batching of the raw material. This helps the oil maintain its original state, constituents, and depth. Temperatures are rigorously controlled to ensure that it does not exceed 80-90 degrees Fahrenheit. Although not a practical method of extraction for all vegetable oils on the market it is highly regarded as the extraction method of choice.

Expeller Pressed - A method of natural, mechanical extraction and processing of oils where a small amount of heat is produced simply through the frictional heat created by hydraulic presses. This is usually around 120-200 degrees Fahrenheit and makes the oil suitable and economical as a base for cosmetics because of its fairly undisturbed molecular state. It also makes a fine food grade oil.

Refined - A fully processed oil where it has been exposed to high temperatures as high as 450 degrees Fahrenheit, winterization as low as -10 degrees, deodorization (the removal of content which gives an oil its natural scent), and other forms of refinement that will alter its color, depth, and scent. This makes for an economical oil in cosmetics and body care products but it is not the healthiest as a food grade oil.

Caveat emptor: Refined oils may also be extracted with the use of solvents, extracting mediums or other chemicals.

Unrefined - A process of mechanical extraction and screen filtering where no additional refining process has taken place. This ensures the finest quality product and makes the oil the most exquisite for food and cosmetic preparation. The unrefined process helps oil retain a rich, strong flavor and color that is true to its natural state. Unrefined oils are always darker in color and richer in scent.

Solvent Extracted - Unfortunately many of the oils offered on the market today, including commercial store varieties are extracted with the use of solvents. This method of extraction often involves high yields at a low cost, but the chemicals used as the extracting agent have severe environmental impacts and endanger the health and vitality of the final product.

.........just in case anyone else wanted to know!

Thanks for posting all that information.  We now know more than ever!

Great info!  Thanks for posting it.

Cynde

Great info. Thank you for posting all this SittyKitty

Oh, and to answer your original question, I use jojoba oil bought from a natural-cosmetics line specifically made for facial use. I figure if it's good enough for the face it's more than good enough for my hair!

Hmm...I dont really know what mine is. I got it from Mystifyyoursenses.com. I think I got that address from Anais, I am not sure though. Now I am curious to find out! But it works wells, I appy it to my hair wet and my hair stays soft and shiny without looking oily all day.