4 Unexpected Reasons You Need to Use the Best Conditioner for Fine Hair
Using conditioner when you have fine hair has terrified women for decades. Having experienced limp, flat or oily hair in the past after a wrong shampoo and conditioner recommendation was enough to put you off using conditioner again. What you may not realise it not using a conditioner is actually making your hair oily. We created this post to debunk some myths and give recommendations to get the volume and hair you have always wanted.
Using the Best Conditioner for Fine Hair is a Game-Changer for Hair Growth
You know growing out fine hair is difficult as it’s prone to breakage. This is where conditioner comes in. By adding hydration to your hair, you are replenishing the hair with moisture lost, which happens even with the simplest of hair routines. Giving your hair the moisture it needs with the correct products will help keep your strands in top condition allowing your hair to grow with minimal split ends.
2. The Best Conditioner for Fine Hair in Australia Helps Your Colour Look More Vibrant
Did you know not using conditioner will affect your colour? And the longevity of your colour?
“When people with fine hair don’t use conditioner, their hair strands become excessively dried out. This leads to breakage, split ends and even prevents their colour from ‘taking’ to their hair evenly,” says V&M SPA Founder and hair stylist Victoria.
“When you colour your hair and use a toner to achieve the perfect shade, you are relying on the hair being hydrated so the colour takes evenly. If you don’t use conditioner, the colour results are generally uneven, can grab too much and go darker than the desired look, and fade after a few washes. And there is nothing your hairdresser can do about this.”
If you colour your hair, the last thing you want is for your colour to fade quickly or wash out after a week! So if you colour your hair and have fine hair, using a conditioner is the best solution for a more vibrant hair colour.
3. Using Conditioner Means You Can Wash Your Hair Less Often
When you have fine hair, it’s not uncommon for clients to say their hair is oily and that they need to wash their hair every day. This is understandable, but if you are using the correct shampoo and conditioner for fine hair, you will be able to wash your hair less often, as long as you are conditioning the roots.
Oil production in your scalp changes depending on the moisture balance. If there’s not enough moisture on and around your scalp, your scalp becomes dry and scaly. This dryness triggers your scalp’s oil glands to go into overdrive to correct the imbalance, overproducing oil and leaving your scalp with overproduced oil leaving your hair and scalp feeling greasy and oily.
The solution? Conditioner gently adds hydration and moisture to your scalp to help maintain the ‘oil balance’ of your scalp and hair strands. Keeping your scalp hydrated and moisturised is the key to washing your fine hair less. Apply one pump of conditioner into the palm of your hand, rub your hands together so the product is even on your hands, and then apply this lather to the ends and mid-lengths of your hair. With the excess conditioner, lightly run your hands over your scalp and massage. You do not need to have large amounts of condition to hydrate the roots. Always rinse well.
4. Itchy, dry scalp? The Best Conditioner for Fine Hair is the Key to Scalp Health
Scratching your scalp and finding flecks of dry skin in your hair is not ideal. As we mentioned above, scalp health relies on moisture to balance your oil production. Washing your hair daily or using a shampoo that is too astringent can strip your scalp of oil, throwing off the delicate balance. Applying a small amount of conditioner to the roots and leaving it on for a few minutes in the shower will help to hydrate your dry scalp helping to settle unwanted dryness.
Still not sold on the importance of using conditioner for fine hair? Neither was Jess. Read her story to discover the impressive change adding conditioner to her haircare made on her hair’s length, health and colour. So many clients underestimate that scalp health is the key to healthy hair.
Jess’s Journey to Healthy, Fine Blonde Hair
V&M Spa Founder Victoria has a client, Jess, with fine hair whose story is the perfect example of the power of conditioner.
“It’s not uncommon for fine hair clients not to want to use conditioner,” says Victoria. “The scalp and hair benefits of using conditioner for fine hair clients are amazing, but sometimes clients need to see the damage being caused by not using conditioner, to understand what is really happening to their hair. This was definitely the case with Jess.
For over ten years, Jess opted out of using conditioner. So we managed her bob-length blonde hair with just V&M Spa Balancing Shampoo at home. Her salon visits included a full head of foils with bleach and a light blonde, but no toner. The damage to her hair wasn’t really noticeable until she told me she wanted a change: She wanted to dye her hair a darker blonde and grow her hair a bit longer during COVID.
I explained that making her hair dark blonde would take three visits so we wouldn’t have to ‘fill the hair’ (colour correction). This process would allow me to make her hair lighter again without damaging the hair. Jess gave the OK.
We were all set to go, and I used a very pale, semi-permanent colour around some of the pre-existing blonde foils to break the new colour up a bit. But when we washed it out, the mid-lengths and ends had turned a heavy, muddy-brown colour. We were both quite shocked; I was aware Jess was not using conditioner, and the colour I mixed was a pale light blond, but that’s what happens when the hair is so porous from not using conditioner. The hair’s ‘uptake’ of colour is too strong, leaving the hair a much darker shade than you’re looking for.
Jess was understandably upset. I discussed the reason why the colour hadn’t worked, and she listened and was open to using conditioner in the ways mentioned above. That day she started using our V&M Treatment Conditioner, and her hair completely changed. It’s healthy, shiny, and her hair tone is even and fresh.
Jess is proud of herself for using a pea-sized amount of Treatment Conditioner every time she washes her hair, saying that she has found she also needs to wash her hair less often. This happens because the roots are getting hydrating from the conditioner, so the oil glands don’t need to go into overdrive to hydrate the scalp.”
What is the Best Conditioner for Fine Hair Australia
V&M SPA’s Treatment Conditioner is an award-winning conditioner for fine hair. It’s so popular for delicate locks that it won the 2022 Spa & Wellness Awards for Best Hair Care and regularly wins the Organic Beauty Awards, with Organic Beauty Awards founder stating, “Your shampoo & conditioner is unique, it really is far superior to all other entries. Each shampoo & conditioner has its benefits for different hair types but your products are consistent when tried by 3 completely different hair types & ages, hair texture & desired styling, the same great results were achieved.”
This conditioner and clarifying shampoo for fine hair have been crafted as part of V&M’s eco-positive beauty range to help you love your hair without nasty chemical ingredients. It’s lightweight and hydrating, designed to prevent hair from splitting and prevent colour from fading.
If you have fine hair and you’re scared conditioner will make your hair oily and stringy, it’s time for a change. By choosing a conditioner specially formulated for fine hair, you can transform the health of your hair, brighten your colour, and even grow your hair longer. So forget the fear of conditioner and look for a conditioner that works on fine hair. Your locks will thank you for it.
We have included links below to some of the products mentioned in this post. If you have any questions or need answers to your hair journey, please reach out. We’re always here to help.
Our award-winning Balancing Shampoo is a lightweight, volumising formula designed to gently cleanse the scalp and remove buildup—without compromising on softness or shine. Formulated and made in Australia, it supports scalp clarity while maintaining softness and movement. Ideal for both fine and heavy hair types, this shampoo works as a clarifier and scalp reset, leaving your hair fresh, full, and rebalanced.
Crafted with native Australian plant extracts including Kakadu Plum and Tasmanian Lavender, alongside cranberry, olive leaf, green tea, and rose otto, it helps lift residue from styling products, pollutants, and even chlorine exposure—while restoring vibrancy and natural bounce.
A staple in spa and wellness care, Balancing Shampoo was named Winner of the 2024 Spa & Wellness Awards and the 2024 Organic Beauty Awards. It's part of a considered haircare ritual—designed to elevate your routine without excess.
Why You’ll Love It
Lightweight and volumising
Gently clarifies and balances the scalp
Helps reduce brassy tones in blonde hair
Removes buildup from products and chlorine
Certified non-toxic and made safe
95%+ naturally derived and organic ingredients
Not tested on animals. Made in Australia
Available in 60ml, 225ml, and 500ml refillable formats
V&M Ritual Tip
Lather three pumps between your hands, then gently massage into the scalp. Leave for two minutes to support scalp clarity before working through the mid-lengths and ends. Always wash twice for best results.
For chlorine removal, apply directly to dry hair before rinsing and washing as usual.
Not sure if this is the right formula for you? → What Is The Best Product For My Hair
Care Note
To protect the integrity of your product, avoid placing the bottle directly under running water in the shower. This preserves both the formula and the packaging.
Key Plant Extracts
Tasmanian Bridestowe Lavender
Native Australian Kakadu Plum
Cranberry
Green Tea
Olive Leaf
Rose Otto
Available Sizes
60ml travel size – $15
225ml press cap – $42
500ml refillable pump – $79
Enjoy complimentary shipping Australia-wide
Free international shipping on orders over $300 AUD
Now shipping worldwide. Rates calculated at checkout.
Our award-winning Treatment Conditioner is a lightweight, moisture-rich formula that delivers instant nourishment—without the wait. Formulated and made in Australia, it smooths, strengthens, and softens each strand from root to tip.
Formulated with native Australian plant extracts including Kakadu Plum and Lilly Pilly, alongside antioxidant-rich cranberry, this conditioner helps prevent split ends, support colour longevity, and restore vitality to dry or brittle hair. Use it as a daily conditioner or an instant treatment when your hair needs extra care.
Winner of the 2023 Spa & Wellness Awards and the 2024 Organic Beauty Awards, Treatment Conditioner is a V&M SPA hero—crafted as part of our eco-positive haircare ritual.
Why You’ll Love It
Lightweight and deeply hydrating
Helps reduce split ends and prevent breakage
Protects against colour fade
Restores moisture and gloss to blonde hair
Certified non-toxic and made safe
95%+ naturally derived and organic ingredients
Not tested on animals. Made in Australia
Available in 60ml, 225ml, and 500ml refillable formats
V&M Ritual Tip
Apply 1 pump for short hair, 2 for medium, and 3 for long. Start at the ends and work your way up to the roots. Gently comb through to ensure even distribution, then rinse thoroughly until the water runs clear.
Not sure if this is the right formula for you?→What Is The Best Product For My Hair
Care Note
To protect the integrity of your product, avoid placing the bottle directly under running water. This preserves both the formula and the packaging’s appearance.
Key Plant Extracts
Native Australian Kakadu Plum
Native Australian Lilly Pilly
Cranberry
Available Sizes
60ml travel size – $15
225ml press cap – $42
500ml refillable pump – $79
Shipping
Enjoy complimentary shipping Australia-wide.
Free international shipping on orders over $300 AUD.
Now shipping worldwide. Rates calculated at checkout.
A ritual in itself, our Wooden Hairbrush is crafted to soothe the scalp, reduce frizz, and elevate your everyday haircare. With anti-static wooden bristles and a natural timber handle, this gua sha–style brush stimulates circulation, promotes healthier hair growth, and tames flyaways with ease.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Organic Beauty Awards, this thoughtfully designed tool is made for all hair types—supporting a moment of calm with every stroke. Included is a calico storage bag and a set of replacement bristles, so you can maintain your brush for years to come.
Why You’ll Love It
Suitable for all hair types
Natural wooden handle and bristles
Gua sha–style design for gentle scalp stimulation
Anti-static bristles help smooth frizz and flyaways
Promotes blood flow to the scalp and follicles
Includes spare replacement bristles and calico storage bag
V&M Ritual Tip
Start by gently brushing knots from the mid-lengths to ends, then move upwards toward the roots. Once detangled, apply light to medium pressure at the scalp and brush from the front hairline down to the nape in radial movements.
To clean, use warm water and a small amount of your favourite V&M SPA Shampoo. Dry flat and keep in its storage bag between uses.
Want to know how to build a more intentional self-care routine? →Read our blog: A Beautiful Balance: How to Build a Self-Care Routine That Works
Care Note
Avoid submerging the brush in water or leaving it in damp areas. Regularly clean and dry thoroughly to preserve wood integrity.
Available Size
One Size – $45
Includes calico storage bag and replacement bristles
Enjoy complimentary shipping Australia-wide
Free international shipping on orders over $300 AUD
Now shipping worldwide. Rates calculated at checkout.