Both do the job—but they don’t do the same job. Here’s how to choose without guessing.
Heavy moisture. Strong hold. Long-lasting protection.
Your hair or skin is very dry or prone to flaking
Your hair can handle grease or heavy butters
You want a thicker sealant that doesn’t disappear
For braid parting or separating (like gel) but you don't want to clog the scalp
You’re slicking hair into a pony, bun, or pulled-back style
Your skin needs all-day moisture, not reapplication
Cold weather or low humidity is stealing your moisture
Texture: Whipped → melts into an oil
Best for: Hair, scalp, skin
Power move: Barrier + moisture that stays put
Lightweight seal. Shine. Flexibility.
Your hair is already moisturized and needs to be sealed
You’re finishing a wash-and-go, twist-out, or braid-out
You want shine without weight or grease
Your scalp needs moisture but no buildup
You’re wearing straightened styles
You need a daily beard oil that conditions without heaviness
You want a product that works across all hair types
Texture: Lightweight oil
Best for: Hair, scalp, beard
Power move: Moisture locked in, style untouched
Dry? Go Butter.
Moisturized? Go Oil.
Extra dry? Butter first, Oil later.
No gimmicks. No overlap confusion.
Just the right product, at the right time—every time.