The £14.50 pre-wash treatment that’s going viral for ‘ridiculously fast hair growth’

We’re on a never-ending quest to achieve swishy, luscious locks - which is why we were over the moon to discover Hair Syrup. Thank goodness for it, because getting long hair that wouldn’t look out of place in a Disney film is hard work. Thanks to er, ‘external factors’ (read: GHDs and money piece highlights) our tresses look almost as frazzled as when we returned home from Glastonbury festival. So why do we mention Hair Syrup? Because it is the best hair oil to guarantee mega growth and silky tresses.

Luckily, faithful TikTok found its viral solution (aka the Hair Syrup’s pre-treatment oils) back in early 2023, and it's been growing in popularity ever since. Hair Syrup's hair growth oils promise to inject life back into tired tresses, and some fans have shared how they’ve seen ‘ridiculous hair growth’ since using the sweet treat(ment). Sign. Us. Up. TikToker @Billiejairadford posted a Hair Syrup Original review which racked up over 242k views on the platform. She shared the secret sauce to her impressive hair growth and spoiler alert, it’s Hair Syrup Original .

Hair Syrup: what do the reviews say?

Billie explains in her chatty TikTok video review, “I literally always get asked how I grew my hair so quick because literally last year it was just here [points to under ear] so I’d say it’s grown quite a bit. Basically, I don’t wash it as much, I don’t dye it as much and I use this stuff, it’s the Hair Syrup. I swear by this sh*t, I love it. I literally don’t think you can get much better than this.”

Billie isn't the only Hair Syrup fan - the small business has been gaining attraction online at record speed. Step aside Olaplex hair treatments - there's a new sheriff in town.

One happy customer wrote, “I never usually write these kinds of things but here it goes. Just wanted to say thank you. I had a baby last year and I suffered from really bad hair loss, the condition of my hair really suffered and became dry, brittle and just horrible. I tried deep conditioners, and protective styles and nothing was helping.

"My sister showed me your products. I took the plunge and ordered in December. I have used the product 3 times (more than the weekly treatment recommended) and even after the first treatment, I got some life back into my hair, which blew me away. By the third time, it's shiny, less frizzy and so soft. I can’t wait to see the results after a few months."

From ‘Rapunzel’ to ‘Mint Condition’ there are plenty of different pre-wash hair serum treatments to choose from depending on your hair type and condition. Unsure of which one to opt for? Buckle in.

Which hair syrup is best for me?

One of each, please.

How to use Hair Syrup for the best results?

The best thing about the TikTok-approved pre-wash is that it's too easy. Simply smother a generous amount of product to your roots and then to the mid-lengths and ends until your hair is fully coated. Then leave it on to work its magic for at least an hour before washing your hair as normal. Forever the overachiever, we like to leave ours on overnight (but be careful with expensive silk pillowcases!) Expect your hair to smell yummy, much like it would be using a hair perfume.

How often should you use Hair Syrup? Great question. The brand states on its social media that it depends on your hair type and condition but weekly is a great place to start and once your hair achieves Disney princess status, you can ease off and apply a few times a month.

Aimee Jakes is the shopping editor across heat and Closer. As well as mainly writing about skincare launches, high-street fashion and gym bag essentials, she also regularly chats to celebs about their wellness routines for heat's Self-Care Sunday.