The Seasoning Oil Scam (STOP WASTING MONEY)

Are you wasting $20 on "bespoke" cast iron seasoning oils? In this video, I'm exposing the marketing myths behind boutique brands and showing you the simple chemistry of polymerization. You don't need fancy, wax-sealed bottles to get a perfect non-stick surface—everything you need is in a $5 tin of Crisco. I'll explain why expensive oils like flaxseed can actually ruin your pan and why the iron doesn't care about the price tag. Plus, I share the personal story of my favorite Wagner skillet and why the best seasoning is the story your pan carries. If you are new and want to see more...Start here! 📺 👇 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLdIUfl0Bf8&list=PLiuOgHP4jqjBOhcxIjP01PssClgvQKALo 🛠️ Gear & Resources As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This means if you click a link and buy something I get a small commission at no extra cost to you which helps support East Texas Duct Tape! In this video: Crisbee rub: https://amzn.to/4mrCACy Lodge Seasoning Spray: https://amzn.to/4dDn4Ba Refined Avacado Oil: https://amzn.to/41DMgQM Grapeseed Oil: https://amzn.to/3Ob1E4a 🔥Get you some crisco! https://amzn.to/4apMobJNew to the channel? Start here! 📺 👇 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLdIUfl0Bf8&list=PLiuOgHP4jqjBOhcxIjP01PssClgvQKALo Cleaning & Restoration (The "Must Haves") 🧽 Restoration Steel Wool: https://amzn.to/3WhBlK2 ⛓️ Cast Iron Scrubber and Scraper: https://amzn.to/3LmOIpN 🧴 Lodge Care Kit: https://amzn.to/3L3Clzl 🍳 Essential Skillets & Cookware 🍳 Lodge 10.5" Skillet: https://amzn.to/3WdoU1N 🥘 Lodge 12" Skillet: https://amzn.to/3KYyenS 🍳 Lodge 12" Carbon Steel: https://amzn.to/49t7nsw 🍲 Lodge 6qt Enameled Dutch Oven: https://amzn.to/49vM3mh 📦 Lodge 3-Piece Set: https://amzn.to/3WlXm8y 🧤 Safety & Accessories 🛡️ Splatter Screen: https://amzn.to/3Y8mfYe 🧤 Silicone Handle Holders: https://amzn.to/3Whhoms 🔥 About East Texas Duct Tape I’m Heath Hayley, and I’m here to protect your cast iron from bad advice. We dig past the folklore to bring you the facts on seasoning, restoration, and history. Join the crew! Subscribe for: 🔬 Cast Iron Myth Busting 🧼 Restoration Tutorials 📜 Vintage Pan History (Griswold/Wagner) 🛠️ Proven Seasoning Methods Support the channel: ☕ Fuel the Fire (Buy Me A Coffee): https://buymeacoffee.com/easttexasducttape Keep Seasoning! 🔥