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Does your hair look like Monica Geller’s when you step out of the house? That’s probably because you have frizzy hair. According to a study, South Asian hair is generally coarser and frizzy with oily roots. This suggests that we don’t solely need hydration, but a formula that deeply nourishes, too (while also protecting our locks from the hot and humid weather).
Here stands tall an elixir that not only controls hair fall but also repairs damage, promotes regrowth, and makes your mane look fuller and healthier. Hair serums are magical potions that make your hair go from a 1 to a 10 within minutes.
Benefits Of Hair Serum
There are numerous benefits of applying a hair serum; whether you have dry or damaged hair, there’s a formulation for everyone to get salon-like hair at home.
1. Adds shine
Many serums have ingredients such as coconut oil, argan oil, and almond oil that add a natural shine to your hair making them look smooth and elegant.
2. Protects against heat damage
According to a study, thermal styling leads to the loss of keratin, and serums have keratin that restores the lost barrier and strengthens your hair while styling. Not only do serums add strength, but you can apply these potions beforehand to create a protective layer.
3. Detangles knots
Frizzy, dry, and coarse hair tends to get tangled and becomes impossible to uncoil without breaking a few or more stands. A hair serum flows along every bit of your hair, making it smooth enough to unravel without hair breakage.
4. Enhances natural hair
A serum enhances your hair’s natural look by improving the texture, aroma, and moisture content.
5. Targeted solution
Whether you have dry hair, hair fall, dandruff, or slow hair growth, there is a hair serum for every problem. Look for the ingredients that treat your issue; for instance, onion oil helps with hair growth while tea tree treats dryness and dandruff.
6. UV protection
According to research, UVB radiation is responsible for hair protein loss and UVA radiation is responsible for colour changes. A serum with UV filters helps reverse UV damage for healthy hair.
How To Apply Hair Serum
The advantages of using a hair serum lie in how you use it. Here are a few simple steps to follow, and tips to remember for better results.
- Wash and condition your hair before applying a serum as product efficacy is drastically improved on a fresh head of hair.
- Take a few drops or pumps of the product and rub it between your palms well. Doing so warms the serum and activates the formulation to make it more absorbent.
- Avoid the roots and focus on your strands and tips. Your scalp will absorb most of the product, leaving it oily and sticky.
- Take a wide-toothed comb and gently brush your hair to spread the product evenly.
- Apply more than the usual amount of the product before using styling tools – especially heated tools – to create a barrier for your hair from thermal damage.
Frizz-free Serums For Your Hair
L'Oreal Paris Extraordinary Oil Hair Serum, Anti-Frizz Serum With UV Protection
This product is formulated with a blend of six essential oils – chamomile, rose, lotus, flax, tiare, and jasmine, to give your dry and frizzy hair a hefty dose of hydration. This lightweight, non-greasy formula also offers UV protection while being a great styling aid.
Matrix Biolage Smoothproof Professional 6-In-1 Deep Smoothening Hair Serum
Trusted by professionals in the hair styling industry, this product is formulated with vitamin-rich avocado oil that tames your hair and grapeseed oil that offers a professional finish. This vegan, cruelty-free, and paraben-free serum provides instant shine, smoothens rough split ends, protects from heat and humidity, and controls frizziness.
Minimalist Maleic Bond Repair Complex 05% Hair Serum
This is a pre-shampoo hair repair serum made with a blend of maleic acid, transglutaminase, and amino acids to repair and strengthen damaged hair. Moreover, argan oil, squalane, and coconut oil nourish weak and damaged hair bonds caused by UV exposure, stress, heat styling, and colouring, making it soft and healthy.
Streax Professional Vitariche Gloss Hair Serum
Made with macadamia oil and vitamin E, this product offers 24-hour protection and nourishment. Streax Professional has been in the game for decades now and their formulation is the best for people who often style and colour their hair. It brings the goodness of professional treatment with a touch of everyday care.
Bare Anatomy Ultra Smoothing Hair Serum For Dry & Frizzy Hair
Hair that’s damaged due to UV rays, chemicals, heat, and overwashing, can be repaired with the right formulations and application. This serum from Bare Anatomy is part of their damage repair regime with niacinamide and omega 3, 6, and 9 that restores smoothness and texture by 27% within a few uses.
Tresemme Keratin Smooth Anti-Frizz Hair Serum With Argan Oil
From fashion shows to hair modelling, you will find this product in every stylist’s vanity backstage. When hair care experts recommend a product, we know it’s a must-have for frizz control and smoother hair.
FAQs
1. How do you use hair serum?
Take a few drops of the serum, rub it between your palms, and apply the product to clean, washed hair. Avoid the roots and apply it to your shaft for a long-lasting effect and a non-greasy finish.
2. Can I apply a serum to the roots?
Yes and no. Serums that are formulated for scalp-related issues such as dandruff, hair growth, and dry scalp can be applied to the roots. On the other hand, serums for frizzy, damaged, and styled hair must not be applied to the roots.
3. Can I apply serum every day?
Yes, serums can be applied every day; the best practice is to apply it once a day.
4. Can I wash off the serum?
Yes, you can wash your hair as per your hair care routine, even if you have serum applied, as serums can make your scalp oily and prone to other issues such as dandruff.
