Hair Serums

Hair serum coats and smooths the hair cuticle to reduce frizz, add shine and provide protection from humidity, heat and environmental stress.

Look for silicone or polymer based anti-frizz serums with humectants and lightweight oils to seal the cuticle and tame static without greasiness.

Results vary. Serums with peptides, caffeine or amino acids can support a healthier scalp and stronger strands when used consistently over several months.

Yes. Choose feather-light, oil-free or water-based serums and apply sparingly to mid-lengths and ends to avoid heaviness at the roots.

If you use hot tools, yes. A heat protectant serum helps reduce moisture loss and cuticle damage during styling.

Oils primarily nourish and add slip. Serums focus on surface smoothing, protection and targeted benefits like anti-frizz or heat defence, often in lighter textures.

They cannot repair splits, but they can seal and smooth the appearance temporarily while helping prevent further damage between trims.

Usually a pea-sized amount for fine hair and up to a 10p-sized amount for thick or curly hair. Add more only if needed.

Both can work. Apply to damp hair before blow-drying for heat protection and slip, then add a tiny amount to dry hair for finishing shine.

Many are well tolerated, but always patch test first and introduce slowly if you are prone to sensitivity.