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Soon, hair care will be practically no different from facial care, judge for yourself: there is a mask, there is a cream, there is oil – now hair serum has also added cosmetics for hair. What is this remedy? Does it really help hair gain strength, shine, silkiness? We’ll figure out.
What is hair serum
Serum for hair (serum for hair) is a light in consistency, but intense in its effects, hair care product. In fact, two different products can be hidden under this name:
Serum for the scalp – lotion or gel for scalp care, often a concentrate against dryness, flaking, dandruff or for hair growth. The product is applied directly to the scalp, does not require rinsing. Used by the course.
Serum for hair A leave-in hair product with a light texture and often an immediate cosmetic effect, providing glossy shine, smoothness, softening and protection. It is applied only to the hair along the entire length, suitable for daily use.
“Hair serums are leave-in products with a high concentration of active ingredients. They differ in the form of release and purpose: to enhance hair growth, restore damaged tips, moisturize. Depending on the function that the serum carries, it must be applied either on the scalp so that the components act on the hair follicles (to improve growth), or on the hair – along the entire length or at the tips, ” says Vichy expert, Altana Bazyleva.
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Types of hair serums
Hair serums can be classified both by purpose and by texture. While serum is usually a light consistency product, variations are possible.
Serum gel. The gel-like texture is characteristic of serums for scalp care. These products have a moisturizing and refreshing effect, and if they contain the appropriate components (plant extracts or special molecules), they can promote hair growth.
Serum-oil – the most common format, is a light oil concentrate, which may include oils, fatty acids, silicones that envelop each hair, giving shine to curls and creating protection, including from dehydration.
Serum-lotion is a liquid with active ingredients, the action of which is aimed at increasing the density and strengthening of hair. Of course, it is applied only to the scalp.
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How to choose a hair serum
Serum can become a top product in your personal hair product rankings. The main thing is to find the right formula.
For hair growth
Thinning and thinning hair are problems that require an integrated approach. Serum for hair growth can be one of the steps to success in solving such a difficult task as increasing the density of hair. Usually it is the most intensive product of special lines aimed at combating hair loss.
Serum for hair growth Densi Solutions, Vichy
The star of the Densi Solutions range, the serum in the form of a spray contains Stemoxydin (a patented molecule) and resveratrol (an antioxidant), intensively acts on the hair roots and nourishes the scalp. Helps to make the hair thicker, thicker, stronger. It is especially effective when used as part of the Densi Solutions program: shampoo-balm-serum.
To restore damaged hair
Hair is not restored instantly, but it is quite possible to create the effect of shiny, smooth, soft, full of life strands. This is what hair repair serum does. How does it work? Creates an additional protective layer on the surface of the hair, which smoothes the cuticle, retains moisture and adds shine.
Hair serum Fructis “SOS Recovery” with kerafil and amla oil, Garnier
This hair repair product seems to seal split ends, make hair shiny, silky and protect them from potential damage, including during styling with thermal devices.
Firming
Strengthening serums give hair strength and elasticity, thus preventing breakage. Usually, the formula includes components such as oils and waxes, but the products do not weigh down the strands.
Ginger & Coriander [Source of Strength] Strengthening Serum Concentrate Botanicals Fresh Care Coriander, L’Oréal Paris
Consists of 98% ingredients of natural origin, does not contain parabens, silicones, dyes, contains sunflower, coconut, coriander seed oils, glycerin and ginger root extract – all to nourish and moisturize hair. The formula softens and moisturizes the strands, gives them plasticity, strength and is suitable for strengthening brittle hair.
Smoothing
If the hair is very frizzy, electrified, reacts violently to high humidity or excessive dryness of the air, they need a smoothing serum with light oils and possibly silicones, which will create an artificial barrier on the hair and provide a long-lasting smooth effect. With glitter!
Elseve Dream Smooth Serum, leave-in treatment, for long unruly hair, L’Oréal Paris
A product with castor oil, hydrolyzed wheat and soy proteins, cocoa butter will immediately give hair smoothness, create an antistatic effect and protect against overheating during styling (up to 230 degrees).
Night Serum
Hair Night Serum is an intensive water-based moisturizing treatment with hydrating agents and vitamin supplements. The tool is very light, does not leave a film, but, as a rule, does not carry a protective function. It is no coincidence that it is intended for use at night. Can be applied right before bed.
How to use hair serums
How the serum is used depends on the specific formula. But there are general rules, and the most important thing is not to flush.
Serum for the scalp
Divide hair into 4 or more partings (depending on density).
Apply the product along the partings to the hair roots.
Spread with massage movements over the entire surface of the scalp.
Do not rinse.
Apply every day for a month (or as directed).
Serum is a concentrated treatment for hair or scalp.
Hair Serum
Wash your hair as usual with shampoo and conditioner.
Dry your hair.
Apply the serum to the hair along the entire length – from top to bottom with smoothing movements.
Start styling.
Serum can also be applied to dry hair, in particular to the ends, to protect it from brittleness and dryness.
Summary results
Let’s summarize all of the above.
Hair serum, what is it?
Hair serum is a leave-in treatment for the scalp or hair. Features a light, fluid texture. Depending on the type of serum, it can be applied to the scalp or hair to hydrate, repair, add shine and silkiness. Read more about hair serum here.
What are hair serums?
Hair serum always has a light consistency, but the formats are different: gel serum, oil serum, lotion. Read.
How to choose the right hair serum?
It is selected depending on the condition of the hair, but in general, the serum is a universal product: it helps to retain moisture in the hair, adds shine, smoothes, protects, and all this without the effect of weighing. What other benefits cosmetic hair serum can bring to hair and how to choose it is written here.
How to use serum?
The main feature of hair serum is that it does not need to be washed off. Depending on the purpose and type of serum, it can be applied to both wet and dry hair, to the entire length or only to problem areas – as a rule, these are the roots or tips. More details here.