Hair can become dry due to cold weather, the sun, heated styling tools and chemical treatments. Of course you want your hair to look and feel healthy, which is where hair serum comes in. For extremely dry or damaged hair, it is a good idea to speak with your dermatologist to ensure your dry hair isn't related to a more serious medical condition.
How Hair Serum Works
Hair serum coats each strand of hair to provide protection from styling tools and normal damage such as wind, combing and brushing. Certain hair serums are formulated with UV protection, which provides protection from sun damage, according to the Daily Glow website.
Using Hair Serum
After shampooing your hair, apply hair serum to your wet hair by rubbing the serum between the palms of your hands and fingers. Rub the hair serum throughout all of your hair, starting at the tips of your hair and working your way up toward your scalp. For dry hair, ensure that you concentrate on the length of your hair and your scalp. Those with oily scalps should avoid getting too close to the roots of their hair. Make sure that you evenly distribute the hair serum throughout your hair. To help distribute the hair serum, run a comb through your hair. Once you have applied the hair serum, you can allow your hair to dry naturally or blow dry it if you're in a hurry. If blow drying your hair, you can use a brush to help distribute the hair serum.
Tame Your Hair
Hair serum can help to tame dry, frizzy locks, according to the Daily Glow. Hair serum can be used before styling your hair to help to restore shine while reducing frizz. Anti-frizz hair serums are concentrated formulas, according to HairStyle.com, so a dime-size drop will do the trick. Hair serum will also give your hair a silky feel and appearance. If you have curly hair, you may need more than just a dime-size amount, but start with a smaller amount before overdoing it; you can always add more if needed. If you have straight hair, you may need a bit less than a dime-size amount.
Fine Hair
If you have fine hair, you may find that hair serum weighs your hair down and may give your hair an oily appearance, according to HairStyle.com. Instead of using a hair serum on fine hair, you can use a leave-in conditioner, according to the Daily Glow. A leave-in conditioner will help protect your hair from styling tools and combing or brushing while aiding with a shiny appearance.
Cost
Hair serums are available in beauty supply stores, retail stores and drugstores. The cost of hair serum can vary depending upon the brand and size. On average, hair serum can cost as little as $6, but may cost as much as $30, according to the Daily Glow. Ask your stylist which hair serum she would recommend for your hair, depending on length, dryness and type.
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