Summer is at its peak and, in no time, we’re about to encounter monsoon showers, which means, frizzy hair. Coarse, dry, and frizzy hair are common concerns that may occur due to our natural hair type (rough and dry) and environmental stressors, like humid weather. Since our hair is naturally porous, during humidity, the cuticles on the outermost layer of the hair get raised to absorb moisture. Swollen cuticles damage the hair fibres, leading to frizz and breakage.
While a good hair cleansing routine with shampoo and conditioner is ideal, your post-hair cleansing routine equally matters to maintain the natural health and lustre of the hair. And that’s where hair serums play a vital role. Their lightweight formula seals cuticles, tame frizz and give the hair a natural shine. If you want a way out of dull, coarse hair, here are 10 best hair serums that will come to your rescue.
1. Best Under INR 200
The Bajaj Almond Drops Hair Serum is a fairly recent launch that took us by surprise. As a good serum for frizzy hair under a budget, this golden-amber concoction tames frizz and gives a healthy shine in just a few drops. Though it has a serum consistency, it has the same blend of almond and vitamin E oil to nourish the hair shafts. Its pump comes with a lock system to avoid spillage.
2. With Active Ingredients
You may have heard of niacinamide and AHA being present in skincare products but the NaPa Frizz Control Hair Serum shows that these two active ingredients are also beneficial for the hair. Niacinamide works wonders on the hair length by reconstructing hair fibres, reducing hair breakage and boosting keratin production. This frizz-control hair serum also works on the scalp thanks to the AHA component which mildly exfoliates the scalp and boosts blood circulation.
3. Homegrown Formula
We love discovering gems from indie homegrown brands, and this hair serum from the Earth Collective delivers. This vegan formula is a stunning blend of jojoba, argan, chamomile, and vitamin E oils to nourish the hair shaft from within. It suits all hair types, and a few drops go a long way for all frizz protection.
4. With Sun Protection
It may not occur to many of us but our hair can also be exposed to UV damage. Science-backed Indian brand Minimalist packs a punch with their Frizz Control Complex that has SPF 30. Its key ingredients made of frontrunners in both the hair care space kike hydrolyzed keratin to improve the hair’s strength, ceramide NG to boost lipid production and strengthen the moisture barrier, beta-carotene to nourish the hair, and argan oil to soften and condition hair strands.
5. Glass-Like Shine
If you have long hair and love to give it shine, Love Beauty and Planet’s Argan Oil and Lavender Hair Serum is the best hair serum for dry, frizzy hair. It’s made with Moroccan argan oil, this hair serum deeply penetrates the hair shafts and seals cuticles to give 3x shinier hair and 72-hour frizz protection. Moreover, this also gives your hair up to 230 degrees heat protection.
6. Salon-Recommended
If you’re not a fan of oils, this hair serum may just make you a convert. It’s a rich oil concentrate formula made of babassu oil that’s rich in antioxidants and retains moisture, and vegan keratin to strengthen the hair shaft from within as well as give it a healthy shine. This non-sticky gem also gives heat protection of up to 210 degrees.
7. Keratin-Like Smoothness
The Tresemme Keratin Smooth Anti-Frizz Serum is an expensive keratin treatment in a bottle. As the brand’s no.1 best-selling serum in India, this serum gives 48-hour frizz protection even when it’s meltingly humid. The formula is infused with argan for non-sticky, lightweight nourishment and protection from heat styling.
8. OG Household Name
Raise your hands if you grew up watching Livon ads on television. Launched back in 2003, Livon can be found in almost every household. What’s not to love? It’s affordable, effective, and comes in three different sizes. It protects, hydrates, and gives hair a glossy shine. Without a doubt, this is yet another good serum for frizzy hair.
9. Best Seller
The L’oreal Paris Extraordinary Oil Hair Serum is one of Nykaa Man’s best hair serums for damaged and frizzy hair. It has 60k+ ratings and nearly 5k reviews. This all the result of the stellar amber-hues formula that has a blend of rare flower oils like lotus, rose, chamomile, jasmine, flax, and tiare. Yet, it has a super lightweight texture that strengthens the hair lengths while making it manageable and shiny.
10. Best High-End Option
If you don’t mind splurging on hair serums for the love of your precious strands, we highly recommend the Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil. This worldwide fan-favourite hair serum is formulated with patented OLAPLEX Bonding Technology which intensively repairs the hair bonds to impart a healthy shine and softness. Plus, this also works great on coloured hair and gives heat protection up to 232 degrees.
We hope you bookmark this curation to find a frizz protectant that fits your definition of the best serum for dry frizzy hair. Also make sure to follow a holistic hair care approach to tackle frizz which includes a great conditioner and a hair mask. This will enhance the serum’s performance and give your hair lasting protection from dryness, heat damage, and frizz.
