Hair serums function primarily by forming a protective coating over hair strands, which can help in addressing issues like frizz, brittleness, and dryness – common aftermaths of styling and coloring. These serums work by adding a layer of moisture and shine, potentially improving texture and manageability. The silicone-based compounds often found in conventional serums help smooth the hair’s surface, effectively taming frizz and curbing the ruffling effect caused by humidity.
Understanding how to use a serum properly is key. For dry, brittle hair, applying a small amount to just the mid-lengths and ends is usually sufficient. This avoids making the scalp oily. If your scalp is naturally oily, like yours, focus on the tips rather than anywhere near the roots. Start with a pea-sized amount; you can always add a bit more if necessary. Apply it on damp, towel-dried hair to maximize absorption and effectiveness, though you can use it to manage flyaways and special occasions on dry hair as well.
Daily usage might not suit everyone, especially since over-application can lead to buildup and dull the hair over time. Instead, consider your hair’s needs. For heavily styled or colored hair, using it a few times a week might strike a good balance.
From a Siddha-Ayurvedic perspective, understanding your prakriti can provide a deeper insight. For instance, if you tend towards a Vata imbalance (dryness, frizz), hair oils like bhringraj or amla might also be beneficial. Gently massaging these oils into the scalp once a week can nourish the root and maintain the health of the sapta dhatus, particularly the medas and asthi dhatu, potentially reducing brittleness at its core. But be cautious of these oils if your scalp is oily; just applying on the ends could help mitigate dryness without exacerbating greasiness.
Overall, be attentive to how your hair reacts, and adjust usage accordingly. Hair health is often an interplay of your internal and external routines, so observing how your hair fares with different products is integral.
