Which Scalp Serum is right for you?
I've tried multiple scalp serums over the last couple of months.
This is coming from someone who loves to change their hairstyle a lot, so I've tested these with different hair textures and styles.
I have a naturally dry and sensitive scalp.
Kerasate Restassistant Resistance Scalp & Hair Serum
This serum is really good if you want to stop hair fall. It's actually made to help your hair grow longer, but I haven't really noticed that effect. What I DO notice? Way less hair falling out when I'm combing or brushing.
**The quirk:** For some reason, when I use this and Im wearing my hair straight, it will make my hair go curly way faster than water does. I don't understand why it does this, so I only reach for this when my hair is in its natural curly state.
Best for Reducing hair fall and shedding
Briogeo Destined for Density
I love this one! After I've just taken out braids and I'm seeing a lot of thinning on my perimeter, this is what I use to bring those edges back to life.
It has these little crystals in it, but they don't feel like anything - they just dissolve when you massage it into your scalp.
Best for: Thinning edges and post-protective style recovery
Act+Acre Daily Hydro Scalp Serum
This is probably my all-time favorite. I can use it with any type of hairstyle, every single day. It's a highly hydrating serum because it has hyaluronic acid in it. I'm a very dry girly with a naturally dry scalp, and this brings the moisture back. It's almost like you're getting to put lotion on your scalp, but it's not lotion - it's a serum. This is the only bottle I've completely finished because I use it so much.
Best for: Daily hydration, dry scalp, all hairstyle
Divi Scalp Serum Revitalize and Detoxify
I actually really like this one! It's so good for when I have braids because it helps with detoxifying product buildup. Sometimes when your scalp gets irritated from using too many products, this is really good for that.
It has a watery consistency, so it's easy to spread over your scalp - especially helpful if you have a protective style like braids.
Best for: Product buildup, detoxifying, protective styles
Act+Acre Cold Pressed Stem Cell Scalp Serum
I've never used a scalp serum with stem cells before, but I actually really like this one. I've noticed this serum definitely helps my hair feel thicker and more... juicy? I don't know how else to describe it, but it works!
Best for: Thickness and overall hair health
The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing + HA
This is another good one with hyaluronic acid in it. If you have a really dry scalp, this is really good. I love to use this when I have extensions or a sew-in.
The consistency is almost like milk - very liquid-y. When you put it on your scalp, you can feel it traveling down. If I have any type of hairstyle that's too tight to get my fingers in there and actually moisturize everything, I use this one.
Best for: Extensions, sew-ins, tight protective styles, dry scalp