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Recommendations for a hair serum or oil for dry, frizzy hair

16 replies

Lavendar01 · 25/08/2026 16:44

Which hair serum/ oil can you recommend for dry, frizzy, damaged hair after wash?

Looking for something around £10-£15 but happy to go a little over if very efficient.

Thanks!

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Popfan · 25/08/2026 19:29

Moroccon hair oil is amazing! My favourite product. You don't need much and you can buy a small bottle for about £15.

MustTryHarderAndHarder · 25/08/2026 19:39

I use brylcream after I have washed my hair.. It works as well as expensive serums.

I am a woman.

Morepositivemum · 25/08/2026 19:57

Ogx- I think it’s in supermarkets or pennys. It’s argan oil and it’s amazing!! Hairdresser recommended macadamia oil but I couldn’t find it anywhere. I also use the hydrating herbal essence and frizz ease

freckledsloth · 25/08/2026 19:59

I recently bought some Loreal Elvive Extraordinary Oil after it was recommended on here and have been very impressed. For context, I have dry hair that is prone to frizz and have previously used more expensive hair oils that haven’t performed as well.

Chucklebunnie · 25/08/2026 20:00

Pantene pro-v keratin protect oil. It is gorgeous. And cheap

Recommendations for a hair serum or oil for dry, frizzy hair
LucyMacLean · 25/08/2026 20:22

Not exactly what you asked for but the Olaplex no.3 protector has worked wonders for me. You put it on damp hair before shampooing and conditioning (I leave on for 10 mins once a week). It’s worked wonders for repairing my hair. Think it’s about £25 per bottle.
The Olaplex shampoo and conditioner are great too but get pricey to have all three. OGX I find it a good cheaper option for shampoo and conditioner.

hby9628 · 25/08/2026 20:37

I use the lorel extraordinary oil miracle hair which someone suggested on here. It’s amazing. Not expensive either.

Bringemout · 25/08/2026 20:38

Olaplex oil is lovely and non greasy

Idontjetwashthefucker · 25/08/2026 20:51

This stuff, more expensive but you only need a tiny bit, leaves my hair silky soft and shiny

Recommendations for a hair serum or oil for dry, frizzy hair
minnowonthesay · 25/08/2026 20:56

I use Olaplex on dry hair as it’s very light. I also use Moroccan oil on wet hair and the Moroccan oil Frizz Shield spray which I think is excellent.
I’ve just today bought the new out John Frieda Frizz Ease Hydro Protect Serum which is an anti humidity product, trying for the first time tonight. It was part of a 3 for 2 in Tescos and I like the John Frieda mask (in a tube) and the hairspray, so thought I’d give it a whirl!

Recommendations for a hair serum or oil for dry, frizzy hair
Recommendations for a hair serum or oil for dry, frizzy hair
Recommendations for a hair serum or oil for dry, frizzy hair
Atleastitsnotsunstroke · 25/08/2026 21:03

I discovered the Loreal oil some moons ago and have not found much else better for dry frizzy hair. It lasts for ages.

I also recommend (not at the same time) Umberto Giannini Blow Out Frizz styling cream.

Atleastitsnotsunstroke · 25/08/2026 21:05

I have John Frieda too but find it a bit sticky to apply, as its a serum not an oil.

ParkLaneRevisited · 25/08/2026 21:16

Alphaparf Semi de Lino is a lovely hair oil.

Color Wow Dream Coat makes hair smooth, soft and glossy, makes blow drying much easier and stops frizz once dry.

TheeNotoriousPIG · 25/08/2026 21:16

My hair is very dry, frizzy and curly (though the curls don't hold). I discovered recommendations for L’Oréal Paris Elvive Glycolic Gloss 5 Minute Lamination Treatment for Dull Hair on here. To be fair, I do use the shampoo, conditioner, lamination treatment and serum. It works wonders at keeping it out of my face (I have shorter bits that escape and go wild when it is tied back) and it feels strangely smooth and soft!

I used to use the L'Oreal Elvive Extraordinary Oil in the days when my hair saw straighteners, which was the best thing for taming it at the time.

Idontjetwashthefucker · 25/08/2026 21:18

Atleastitsnotsunstroke · 25/08/2026 21:05

I have John Frieda too but find it a bit sticky to apply, as its a serum not an oil.

I used to use JF and added a couple of drops of water to 'loosen' it

liquoriceallsortfamily · 25/08/2026 21:26

Use the John frieda light version. It’s less gloopy and brilliant on fine hair xx

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