How is this serum different from an ordinary hair oil?

The main difference is the texture and the feel after application. Hair oils usually form a denser coating on the surface of the hair and can weigh down hair that is fine or naturally oily. This serum is described as light in texture: it spreads quickly and does not leave a greasy feel, which makes it more versatile across hair types.

In terms of composition, oils are based mainly on lipids that ‘seal’ the surface of the hair. This serum combines moisturising ingredients (glycerin, betaine) with plant extracts (nettle, Centella asiatica, burdock, lovage, lupin); this approach targets both the scalp and the lengths of the hair at the same time, not just the outer coating.

Another practical difference is where it is applied. Oils are more often applied only to the lengths, avoiding the roots so as not to increase oiliness. According to the description, the serum can be applied both to the scalp and to the lengths. This is convenient if your main aim is to support the condition of the scalp while giving your hair a more groomed look without extra steps in your routine.

If your hair is very dry or badly damaged, oil and serum can be used within the same care routine, alternating or combining them: for example, the serum after every wash and the oil as a more intensive treatment once a week.