Lamelin Argan Original Hair Serum

It's both, applied in one step. The silicone base (Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane) coats the hair shaft immediately on contact, smoothing the cuticle to reduce frizz, add shine, and protect against humidity and heat. The five-oil blend underneath — Argan, Sweet Almond, Jojoba, Macadamia, and Annatto — nourishes and conditions the hair over time rather than just coating it. It also doubles as a hair perfume, leaving a lasting scent after application. Use it as a leave-in finishing step after washing and towel-drying, or on dry hair before styling.

Each oil contributes something distinct. Argan Kernel Oil (the hero ingredient) is rich in oleic and linoleic fatty acids and Vitamin E — it penetrates the hair shaft to reduce protein loss, add softness, and protect against oxidative damage. Sweet Almond Oil is a lightweight emollient that adds slip and reduces breakage. Jojoba Seed Oil closely mimics the scalp's natural sebum, making it excellent at conditioning without heaviness. Macadamia Seed Oil is particularly effective on coarse or damaged hair — its high palmitoleic acid content matches the lipid profile of aging or heat-stressed hair. Annatto Seed Oil provides antioxidant protection and a subtle warming colour that enhances shine perception.

One to two pumps is the recommended amount for most hair lengths — start with one and add more only if your hair is very long or very thick. Apply from mid-lengths to ends only, never at the roots. Root application causes greasiness regardless of the formula's lightweight texture. For best results on wet hair: apply after towel-drying (not soaking wet), distribute evenly with fingers or a wide-tooth comb, then style as usual. On dry hair: warm one pump between your palms, smooth over the mid-lengths and ends to calm frizz or add shine, and avoid the scalp.

Not if used correctly — specifically, if kept away from the roots and used in the right amount. The silicone base is lightweight by design (cyclopentasiloxane and cyclohexasiloxane are volatile silicones that partially evaporate after application, leaving a dry rather than heavy coating). On fine hair, start with half a pump. On thick or coarse hair, two pumps is appropriate. The oils in the formula are non-comedogenic and non-occlusive at these concentrations — they don't seal the hair shaft shut, they condition it. The product was specifically described by its manufacturer as "lightweight and non-sticky."

Yes — and it's particularly well-suited for these hair types. Chemical treatments and heat damage break down the hair's lipid layer, leaving the cuticle rough, porous, and prone to frizz and breakage. The five-oil complex — especially Argan, Macadamia, and Sweet Almond — replenishes exactly these depleted lipids. The Tocopherol (Vitamin E) provides antioxidant protection against the ongoing oxidative damage that colour-treated hair is especially vulnerable to. The silicone layer also provides a physical buffer against further heat damage during blow-drying or straightening. It does not interfere with colour or chemical treatments.

The fragrance is built from Citronellol, Geraniol, Eugenol, and Benzyl Salicylate — a floral-fresh profile with rose and green notes (citronellol and geraniol are the primary fragrance molecules in rose and geranium), softened by the warm, slightly spicy depth of eugenol (found naturally in clove). The overall effect is clean, fresh, and lightly floral rather than heavy or sweet. Longevity on hair is typically longer than on skin — expect two to four hours of noticeable scent, with a lighter residual beyond that. It's not a replacement for a standalone hair perfume but a meaningful bonus for an everyday serum.

Yes on both counts. The formula is unisex by nature — silicone-based hair serums with oil blends are not gendered products, and the floral-fresh fragrance profile is light enough to read as neutral rather than feminine. On short hair, use half a pump maximum and focus on the ends and any areas prone to frizz or dryness. For very short hair (under 5cm) it's less necessary but still useful as a finishing product to add polish and a light scent. The pump dispenser also makes dosage control easy, which is a practical advantage for anyone new to serum application.

The silicone-and-oil formula coats the hair surface, which helps hair look smoother and feel softer when you style it. For genuine heat defence during blow-drying or straightening, use it alongside a dedicated heat protectant rather than relying on the serum alone. As a smoothing and shine step before or after styling, it does that job well.