Frizz Complex Hair Serum

Hair Serum – Full Technical Breakdown

1. Cyclopentasiloxane

• Type: Volatile silicone
• Function:
  • Provides lightweight spreadability.
  • Evaporates quickly after application, leaving no residue.
  • Acts as a carrier for heavier silicones (like Dimethiconol, Phenyl Trimethicone).
  • Improves application feel and reduces stickiness.
• Texture Benefit: Silky, fast-drying finish.

2. Phenyl Trimethicone

• Type: Non-volatile silicone
• Function:
  • Adds high gloss and shine to hair.
  • Helps prevent moisture loss.
  • Offers some heat protection.
  • Great for dry or dull hair.
• Texture Benefit: High shine, smooth slip.

3. Dimethiconol

• Type: Silicone polymer
• Function:
  • Forms a flexible film on hair strands, reducing frizz.
  • Improves detangling and comb-through.
  • Adds conditioned feel, softness, and light protection from heat.
• Texture Benefit: Smooth, conditioning, soft touch.

4. C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

• Type: Emollient ester
• Function:
  • Solvent for silicones and oily components.
  • Reduces greasiness and adds lightness.
  • Improves spreadability and feel on hair.
  • Helps stabilize the formulation.
• Texture Benefit: Non-greasy, elegant glide.

5. Dimethicone Crosspolymer

• Type: Silicone elastomer gel
• Function:
  • Adds viscosity and silky texture.
  • Gives a powdery-soft, luxurious feel.
  • Slight film-forming ability—reduces flyaways.
• Texture Benefit: Velvet-like afterfeel, improved aesthetics.

6. Grape Seed Oil (Vitis Vinifera Oil)

• Type: Lightweight plant oil
• Function:
  • Rich in linoleic acid, antioxidants (especially proanthocyanidins).
  • Adds natural nourishment without heaviness.
  • Helps protect hair shaft and reduce oxidative damage.
• Texture Benefit: Light, non-greasy nourishment.

7. Vitamin E Acetate (Tocopheryl Acetate)

• Type: Antioxidant
• Function:
  • Protects oils and hair from oxidative damage (UV, pollution).
  • Slight conditioning benefit.
  • Stabilizes the formula.
• Texture Benefit: Enhances product stability.

8. Soya Protein Oil (Hydrolyzed Soy Protein in oil base or Soybean Oil blend)

• Type: Protein and lipid blend
• Function:
  • Reinforces hair strength, especially for damaged hair.
  • Adds softness and mild repair effects.
  • Supports hair elasticity and reduces breakage.
• Texture Benefit: Strengthens hair while feeling smooth.

9. Perfume

• Function: Adds pleasant fragrance.
• Note: Should be used at <1% to avoid sensitization.