I Want My Hair to Look Like I Have Weekly Salon Visits—This Product Has Convinced People I Do

Best for: Post-styling

Why it's the best: GHD knows what it's doing when it comes to hair products, and this serum is no exception. Designed to be applied as the last step in your routine (although you can also use it on damp hair before blow drying) it's suitable for all hair types and helps to smooth hair, define curls, add shine and tame flyaways.

My review: I love using this serum on those mornings when my hair is feeling a little all over the place. It helps to lock in my style and adds salon-worthy shine. It's very lightweight so doesn't feel greasy or weigh my hair down either, which is a huge plus.

Best for: Damaged hair

Why it's the best: If you want a little bit of luxury, you can't go wrong with Oribe. Not only is this serum beautiful to look at, but it contains the brand's signature complex of ingredients to strengthen the hair, add moisture and increase elasticity. It can be used on both dry and damp hair, and can also be used as an overnight treatment, too.

My review: I love this serum and tend to use it as an overnight treatment when my ends are feeling dry. It smells absolutely incredible and makes my hair feel so soft and smooth. One thing I will say is that a little goes a long way, so be careful not to apply too much as this can sometimes weigh the hair down.

Best for: Thick hair

Why it's the best: Not only is this serum super affordable, but it really works. It comes in an extra-strength formula that has been designed with thick and coarse hair in mind, and works to tame flyaways, protect from heat and add shine. With argan, coconut and moringa oil, it can be used on damp or dry hair for a hit of hydration.

My review: I actually had someone at work ask me how I got my hair to look so smooth and shiny after using a few pumps of this serum. Yep, I really love this stuff, especially as the formula has been designed with thick hair in mind. It can feel a little greasy at times, but I make sure to use a small amount in order to avoid this.

Best for: Protecting hair

Why it's the best: This hair serum is pretty revolutionary. Suitable for all hair types, it is infused with the brand's iconic patented bond-building technology and protects against both pollution and heat (up to 232°C), so is ideal for dry or damaged ends. Oh, and it also helps to add a glossy shine. Simply apply to damp hair and style as normal.

My review: I love using this on hair wash days when I want to wear my hair natural. It really helps to reduce frizz and flyaways, and my hair always feels softer and healthier.

Best for: Affordability

Why it's the best: You can always rely on L'Oreal Paris for affordable products that deliver on results. As the name suggests, this serum is super hydrating, and the formula is infused with hyaluronic acid to add bounce and shine to your ends. I like to think of it as skincare for your hair. It is suitable for all hair textures and can be used on wet or dry hair whenever you need a boost.

My review: This is one of those products that I recommend to everyone. It comes in a spray format so is super quick and easy to use, it smells like a luxury hairdresser's salon and gives your hair a nice boost in between washes.

Best for: Locking in your style

Why it's the best: New from Dyson, the Chitosan serum is a post-styling product designed to lock in your style and hydrate your ends. It can be used on dry hair to provide long-lasting hold and a smooth, shiny finish. The formula is packed with hyaluronic acid and amino acids to moisturise and reduce the appearance of damage, so it really is a one-stop shop for those busy mornings.

My review: This product is easily one of the coolest serums I've used. It comes in this unique pump format that makes it easy to dispense into your hands, it's very lightweight and it smells really fresh. Although I'm yet to notice a huge difference when it comes to holding my style, my hair always looks so shiny and healthy when I use this.

Best for: A leave-in treatment

Why it's the best: Another great option from L’Oréal Paris, but for very different reasons. This leave-in serum is ideal for damaged hair as it works to strengthen, minimise the appearance of split ends and protect against heat damage. It can be used on wet or dry hair and is suitable for all hair types, so it's easy to slot into your routine if you're on a hair health journey like me.

My review: My hair always looks (and feels) quite dry after styling with heat, but this serum helps to minimise the appearance of damage and also adds subtle shine. It has a lightweight texture so I can use a lot without weighing my ends down, and it sinks in in seconds so never feels greasy.

Best for: An overnight treatment

Why it's the best: This clever serum has been designed to be used overnight on both damp or dry hair. All you have to do is apply it through the lengths and ends, and there's no need to rinse it out in the morning. It features five essential vitamins to nourish and hydrate your hair, and also helps to protect from dryness while you sleep.

My review: I toss and turn a lot in the night, so tend to wake up with a lot of flyaways. However, pairing this overnight serum with my silk pillowcase ensures that I wake up with silky soft ends. It is more of an investment, but I really do notice a difference when using.

Best for: Fine hair

Why it's the best: If you love the John Frieda hair serums but find that they weigh your hair down, then you might want to give this lightweight version a go. Designed with fine hair in mind, it still adds that smooth, shiny finish without any heaviness or greasiness.

My review: Although this particular serum doesn't work as well on my thick hair, my friends with finer hair types love it. It's super affordable and absorbs much quicker, so won't leave your ends feeling heavy at all.