Korean Dictionary
How to say "Hair Serum" in Korean
“Hair Serum” in Korean is 헤어 세럼 (pronounced "Heeo Serom").
헤어 세럼
Heeo Serom
Usage & Context
Hair serum is applied to the hair to add shine, reduce frizz, and protect from heat damage. It is popular in Korean hair care routines.
Example Sentence
헤어 세럼을 바르면 머리가 매끈하고 윤기가 나요.
Applying hair serum makes hair smooth and shiny.
How to use 헤어 세럼 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Hair Serum” is 헤어 세럼, romanized as Heeo Serom.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For "헤어" (Heeo), say "heh-uh," with "heh" like in "hello" and "uh" like the sound you make when thinking. For "세럼" (Serom), say "seh-reom," with "seh" like in "set" without the 't' and "reom" like "rum" but with a slightly softer 'r' and a more open 'eo' sound.
More Example Sentences
Sharing a personal hair care routine tip.
머리 말리기 전에 헤어 세럼을 꼭 발라줘요.
I always apply hair serum before drying my hair.
Describing the benefits of a product.
이 헤어 세럼은 푸석한 머리카락에 윤기를 더해줘요.
This hair serum adds shine to frizzy hair.
Planning for a trip.
여행 갈 때 헤어 세럼 작은 거 하나 챙겨가야겠어요.
I should pack a small hair serum when I travel.
Cultural Context
Hair serums are a staple in Korean hair care, highly valued for their ability to add shine, tame frizz, and protect hair from heat and environmental damage. Many K-beauty brands offer serums with unique ingredients like argan oil, camellia oil, or various plant extracts, catering to different hair types and concerns. It's common for Koreans to apply serum daily, often as the last step in their hair routine, to achieve the smooth, glossy "glass hair" look popularized by K-pop idols and K-drama stars.
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Common Phrases
헤어 세럼 바르다.
To apply hair serum.
머릿결 좋아지는 헤어 세럼.
Hair serum that improves hair texture.
열 보호 헤어 세럼.
Heat protection hair serum.
Related Expressions
헤어 오일
Heeo Oil
Hair oil (similar function, often heavier)
에센스
Eseunseu
Essence (general term for concentrated beauty product, can be for hair)
헤어 미스트
Heeo Miseuteu
Hair mist (lighter, for hydration/fragrance)
헤어 크림
Heeo Keurim
Hair cream (often for styling or moisturizing)
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