Serums are thin products designed to be applied after cleansing and before moisturizer application. As these serums contain active ingredients not found in cleansers or moisturizers, selecting an appropriate serum for each skin type is vitally important.
This blemish buster contains 2 percent salicylic acid to unclog pores, as well as niacinamide to reduce discoloration from old pimples. Furthermore, glacial water and thyme extract balance pH levels while improving texture for ultimate skin rejuvenation.
Oily or Acne-Prone Skin
Oily skin is often associated with enlarged pores, blackheads, and breakouts. While genetic predisposition could play a part in oiliness, other causes include overwashing (which strips your natural oils), hot and humid weather conditions, stress or certain medications. To manage sebum production while simultaneously moisturizing your face may be helpful. A serum designed to control sebum production and hydrate can be an excellent solution.
This luxurious serum contains nourishing botanical oils like evening primrose oil and tamanu, which work to reduce sebum production and soothe irritation, in addition to soothing aloe vera gel, glacial water and thyme extract to even out skin tone and diminish dark spots. Plus it is Leaping Bunny certified cruelty-free and noncomedogenic – meaning it shouldn’t clog your pores!
This popular option for oily or acne-prone skin can be an affordable solution, thanks to its light texture that quickly absorbs into your complexion. Thanks to exfoliating lactic acid and brightening licorice extract, its lightweight consistency quickly absorbs into skin with continuous use, helping even out tone and reduce dark spots over time. Niacinamide’s star ingredient also regulates sebum production while simultaneously shrinking pores; and hyaluronic acid provides essential hydration without leaving an oily or shiny appearance behind.
Dry Skin
Though natural products are usually best, we may require additional assistance in fighting dry skin’s effects – this is where skincare serums come into play.
Face serums offer lightweight formulas designed to hydrate and nourish your skin while leaving it soft and smooth. Peptides-containing serums may also promote new cell formation to increase brightness in your complexion and brighten it further.
If you have numerous fine lines and wrinkles, using a serum formulated with retinol may help them smooth away over time. You could also look for products containing antioxidants like Vitamin C, Ferulic acid, Green tea extract or Resveratrol which will protect against free radical damage to the skin.
Keep in mind that serums should be applied on slightly damp skin in order to maximize absorption, particularly if using products with higher concentrations of active ingredients. For optimal results, layer your serum with a toner and an occlusive cream to retain the moisture levels in your skin.
Sensitive Skin
Sensitive skin often responds to external stressors with irritation, reddening and tingling; this may be caused by environmental factors, cosmetic products or lifestyle choices such as spicy food or stress. Sometimes this reaction also includes disruption of microbiomes and altered hormone balance – especially during puberty, pregnancy or menstrual cycles or menopausal transition periods.
Sensitive skin can be caused by an inadequate barrier function combined with hypersensitive nerve endings, so an appropriate skincare regime is key in order to combat and manage this condition.
To treat sensitive skin, search for serums formulated with soothing ingredients like aloe vera or bisabolol that provide soothing comfort, while serums with anti-inflammatory properties may be beneficial in relieving redness, itching, burning and reddening. Ceramide-rich serums may help restore lipid layers to strengthen resilience – apply it after cleansing before moisturizing. A patch test should always be conducted prior to applying new products that contain active ingredients as this allows you to determine whether or not your skin can tolerate it without irritation or allergic reaction.
Combination Skin
Genetics and hormones play a significant role in determining your skin type. Hormonal changes during puberty, menstruation and pregnancy can increase oil production in your T-zone due to overactive sebaceous glands which produces too much sebum, leaving areas dry areas flaky or patchy. Environmental influences also play a part; hot weather can exacerbate excess oiliness while cold air may bring on dryness.
Utilizing a gentle cleanser specifically tailored for combination skin is key in effectively eliminating impurities and balancing oil production in your complexion. Look for cleansers containing humectants such as glycerin or aloe vera which can hydrate and soothe without aggravating dry patches on your complexion.
Retinol-infused serums containing alpha hydroxy acids like lactic acid, glycolic acid, citric acid, white willow bark bark and meadowsweet can help diminish post-acne marks while smoothing rough skin textures and brightening dull spots for an even skin tone. Hyaluronic acid and vitamin C provide additional hydration.
