What is a Face Serum? What are its benefits?

Regular skin care is as follows: cleanse, moisturize, and apply sunscreen in the morning. If you want to give your skin that extra glow, consider adding a serum to your routine. Who doesn’t like skin that is as clear as glass, even if we are all fans of minimalism?

We are here to answer all your questions about serums.

What is a Face Serum?

A serum is an aqueous or aloe-based solution that is more transparent than a facial oil or moisturizer. Apply your serum immediately after cleansing your face and before applying facial oil. The primary function of a serum is to deliver active substances directly into the skin. Serums are made up of tiny molecules which easily penetrate the skin. They contain a high concentration of active ingredients that target skin concerns.

Serums are formulated with a variety of active ingredients. This allows you to target multiple skin concerns, such as wrinkles, dullness, and discoloration. You’ll want to seal in moisture after using the serum to get the most out of the nutrient-dense product.

Face Serum First or Moisturizer First

After cleansing the face, apply a serum, moisturizer or facial oil, and sunscreen. As serums are water-based, and facial oils repel water, using the serum first and then adding the facial oil will allow you to get the serum and its benefits more profound into your skin. The moisturizer can act as a seal. Serums are a great way to target specific skin concerns. They also deliver deep hydration for a youthful, plump appearance. Serums are rich but not moisturizers or oils. The serums can be watery, but they would not be classified as an essence.

Benefits of Face Serums

Hydrates the skin, making it plump and youthful

To maintain beautiful skin, hydration is vital. Add a serum to your skincare routine if your skin may be dehydrated.

Serums with active ingredients such as hyaluronic or squalane can be great for hydration. Hyaluronic Acid in serums helps your skin to lock in moisture, keeping it smooth and glowing. Apply your serum on damp skin, and seal the benefits with facial oil. A serum is a must-have for anyone who has dry and dull skin.

Herbal Face Oil for Oily-Skin

Calms and soothes sensitive skin.

Serums absorb quickly into the skin and are ideal for oily skin. Active ingredients such as probiotics and salicin (a derivative of salicylic acids) can help control oilier skin types.

Reduces wrinkles and fine lines

Face serums containing active ingredients such as our Bioactive A Complex, hyaluronic Acid, or Vitamin C (found in our concentrated boosting elixirs) may reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Hyaluronic Acid helps to retain and attract moisture. You will not be able to see fine lines on the face if the skin looks plump and hydrated.

Vitamin C is an excellent anti-aging agent. It protects the skin from the damaging effects of environmental stressors. It also brightens your skin, making it look even-toned. Vitamin C is not only strong, but it also moisturizes your skin without leaving a greasy residue.

Rosehip oil in an anti-aging serum will make your skin firmer and feel softer. For maximum benefit, anti-aging serums can be applied at night before bed or the following day before using facial oils.

It would help if you also looked for goji berries and chia seeds oil. All of these ingredients, according to studies, are rich in antioxidants that restore the skin. Using a product with these ingredients will make your skin firmer, smoother, and wrinkle-free.

Antioxidants to protect skin

Serums with vitamin E, ferulic acids, vitamin C, and probiotics can protect your skin from pollutants and environmental stressors that cause premature skin aging.

• Serums with ingredients such as vitamin C, hyaluronic acids, and peptides smooth the skin and refine its texture: Serums containing ingredients like hyaluronic and vitamin C help refine skin texture.

Reduce dark spots appearance: Vitamin C, Bioactive A Complex, stem cells derived from citrus, and herbs like licorice, uva-ursi, or licorice root helps brighten skin by creating an even complexion.

Reduces skin irritation or redness

If you have sensitive, itchy skin, irritation and redness are the most common symptoms. This delicate skin will not be able to handle a facial oil alone, as pollution and prolonged sun exposure can cause damage. Squalane, zinc, aloe, and shea butter are great ingredients for soothing skin because they are hydrating. Avocado oil and sunflower oils are also great ingredients for sensitive skin.

Reduces pore size

People with oily or acne-prone skin are more likely to have visible pores. Face serums that contain high levels of antioxidants and exfoliating agents, such as our bioactive A Complex, can help to clear dirt from pores and unclog them. Vitamin C can tighten visible pores and make them less noticeable. Face serums can also be lightweight and easily absorbed by the skin. This helps to prevent the clogging of pores. Look for a light, exfoliating serum to minimize the look of large pores.

Balances natural oils and unclogs pores

You can find serums with specific ingredients for your skin type if you have an oily complexion and are hesitant to use a face cream that moisturizes.

You won’t get oilier skin using a suitable serum for your face. If you have oily skin, look for ingredients such as neem oil, black cumin seed, or salicylic (or willow bark) derived from the same source.