Can You Use Clean Serums on Your Face and Body?

Serum as a Replacement for Moisturizer

By now, you're probably asking yourself, can serum replace moisturizer? The short answer is no. Although serums have a higher concentration of active ingredients, most of them are for creating smoother skin and a more youthful appearance. When it comes to their moisturizing properties, they don't offer as much as heavier products. For this reason, it is important to use serums in conjunction with other products, not instead of them.

What To Look for in Your Serum's Ingredients

The best serums will include three different types of ingredients: antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, and hydrators. Antioxidants, such as pomegranate, vitamin C, or grapeseed, help to protect your skin from the sun and free radicals, thereby preventing some of the signs of aging. Anti-inflammatories, like zinc or aloe vera, help to neutralize redness of the skin and prevent further inflammatory damage. Finally, hydrators, which include products like amino acids and essential fatty acids, help to strengthen skin and protect against dryness. Always look at your serum's ingredient list first to ensure it has a strong combination of these.

How To Apply Serums

The key to using any skin care product is to do so in the proper order so that they have the full effect. No matter which types of products you use, you should always start with a clean face. Most people choose to use their skin care products after their morning or evening showers. However, if your skin is sensitive, be sure to wait at least 10 minutes after your shower to begin your skin care routine. 

When using multiple skin care products, it is important to know how to layer serums and oils correctly. Always start with the serum. All you need is a pea-sized amount, which you can pat evenly over your skin. This allows the product to absorb into your skin before you apply thicker oils and creams. Apply products in order from thinnest to thickest, allowing each layer to dry before moving on to the next.

Mixing Your Serums

"Can I mix serums?" is another question people ask themselves often. Mixing serums is completely acceptable, as long as you don't use too many and layer them in the right order. Although you can technically use as many serums as you'd like, most health and beauty experts recommend not using more than three. Using more than three serums is not only more time-consuming but also makes it more difficult for each of the beneficial ingredients to penetrate and absorb into the skin. If you want the benefits of more than three serums, consider looking for items that have multitasking properties instead of using an individual product for each issue.

Regardless of how many serums you choose to apply, it is important to use them in the right order. Always use the lightest serum first. This one will absorb more easily and dry quickly. From there, use the next lightest one and then the heaviest. By applying them in order of thickness, you'll lock in the ingredients to make your skin feel ever softer and look even younger. 

The Best Serums for Your Skin

With so many serums on the market, it can be difficult to decide which ones will best meet your needs. These four are excellent places to start if you're new to creating a skin care routine and would prefer a bit of guidance: 

1. Hyaluronic Acid -One of the biggest benefits of hyaluronic acid in serum is its ability to help the skin retain moisture. The results include fewer wrinkles, less redness, and a lack of dermatitis symptoms. The acid may even help to help small cuts and wounds more quickly.
2. Squalane -The body naturally produces squalane, which means its molecular structure is quite close to the skin's. For this reason, squalane easily penetrates pores and works to nourish and hydrate skin at a cellular level. The oil protects your face and body from free radicals and balances oil production, keeping your skin clear and looking healthy. Squalane is also known for its anti-aging properties and ability to ease the symptoms of acne or eczema.
3. Vitamin C -You may imagine orange juice when you think of vitamin C, but vitamin C serum is actually quite good for the skin. Most importantly, it boosts the production of collagen, which is what gives your skin the smooth, supple appearance most often associated with youth. Vitamin C also protects your skin from the UV rays that cause sun damage (when combined with sunscreen that has an SPF of at least 15), reduces the look of under-eye circles, and speeds up the body's natural healing process.
4. Matrixyl 3000 - Matrixyl 3000 is a particularly popular serum among those who want to use anti-aging products. The serum replenishes your body's natural peptides, which are what produce collagen and elastin that gives your skin a youthful bounce. The results include fewer wrinkles, firmer skin, more hydration, and decreased sagging around the eyes and jawline.

Now that you know all the benefits of serums and understand how and when to use them, you're probably wondering how much they cost. Many people mistakenly believe they are too expensive to be beneficial, but the truth is quite the opposite. Although our serums use clean ingredients that can make them seem more expensive at first glance, the high concentration means you only need to use a tiny dab once a day. For this reason, a single bottle can last quite a long time when taken care of properly. The cost of the products more than pay for themselves. The hardest part will be deciding which of the serums you want to try first, so start shopping now!