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[Disclaimer: I'm not a dermatologist/an aesthetician. I'm just a skincare lover. This thread is based on my readings and personal experiences. Our skin is very unique and different with each other. What works on my skin may not suit yours. YMMV ]
For some people, a basic skincare routine (Cleanser -Moisturizer - Sunscreen) can work just fine.
But,
When you aren't seeing the result you were hoping for, then u might need to add an advanced, concentrated formulations of skincare like SERUM
When you aren't seeing the result you were hoping for, then u might need to add an advanced, concentrated formulations of skincare like SERUM
First of all, WHAT ARE SERUMS?
SERUMS are designed to deliver high concentration of specific ACTIVE INGREDIENTS to skin that powerfully target different SKIN CONCERNS.
SERUMS are designed to deliver high concentration of specific ACTIVE INGREDIENTS to skin that powerfully target different SKIN CONCERNS.
They usually come in watery to gel like texture & consist of active ingredients.
For example: @zarzoubeautyHQ BHS has watery texture
And
contain ascorbic acid & arbutin to tackle acne scars & hyperpigmentation.
For example: @zarzoubeautyHQ BHS has watery texture
And
contain ascorbic acid & arbutin to tackle acne scars & hyperpigmentation.
Serum has smaller molecules that able to penetrate deeper layer of skin.
Make it a great tool for targeting skin concerns like wrinkles, dehydration, acne, hyperpigmentation etc.
Make it a great tool for targeting skin concerns like wrinkles, dehydration, acne, hyperpigmentation etc.
So, how to choose a serum?
Unlike how we choose cleanser, moisturizer & sunscreen which are based on our skin type, we should choose our serum based on skin concerns.
Unlike how we choose cleanser, moisturizer & sunscreen which are based on our skin type, we should choose our serum based on skin concerns.
They come in all sorts of formulas and categories based on what active they are using. Here are just a few different types:
Hydrating
Exfoliating
Antioxidant
Brightening
Anti-aging
Source: https://www.thecandidly.com/2019/what-is-a-serum-and-do-we-need-one
HydratingExfoliatingAntioxidantBrighteningAnti-agingSource: https://www.thecandidly.com/2019/what-is-a-serum-and-do-we-need-one
HYDRATING SERUM
Contain: hyaluronic acid, sodium hyaluronate etc
Hydrates skin
Make skin appear more plump and supple
Example of products:
Contain: hyaluronic acid, sodium hyaluronate etc
Hydrates skin Make skin appear more plump and suppleExample of products:
EXFOLIATING SERUM
Contain: PHA, AHA (Mandelic acid, lactic acid, glycolic acid), BHA (Salicylic acid)
Slough off dead skin cells
Improve skin texture
Reduce acne and congestion
* For beginner, start with low percentage of acid
Example of products:
Contain: PHA, AHA (Mandelic acid, lactic acid, glycolic acid), BHA (Salicylic acid)
Slough off dead skin cells Improve skin texture Reduce acne and congestion* For beginner, start with low percentage of acid
Example of products:
ANTIOXIDANT SERUM
Contain: vitamin A,C and E, resveretrol, niacinamide, ferulic acid etc
Fight free radicals
Prevent sign of aging & sun damage
Repair skin
Example of products:
Contain: vitamin A,C and E, resveretrol, niacinamide, ferulic acid etc
Fight free radicals Prevent sign of aging & sun damage Repair skinExample of products:
BRIGHTENING SERUM
Contain: Arbutin, kojic acid, vitamin c, azelaic acid etc
Hyperpigmentation
Dull skin
Uneven skin tone
Example of products:
Contain: Arbutin, kojic acid, vitamin c, azelaic acid etc
Hyperpigmentation Dull skin Uneven skin toneExample of products:
ANTI-AGING SERUM
Contain: Retinol, green tea, peptide, coenzyme Q10 etc
Target wrinkles and fine lines
Give firmness and youthful skin
Example of products:
Contain: Retinol, green tea, peptide, coenzyme Q10 etc
Target wrinkles and fine lines Give firmness and youthful skinExample of products:
If y'all are looking for Brightening and Hydrating Serum
Y'all can try @zarzoubeautyHQ BHS
It contains both brightening and hydrating ingredients such as ascorbic acid, arbutin & hyaluronic acid
Any inquiries/ to order, just pm me on whatsapp
https://wa.me/60135968497
Y'all can try @zarzoubeautyHQ BHS
It contains both brightening and hydrating ingredients such as ascorbic acid, arbutin & hyaluronic acid
Any inquiries/ to order, just pm me on whatsapp
https://wa.me/60135968497
