Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Use Facial Serums

Facial serums are not new to skincare, but they keep gaining in popularity. Serums help maintain and restore a youthful glowing appearance and fight signs of aging. They contain highly concentrated active ingredients which are absorbed deep into the skin. Great for hydration, fine lines and wrinkles, and overall skin tone, most every woman can benefit from using a serum. Here are my top 5 reasons you should use facial serums.

Don’t be confused about the difference between serums and moisturizers and why we use them. Typically, serums are more expensive than moisturizers because of those highly concentrated active ingredients, such as:

Hyaluronic acid – used to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It’s like giving the face a heavy dose of water).

Vitamin C – used to diminish the appearance of hyperpigmentation by brightening the skin. Vitamin C also strengthens collagen in the dermis layer of the skin.

Peptides – You can find powerful peptides (amino acids) in serums which help to firm, heal, and stimulate collagen production.

The Difference Between Serums and Moisturizers

Moisturizers are used to hydrate and protect the skin by forming a protective barrier against the outside elements. Daily moisturizers may even contain SPF which helps prevent damage from the sun.

Serums are formulated of extremely tiny molecules that are able to penetrate deeply into the dermis (the layer under the epidermis) to deliver nourishment and treat new cells that will regenerate to the outer surface of the skin and help to repair the skin.

How to Use Serums

After cleansing and toning your skin, lightly pat your face with your fingers to apply your serum. A pea sized amount is all you need. Allow a few minutes for it to absorb then follow with a moisturizer. For sensitive skin you should let your face dry completely after your toner before applying serum. Don’t forget to use a moisturizer with SPF during the day time hours. If you use a very pricey serum and you want it to last longer, try applying it only once a day either morning or evening, or add some to your daily moisturizer. However, a one-ounce bottle should last for several months.