Why Serum Should Be A Staple In Your Routine

A skincare must have for all, serums pack a powerful punch and help to support healthy-looking skin, while targeting specific skin concerns.  The right serum will make your skin feel smoother, softer, and more hydrated. But what really is it, and why is it a skincare essential?

Read on to discover the best ELEMIS face serum for your skin type and concerns.

What Is A Serum?

Typically water-based, serums are lightweight formulas that are infused with concentrated amounts of key ingredients to support healthy, younger-looking skin.

What Does A Serum Do?

Face serums have multiple benefits for the skin but generally help to reduce the signs of aging and target specific skin concerns, including fine lines, wrinkles, dullness, and hyperpigmentation.

Which serum you use will depend on your own skincare goals and skin type.

Serum Vs Moisturiser

As Face serums are highly concentrated and contain much smaller molecules compared to a moisturiser, they can penetrate the surface layers of the skin easier and absorb quickly.

Moisturisers tend to be thicker in consistency and ask as a protective barrier to prevent water loss on the outer layer of the skin.

How To Apply Face Serum

Serum should be applied after cleansing and toning, but before moisturizer. To correctly layer your skincare, follow the order below:

Step 1: Cleanse and tone the face with your favourite ELEMIS cleanser and toner.

Step 2: Apply a pea-sized amount of your chosen serum with he fingertips, and gently smooth over the face and neck.

Step 3: Follow with your favourite ELEMIS day or night cream.