Serums

 

 Face Serum  

Your skin is constantly exposed to external stress factors such as extremes of weather, pollution, microorganisms and even harsh skincare products. With time, as the ageing process begins, there is a significant reduction in the natural moisturizing factor in the epidermis along with skin barrier impairment.  This gives your skin a dry, saggy and uneven appearance.

Face serums are specifically crafted to provide your skin with optimum moisturization . These lightweight hydrating solutions have a deeper penetration capacity that makes them reach deep into your skin’s layers. Made of active ingredients in concentrated forms like Alpha Vitamin C, Glycerin and others along with natural plant extracts, face serums can combat various skin problems .According to a recent clinical study, people who included a face serum in their daily skincare routine, found that their skin cond1. Hydration Serums are lighter in nature and made of smaller molecules. These can easily penetrate the epidermis and make up for your skin for hydration. As the skin ages, there is excess trans-epidermal water loss from the surface of your skin. Besides this, your sebaceous glands also cannot produce enough sebum to keep your skin hydrated.

Applying face serum every day actively combats such dry skin problems [2] and keeps your skin soft and supple. Face serums can also help severe dry skin conditions like eczema. Anti-AgingAge, oxidative stress and various environmental factors rob your skin of its youth. Anti-ageing face serums contain antioxidants like Vitamin C, peptides, collagen and alpha hydroxy acids to prevent wrinkles, age spots and all other signs of ageing. Improvement Of Skin Texture

Young skin can quickly heal itself from externally and internally caused damages. However, with constant exposure to harsh environmental factors and skin ageing, your skin's wound healing abilities gradually deteriorate. Thus when new cells do not replace the dead damaged ones quickly, your skin feels rough and uneven. Serums hydrate your skin and boost its healing capabilities, thus making your skin appear clear and youthful.

Pore Tightening Visible pores are a common skin woe especially in oily skin. This is often caused by excessive secretion of sebum. Unlike creams and moisturizers that may end up making your skin more oily, face serums act as humectants. They help reduce loss of essential moisture from your skin, keeping it soft yet oil free. Using face serums that contain ingredients such as niacinamide can shrink and tighten your pores within a few days of application. Skin Brightening Vitamin C serums for face can work wonders for dull, unevenly toned skin. You can also check for plant derived ingredients in your serum such as orange peel extract, onion bulb extract or licorice root extract, which contribute to skin brightening.

 Cell Regeneration Cell renewal serums for the face have collagen boosting properties that aid the production of new skin cells. Powered by active ingredients like vitamin C, peptides and acids, they help your skin retain its elasticity and youthful radiance. Prevents Inflammation/ Redness Calming serums target skin sensitivity and inflammations. Skin that is easily irritated by external factors highly benefit from these serums. Anti-inflammatory ingredients like and bio-extracts like kola, soothe your skin and help suppress inflammatory mediators.

 Skin- Barrier Requirement

One of the main causes of skin damage is skin barrier impairment. Repairing serums aid in skin healing and prevent damage to the epidermal barrier. These are super hydrating serums that have antioxidants which help rebuild the damaged skin. Prevents Acne Devoid of a thickening agent, serums are usually Clarifying serums containing and salicylic acid are specially designed to clear clogged pores. This prevents the formation of that can lead to acne.

 Acts As a  Primer Applying serum before your foundation often helps retain your make-up for longer hours. Since serums are not heavy, they can be easily layered. In fact applying make-up over serum prevents the skin on your face from drying up. skin begins to sag with a reduction in the levels of naturally produced hyaluronic acid [3]. Adding   a face serum which contains this essential ingredient, plumps up   areas  of your face that lack hydration. Hyaluronic acid is generally considered safe for all skin types.

B. Vitamin C serums are best for skin rejuvenation. Usually added in the form of L-ascorbic acid, this essential antioxidant helps reverse environmental damage suffered by your skin. Vitamin C serums are also known for their ability to heal skin scars and uneven skin tone.The antioxidant] is a type of Vitamin E often added to face serums for its cell renewal abilities. damage protection properties, this form of Vitamin E can prevent oxidative stress caused by sun exposure Peptides in your face serum boost the formation of collagen that prevents the formation of wrinkles. With an increase of collagen, your skin looks more taut, young and plump. According to medical research, topical application of face serums containing peptides have shown visible improvement in skin texture and skin health in a matter of 2 week  Vitamin B3 helps reduce skin inflammation. Owing to this it is often added to soothing serums for sensitive skin. Niacin or niacinamide promotes your overall skin health including the production of keratin for firm, young looking skin.

Bio Extracts Oils and extracts from plants have been instrumental in skincare products for ages. From skin brightening, anti-ageing, clarifying, to soothing, these natural elixirs are overloaded with essential skin friendly nutrients such as antioxidants, fatty acids, vitamins and amino acids. With innumerable herbs and plant sources being used in face serums, here’s a list of the most prominenOily skin is often prone to oil build-ups and acne. Clarifying, skin calming, pore refining serums are great for acne prone skin. You can check out one that includes anti-ageing benefits as well.

Ingredients For Dry Skin  Dry skin requires intense hydration. Thus ingredients that are emollient in nature and aid in cell renewal are best. Skin soothing ingredients also benefit dry skin by preventing inflammation and irritations. The best ingredients used in serums for dry skin include peptides, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C, DMAE, borage seed oil, jojoba oil, apricot kernel oil, argan oil and avocado oil. Ingredients For  Normal And Combination Skin To keep your skin young, soft and glowing, choose a Vitamin C serum for your face that aids in cell regeneration, brightening and hydration. For combination skin, identify your needs. If you experience acne problems in the T-zone, then clarifying, skin soothing and cell repair serums may help.

 Ingredients For Sensitive Skin When introducing   new products to sensitive skin, always perform a patch test to check for allergic reactions. Find a skin soothing serum that does not irritate your sensitive skin. Look for mild, calming ingredients such as vitamin C, , calendula, , black tea, burdock root, ginseng etc To make your own homemade natural face serum for glowing skin, mix 1 tbsp of jojoba oil, licorice oil, tea tree oil, sweet almond oil and aloe vera gel. You can even add some ghee or honey for some super hydrating benefits. Improved within weeks. Clean Your Face Wash your face with a mild face wash to remove dirt, grime, excess sebum and dead skin. Herbal face washes are best as they gently clean without stripping your skin of its essential oils Exfoliate As  Per Requirement Exfoliate 2 to 3 times a week depending on your exposure to pollution. Exfoliation further cleanses your pores and helps in regulating the formation of acne (blackheads and whiteheads).

 Apply Face Serum Now your face is ready to receive all the goodness of your face serum. Take a small amount on your fingertips (3 to 4 drops) and gently apply all over your face and neck. Pat your skin to cover all areas. Serums are lightweight and are quickly . Once the serum is completely absorbed, layer your face with a moisturizer to stay hydrated for

Should I Apply Face Serum To reap the most out of your face serum, apply it in the right proportions and the right manner. Apply your serum twice a day during your morning and night skincare routines. Serums must always be applied on a clean face Use a toner before applying serum if your skin feels too oily Wait a few minutes after application to allow complete absorption of the product. Layer with a moisturizer  for better hydration. Potential Side Effects And Risks Of Face Serums Serums are generally grouped according to your skin requirements or your skin type and are usually safe on skin. If you follow the general instructions on the label while applying the product, you are less likely to observe any side effects. To be on the safer side, a patch test is recommended before trying a new serum on your face. However, like in all skincare products certain risk factors must be kept in mind. Certain ingredients may not be well tolerated by your skin. Hence, thoroughly read the list of ingredients, in case your skin is prone to allergic reactions. For sensitive skin, while using the serum for the first time you may experience minor skin irritations. But is less likely to be long lasting.

Face serums are powerhouses of skin friendly vitamins and nutrients in concentrated forms. Regular application can give you naturally glowing, younger looking skin. Face serums for men and women slightly differ in the skin issues addressed by them. Face serums for men help prevent acne, oil build-up, rough skin, sun damage and gradual skin ageing. On the other hand, face serums for women usually prioritize hydration, skin barrier anti-ageing.

 

However, a good knowledge of your skin type and issues is important for selecting the right serum for your skin's needs. According to, an awareness of your body constitution can further help you select the right ingredients that benefit your skin.