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The beauty industry is growing and expanding every day with newer formulations and innovative packing. Among all these, one product manages to stay on top because of the benefits and ease of application. This magical, nourishing, and revitalising product is our very own serum. A serum is liquid gold in a bottle when it comes to healing or preventing certain skin issues. Formulated with either water or oil-based solution, the nanoparticles enter into the deeper layers of the skin and tackle the problem from within. According to a study, a serum can start making a difference within 4 weeks of use and a drastic change within 12 weeks of consistent use accompanied by a healthy lifestyle and a proper routine.
But with so many serums on Nykaa solving so many problems, it can get daunting to select one that will suit your best, so here’s a cheatsheet for serums every skin type might need. Scroll further for a bird's eye view of what ingredients to look out for every concern.
Serums For Every Concern
Serum For Dry Skin
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According to a study, the skin does not just tolerate a hyaluronic acid serum, but with consistent use, the dry parameters of the skin improve drastically and offer healthy skin. It rehydrates skin and offers a plump, and natural glow. The micro molecules penetrate deep to add moisture, and remove fine lines and wrinkles caused by dry, shrunken cells.
Serum For Oily Skin
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The 2% encapsulated salicylic acid controls and fights excess sebum for an oil-free skin. The prickly pear and blueberry extract removes oil without stripping away any moisture and leaves the skin soft and plum respectively. It’s a lightweight and non-greasy formula that unclogs pores and prevents blackheads too.
Serum For Acne
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Salicylic acid also helps with treating active acne as it unclogs pores, treats acne, and controls black and white heads that clog your open pores. Made with witch hazel and willow bark, this also controls oil, another skin concern that usually goes hand in hand with acne and breakouts.
Serum For Glowing Skin
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Formulated with 15% vitamin C, 1% vitamin A, and diacaprylyl carbonate this serum from Foxtale brightens dull skin caused due to sun exposure, acne scars, photoaging, and other environmental stressors without any of the greasiness.
Serum For Anti-Ageing
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The best ingredient for anti-ageing is retinol, a fat-soluble derivative of vitamin A that reverses signs of matured skin with just a 1% concentration of topical application. This serum from The Ordinary also evens out uneven skin tone, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, and also offers a natural rejuvenation with the squalene.
Serum For Spot Correction
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Glycolic acid can remove up to 50% of dark spots caused due to acne marks, pigmentation, and zits. It reverses sun exposure, improves the cell regeneration process, and brightens the skin as it gets rid of the pigmentation.
Serum For Pigmentation
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The fine molecules in the serum are a potent solution to correct any discolouration and pigmentation caused due to sun exposure, acne spots, hormonal changes, etc. It also gently exfoliates your skin for improved cell renewal to reveal illuminated skin.
Ingredient Cheatsheet
If you are just looking to better educate yourself when it comes to the base ingredients, then here’s a cheatsheet to check out for a quick glance.
Parting Thoughts
Picking the right serum can do wonders for your skin. As serums penetrate into your skin, the formulation directly targets the issue, and choosing the right concoction can offer great results with consistent use and a proper routine. Identify the problem you have, select the ingredient that will resolve your issue, and choose a concentration that your skin can tolerate and voilà, you have a product that actually helps with your skin concern.
FAQs
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How many times can I use a serum in a day?
You can incorporate a serum into your AM and PM routine. But there are some ingredients that you can use in the morning and some at night. You can use vitamin C, glycolic, hyaluronic, basically a lot of active ingredients in the morning, and retinol at night. Retinol can’t be mixed with other active ingredients hence, it is better used at night.
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How to use a serum?
Cleanse your face thoroughly before applying a serum. Take the dropper and next to your face directly dispense the product on your face, as serums are quick-absorbing, you don’t want it to get wasted on your fingertips or palm. Massage the product in and finish with a moisturiser to lock in the product and hydrate.
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What should I consider before buying a serum?
Consider your skin type, texture, concern, and desired results before buying a serum.
