The Benefits of Face Serums (and When to Use Them)
The benefits of face serums are myriad. Defined as, “thin-viscosity topical products that contain concentrated amounts of active ingredients”, face serums, when used correctly, can be one of the best at-home methods for both treating and preventing specific skin concerns.
Today, I’ll be detailing the benefits of face serums… as well as which conditions they can be used for, when to use them, and how to reap the best results possible.
What Are the Benefits of Face Serums?
Due to serums being made up of highly-concentrated active molecules that can quickly and deeply penetrate the skin’s surface, they are hailed for their wide spectrum of benefits.
These include:
Shielding your skin from free radicals and sun-related damage (particularly when the serum in question stars antioxidant powerhouses like green tea extract, vitamins E and C, or ferulic acid
Acting as the perfect first layer of any skin care routine due to its fast-acting, non-greasy properties
Soothing even the most sensitive of skin
Working to alleviate the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles through their ability to deliver a boost of collagen induction, anti-inflammatory properties, and hydrating ingredients such as hyaluronic acid
Above all, serums stand out in the world of skin care for two reasons: the first being that they are highly versatile, meaning that, regardless of your skin concern, there is likely a serum that targets it; and the second being that, due to them being fast-acting and containing a high concentration of active ingredients, they are proven to promote more visible results, faster.
The Skin Concerns That Face Serums Can Treat
As mentioned, regardless of your skin type or concern, Moonstone Skin & Body Skin guarantees that your ideal face serum is out there.
Face serums can effectively treat:
Acne
Serums that utilize salicylic acid, niacinamide, zinc, glycolic acid, or tea tree oil can work to mitigate breakouts and calm acne by controlling sebum production, gently chemically exfoliating the topmost layer of skin, and/or spot-treat active breakouts.
Aging
Anti-aging serums commonly contain one or more of the following: vitamin c, hydroxy acids, peptides, and/or retinol. In fact, I frequently recommend science-backed serums as part of Moonstone Skin & Body Care’s six-week Age Later Program.
Hyperpigmentation
To treat hyperpigmentation long-term, serums that star mandelic acid, azelaic acid, retinol, arbutin, and/or vitamin c have all been proven to help to mitigate the appearance of hyperpigmentation while simultaneously protecting against further discoloration.
When and How to Use Face Serums for the Best Results
Serums should be the first step in any daily skin care routine after cleansing, toning, and exfoliating. To lock in its effects and provide optimal skin protection, it is recommended to follow with moisturizer and a minimum of SPF 30.
When professionally-recommended, serums used properly and consistently, skin concerns like acne, visible signs of aging, hyperpigmentation, dullness, and even texture irregularities can be both treated and protected against long-term.
Are you looking for your next favorite face serum? Don’t hesitate: reach out today to receive a recommendation… or shop the Moonstone Skin & Body Care store for yourself!
