Serum can provide a high concentration of nutrients that are good for the skin directly. To use, apply a few drops of serum on a clean face before applying moisturizer. Different from moisturizers that stick to the surface of the skin, serum will be absorbed by the skin. Serums work very well against various skin problems such as acne, dry skin, wrinkles, and dull skin. After cleansing your face, apply the serum the size of a corn kernel to your cheeks, forehead, nose, and chin. For maximum results, use the serum day and night regularly.
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Part 1 of 2: Choosing the Right Serum
Step 1. Use a serum containing glycolic acid and aloe vera as a versatile option
If you have "normal" facial skin or want to use a serum to treat your face to keep it clean, try a serum that contains these ingredients. Aloe vera can reduce redness and hydrate the skin. Glycolic acid can remove dead skin cells that clog pores. Gorgeous skin starts with good fluid intake!
- This is a good option if you don't have skin problems, but still want to nourish your skin to keep it beautiful. This option can also help fade acne scars and sunburned skin.
- You can also use rosehip oil. This oil can reduce redness and help hydrate the skin.
Step 2. Use a serum containing vitamin C, retinoids, salicylic acid, or benzoyl peroxide to get rid of acne
Vitamin C can rejuvenate the skin. Retinoids and benzoyl peroxide are powerful substances to get rid of acne. Salicylic acid can help treat acne. This combination works great in reducing inflammation or redness, controlling oil, and treating and preventing acne.
- This serum can also clean clogged pores.
- Salicylic acid can cause sunburn. Therefore, use this serum at night.
Step 3. Apply a serum containing glycolic and hyaluronic acid on dry skin
Glycolic and hyaluronic acid can help moisturize the skin. When combined, these two substances make an excellent moisturizing serum for dry skin. This serum does not feel like a thick moisturizer. This serum can deeply moisturize the skin in a short time.
You can also use vitamin E, rosehip oil, chia seeds, sea buckthorn (Hippophae), and camellia to moisturize the skin without clogging pores
Step 4. Use a serum containing retinoids and peptides to reduce wrinkles
Retinoids can disguise wrinkles and fine lines. Peptides can help nourish the skin. Combine these two substances to make a serum that does an excellent job of reducing wrinkles. For maximum results, apply the serum at night so the skin can absorb the serum while you sleep. This serum is very effective in reducing wrinkles on the face.
You can also use a serum that contains antioxidants such as vitamin C and green tea leaf extract. These antioxidants can protect the skin and disguise wrinkles
Step 5. Use a serum containing vitamin C and ferulic acid to brighten the skin
Uneven skin tone and look dull can be caused by sunlight, smoking, genetic factors, and lack of sleep. Vitamin C and ferulic acid are antioxidants that can help your skin look radiant again. These antioxidants can neutralize free radicals on the skin, so the skin tone looks more even and not dull.
- Most skin lightening serums contain green tea leaf extract. Green tea is an excellent antioxidant for the skin.
- Some skin lightening serums contain snail mucus. Snail slime is believed to be able to remove acne scars and even out skin tone.
Step 6. Even out skin tone using liquorice extract and kojic acid
Licorice extract can help disguise discoloration and dark spots. Kojic acid can remove acne scars, treat sun-exposed skin, and disguise uneven skin tone. After a few weeks, the skin will look more even and radiant when using a serum that contains these two substances.
- Look for a serum that contains vitamin C. Vitamin C is believed to brighten the skin.
- You can also use a serum that contains arbutin if you want to even out your skin tone. Arbutin is often used to prevent black spots from forming. Arbutin can also lighten the skin.
- When choosing a serum that contains vitamin C, choose a serum that contains ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid is the most important part of vitamin C. It is very helpful in rejuvenating uneven skin tone.
Step 7. Use eye bag serum to disguise dark circles around the eyes
There is a serum specially formulated to disguise dark circles around the eyes. If you want to reduce dark circles under the eyes, choose this serum. This serum is usually rich in liquorice extract or arbutin. Apply to the under eye area.
- You can use this serum as a day and night serum.
- Do not use this serum on other parts of the face. Sometimes, serum content absorbs better in the under-eye area. In addition, serum can cause irritation and acne when applied to other parts of the face.
Step 8. Use the serum day and night for maximum results
Day serums are generally not very concentrated, so you don't have to worry about sun exposure. The night serum is highly concentrated, and the ingredients start working when you fall asleep. Use these two serums to keep your skin healthy and beautiful.
- Start slowly for the skin to adapt. Start by applying a night serum every few days, then apply it more often as time goes on. After that, add the type of serum used.
- Use an antioxidant serum in the morning to keep your skin protected. Apply a night serum that contains retinoids for youthful skin.
Part 2 of 2: Applying Serum
Step 1. Clean and exfoliate the skin before applying the serum
Before applying the serum, clean your face using facial soap or scrub. Wet face, then massage gently. Clean the forehead, cheeks, nose and chin. Clean your face in circular motions, then rinse thoroughly. Cleansing your face using facial soap can remove dirt and oil. Exfoliating the skin can clean the pores.
For best results, wash your face daily and exfoliate your skin at least 3-4 times a week. Don't manually exfoliate and use chemicals like glycolic acid on the same day
Step 2. Apply one drop of light serum on each part of the face
The amount of serum that must be used depends on the consistency of the content. When using a light serum, you only need to use a small amount. Apply one drop of serum on the finger, then apply on the left cheek. Repeat this process for the right cheek, forehead, nose, and chin. Gently apply the serum using an upward motion.
Step 3. Warm 3-5 drops of thick serum in the palm of the hand before applying it
Thick serum must be warmed before application. To warm it, place a few drops of serum on the palm of the hand and rub. Serum will be spread on both palms evenly. After that, apply the serum on the face using gentle massaging movements. Apply on cheeks, forehead, nose and chin.
When applying the serum, apply the serum to the skin in a gentle motion
Step 4. Gently pat the skin for 30-60 seconds until the serum absorbs
After the serum is applied to the skin, place your finger on your cheek and press it in small circular motions. Repeat this process all over the face for 60 seconds.
Serum will absorb deeply into the skin
Step 5. Wait 60 seconds then apply moisturizer on the face
The serum will absorb into the skin after a few minutes. After that, place an adequate amount of moisturizer on your palms, then apply it on your forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin.
- Moisturizers can help lock serum nutrients in the skin, so the skin will look radiant in no time.
- If you do this in the morning, you can apply makeup after applying moisturizer. Wait a few minutes for the moisturizer to dry before applying makeup.
Tips
If the serum is applied regularly, the results will be visible after 7-14 days
Warning
- Do not use a night serum during the day. This can lead to dry skin, acne, and sunburn.
- Don't use too much. You only need a serum the size of a corn kernel to apply to all parts of the face. Too much serum will be difficult to absorb by the skin, and can cause irritation and breakouts.
