2023-09-04 14:32:31
From AHA, BHA, vitamin C, niacinamide to retinol, face serums are a dime a dozen. But with the large number of active ingredients & co., it is not always easy to keep track and to know which serum should be used for which age and which skin type. But don’t worry, we’ve put together the ultimate guide to serums for all ages.
What is a face serum and what are its effects?
The face serum is one of the most effective care products for our skin. Due to the high dosage of ingredients and the concentrated mix of active ingredients, facial serums give the skin important nutrients, penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin and thus achieve an immediate effect. Depending on the product and manufacturer, facial serums usually have a gel-like or slightly watery, light texture and are therefore quickly and deeply absorbed by the skin.
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How to find the right face serum
With the large number of different facial serums and active ingredients, it can be a challenge to find the right serum. It is best to use your own age as a guide here, because from a certain point in time the care needs of the skin also change. Your skin type is also important, because every skin is individual. You should pay attention to this:
Every skin has different requirements depending on age and skin type. Young skin struggles more often with impurities. Retinol is therefore the best choice. For skin care from the age of 30, a serum with vitamin C is suitable, which counteracts the first wrinkles and sallow skin. At the beginning of the 40s, the skin needs serums that contain vitamin E, peptides and retinol. This stimulates the production of collagen and fights wrinkles. Serums with iron, vitamin B3 or zinc are the best choice for beautiful skin even as you age. They counteract dry skin and ensure a beautiful complexion. Beautiful skin needs to be cared for! Serums are ideal beauty boosters in any care routine.© GettyImages
Depending on your age, this is the best serum for your skin
Not all skin is the same – and neither is every face serum. That’s why you should always think regarding whether the current facial care routine still suits your skin’s needs, or whether one or two new products should be introduced. Serums in particular are great because they penetrate deeper into the skin than a cream and thus care for it even better. Therefore, the serum should always match the needs of the skin, which, however, change over time. Of course, it may also be that your skin does not fall into the typical clusters and you need something else. But most people are very well advised to use this serum guide:
Retinol serum for the 20s
Accidentally fell asleep with makeup on? This usually takes revenge the next day with annoying pimples on the face. Basically, in young adulthood one often still has to contend with skin blemishes. Oily skin or acne scars are also an issue. If you have impure skin, you should use a retinol serum. It helps fight blemishes and inhibits oil production.
Vitamin C face serum for the 30s
New phase of life – new challenges. This also applies to your skin. In the early 30s, in addition to all the stress of everyday life, the skin needs special facial care. A sallow complexion and thinning skin is best counteracted with vitamin C. It is a powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from environmental stress, irritation and inflammation. It reduces sun damage and gives a visibly radiant complexion.
Anti-aging serum for the 40s
The first little wrinkles on your face? No reason to worry! In the forties, collagen production in the skin decreases, and pigment spots can also appear more frequently. Conventional facial care is no longer sufficient. The perfect skin care from 40 includes serums with niacinamide, vitamin E, peptides or retinol. They stimulate collagen production once more, reduce small wrinkles, promote skin renewal and counteract skin aging.
For the 40s, use an anti-aging booster in the form of a good serum© GettyImages
Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Serum for the 50s
Dry skin, pigment spots and reddened skin are now simply part of it. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t still have a great glow à la J.Lo at 50. Now the skin needs a bit more than just anti-aging products. Serums with hyaluronic acid, iron, vitamin B3 (niacinamide) or zinc are suitable for the care of mature skin over 50. They strengthen the skin barrier and have a skin-soothing effect, which reduces redness.
What is often forgotten is to take care of the neck! It is a very prone area for wrinkles and should therefore definitely be part of the daily beauty routine!
Where does the serum come in the care routine?
The serum always comes before the cream, i.e. before the day or night care. Otherwise, the cream would act like a kind of protective shield, preventing the serum from penetrating deep into the skin. However, a serum should not completely replace the cream, but only be a further care step. The order is always:
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You don’t have to use all four products at the same time. Instead, you can also omit the oil, for example, or do without a toner.
How to use serums effectively
Since facial serums are highly concentrated intensive care products, one or two drops are usually sufficient for use on the face. How to do it step by step:
Cleans the face as usual with cleansing oil, cleansing gel & co. Apply the serum to the dry face following cleansing. Use a few drops and massage the serum into the skin with circular movements. Don’t forget your neck and décolleté! Use your usual day or night care followingwards.
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