Serums have become increasingly popular, especially over the last year! Although they’ve been around for quite some time, people are just now realizing the benefits of serum in their skincare routine. There are also tons of misconceptions about serums and whether or not they can work for normal, dry, acne prone, or oily skin. Believe it or not, serums actually have the highest concentration of active ingredients that you can buy without a prescription and work great on all skin types. They are full of antioxidants, brightening, anti-aging, hydrating, and exfoliating ingredients that have tons of benefits for your skin! The key to healthy skin is finding the right product that works for you, and discovering what serum best fits your skincare needs. In today’s post, I’m highlighting 3 benefits of serums that might make you ditch your moisturizer altogether!
1. Serums Penetrate Deeper Than Moisturizers
I bet you didn’t know that most serums are actually water based, and not oil based. According to WebMD, serums are light, fast absorbing liquids that have the highest concentration of antioxidants and peptides that really benefit your skin. Serums are made up of tiny molecules that your skin can absorb quicker than traditional moisturizers. This means that they can penetrate much deeper! A lot of cream and lotion based moisturizers have filler ingredients that can clog your pores and cause breakouts. Moisturizers can be less hydrating than serums because their ingredients can’t sink into your skin as deep. If you are especially dry you might need to use one with your serum, but I’ve found that some serums can be just as moisturizing!
2. Serums Last Much Longer
You may be thinking that adding a serum to your routine sounds like a great idea, but the price tag may be convincing you otherwise. Serums tend to be more expensive, and a good serum can range anywhere from $50 to over $100 dollars. However, the high price tag shouldn’t scare you away from utilizing all the benefits of serums! According to WebMD, the reason that they’re more expensive is because of the high concentration of active ingredients used in their formulas. Ingredients, like hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C, Rosehip oil, and peptides for example, tend to be on the pricey side. Although, with each application you should only use a pea sized amount, so if used correctly it’ll last you months! When you break down the cost of the serum versus how long it can last you, it really isn’t that bad. Plus with all of the benefits in serums, it’s well worth the money!
3. All Skin Types Can Benefit From Serums
Yes, you read that right, all skin types benefit from using serums! There are tons of options for normal, oily, dry, acne prone, or sensitive skin. You just have to find the right product to fit your skincare needs. If you have normal skin, you don’t need to worry as much about what active ingredients are in the product you’re using because your skin isn’t as sensitive as someone with acne prone skin. If you have oily skin, it’s good to look for a lightweight and mattifying serum so you aren’t accentuating shine. If you have dry skin, you should definitely look for a hydrating serum to pair with your moisturizer.
There are three different serums, with different benefits, that I use in my skincare routine! One serum that I haven’t stopped raving about is the iS Clinical Active Serum, which I mentioned in this months Sona Selects. It’s great if you are acne prone because it gets rid of breakouts fast! I use this serum every night (only at night), and it’s made the biggest difference. This product is seriously life changing for your skin, I can’t say enough good things about it! After applying the Active Serum, I will use the iS Clinical C-15 Serum Advance+. This serum contains Vitamin C which is great for anti-aging. It helps brighten your complexion and gives your skin the most gorgeous glow! Lastly, I apply the ZO Skin Health Ossential Daily Power Defense serum instead of a moisturizer all over my face. This serum is so hydrating! I find it easy to skip using another moisturizer after apply this product. Stay tuned for a full updated skincare routine coming soon to the blog!
I hope you guys enjoyed learning about all of the benefits of serums for your skin! Do you use a facial serum? If so, which one do you use?
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Such a detailed post with some great recommendations! Love it ? #snapchatfam
I adore this post. I only knew about hair serums, oh gosh sona you’re amazing. You explain everything so well.
Thanks you for great recommendations. You’re damn right face serums are pricey but if a product gives a wonderful results and lasts long then it definitely worth the money.
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I use serum before applying any makeup and it works amazing. I am from dry skin family so for me I don’t like using any kind of have moisturizers.
PS serum makes me look more dewy and my makeup looks amazing.?✌loved this post. #snapchatfam #instafam.
Yes, Serums can balance out dry skin amazingly. Thanks babe!
As I was reading the post, I could hear your voice like I was watching your video ? Good post as always! Lately, I’ve been thinking to ditch my moisturizer to serum because I need something that is lightweight. & you just convinced me to change my moisturizer to serum. Thank you!
Haha! Yes, you’ll love the way the serum is going to improve your skin. You’re welcome babe!
REALLY?!
I think I’m going to check out the one from Clinique but I’m scared ?? I hope my skin doesn’t break out but lets see if this blog converts me to a serum lover ??
It should be great for your skin, even if it is sensitive/acne prone. Let me know how it works out for you babe!
For a long time I used serums, but I did not really know what they needed, and whether it was necessary to use them. Thanks to this detailed investigation of this issue, I can really select my own serums. Thank you for this post.
Of course, love! I am always happy to help.
So true!
I have been using a corean vitamin C serum every day. Now the bottle is almost over but I have a complete new skin. ?
No more super dry skin!!! #snapfam #instafam
I can’t find this. Corean vitamin C serum???
The Brand is “It’s Skin”
Thank u!
Wow! I didn’t know serums were that helpful, I thought it was only for anti aging or a luxury. This has opened my eyes! Thank you so much! Your chart is a lifesaver! ?
Of course babe! There are so many types of serums that have a wide range of amazing effects on the skin.
Yay! Glad you liked it love.
I loved this article. I love taking care of my skin and this made me happy as I use serum.
Skincare posts are my favorite amongst all, good skin give me confidence like no other. I really enjoy my SK-II vit C serum and I’ve heard really good things about Clarins serum that you mentioned and now that’s it’s Sona approved, I’ll give that a try soon. Thanks for this amazing post. Love you #snapfam
You should try Kiehl’s clearly corrective dark spot solution for acne prone skin. It’s awesome . Could see differences in a few days .
Lots of love!
Thanks for the recommendation love.
This was very useful ??? I am always a moisturiser kinda girl and i recently started using serum for the first time. Was a #SerumVirgin u see?? now i am loving it ? ? ? my hands would never go back to moisturiser for my night time routine again.
Omg, I know right?! Now that I started using serums I can’t go back!
This is awesome thank you for all the info I realize that serums work better for me as well specially because I have dry skin ..love this sona ❤️
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Thank you for loving the post, babe!
I love this post!! Also love the graphic, its so informative and cute :)
Sona,
This is super informative, so thank you! But I do have one question, can I still use a SPF and Serum during the day? I’m not super excited at not using a SPF, but I really do want to try a day time serum. I love you much education and research you put behind your products. I’m blessed by that! Thanks again.
#24hrclub
Yes you can use both!
When I read your post i insatantly wanna dive into those products. *sigh*
All these serums seem uber effective. Would love to try my hands on Estee Lauder and clinique one.
Thanks for the update and benefits of serum vs moisturiser. It should be talked about more.
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THIS WAS AN EYE OPENER FOR ME! Thank you for this blog, I will definitely be purchasing a serum to replace my cream, especially for my night routine!
#youtubefam #instafam #monthlysquad :)
You won’t regret it. :)
I do not use serum and I think that after this post I have to get one!awesome post Sona!
You totally should! Thanks babe!
Sona I just started using serums so this is such a great post! It’s crazy the amount of them out there so this was really informative and helpful ?PS love the bangs. Just get them trimmed like a cm and you’ll be so much more happy since they won’t be all over your eyelashes!!!
Also I recommend checking out the ordinary as a good cost effective skincare routine. I absolutely love their products!
Love this! I use the Boscia Tsubaki beauty oil every day and mix it with my foundation and love it. Thanks for all the information and your recommendations! <3
Great information Sona. Your beautiful skin says it all. Thank you!
Thank you Sona! I definitely need to start using serums. I look forward to your updated skincare routine. Xoxo ?
I love serums and as much as hydrating they can be, I still put on moisturizer as I have combination skin, and depending on the weather, I tend to get super dry or super oily. I love the Drunk elephant vit c serum during the day which can only be used every 72 hours because it remains active and unwashable for that long, which saves you money in the long run. On days I don’t use the vit c serum, I use tatcha brightening serum and love the feeling on my skin. I also use the Drunk elephant glycolic acid night serum at night but because it’s strong, I use it once to twice a week. I use the Tatcha essence at night. Great post! And thank you for posting it ?#24hrclub
I’d love to try a serum but they can get so pricey! And with my oily skin I’m a bit scared
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Don’t be scared! There’s tons of options for people with oily skin. Serums are mainly water based, so they aren’t heavy on the skin like a moisturizer can be.
I need to check some out :D
Love it currently using bare minerals skinlingevity serum at night before bed and moisturizer in the morning. Too soon to tell but I like how light is it so far. #24minclub
If you use serum then you don’t have to use moisturizer? And do you use it twice a day?
It depends on what type of skin you have. If you’re normal to oily you can probably get away with only using a serum, but if you’re dry you might need to use both!
I love skincare post !! And even more this one cause you give the importance than he deserve to serum !!! I’m a serum lover so thank you to advice people for the bénéfice of serum !!! And thank you Sona for your work really informative and detailed ???
I need to try a serum, I am 59 and for some reason lately my skin has gotten so blotchy, dark spots, acne , dull looking. Thanks for the great post I def will try these out because I want that young looking face again lol!! snapchatfam 24hrclub!
Serums are the best! I’ve never used anything better.
I love this post, I recently read about using serum instead but I’m a little hesitant. My skin recently change from normal to oily and now I breakout a lot. I’m still trying to figure out how to manage my skin. #snapchatfam #24hrclub #youtubefam #monthlysquad #instafam
There are so many serums for people with oily or acne prone skin! Don’t be afraid to try it out. :)
Thank you for sharing sona this has been helpfull now that I recently turned 30 ? I’ve been looking for a good serum. I normally used Josie M. argon oil for my moisturizer at night.
I’ve never really given serums importance but looks like that’s about to change now. Hehe, love this post! #snapchatfam #monthlysquad #instafam #youtubefam ?
You should definitely try using a serum! They’re so great!
Hello, Sona!
I definitely agree with you about the serum. Personally, I think they are better than moisturizers since they feel lightweight and easily absorbed by the skin!
PS: Amazing and very detailed recommendations you have written here, kudos!
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Great article as always! Great timing since I am still in the search of the perfect serum for my skin.
Thank you
Hi sona, active serum is one serum I will continue to use for the rest of ma life ‘ ur gorgeous skin was what made me to start following u and I have been on the look out for your skincare routine! I can’t wait❤️
Aw thanks pretty! Stay tuned! :)
Yas! I would ditch any mediocre moisturizer for a high performing serum that works well for my skin any day! Thanks for sharing this with us!
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Serums are the way to go!!
Hey never really tried serums before, defo will give it a go!
I actually have been struggling on finding a good moisturizer. I use one and I think its good then after a period of time I get texture or I break out a lot. Now I will look more into serums instead of moisturizers. I am tired of spending money and then they go to waste cause it gives me issues. Thank you for this article. It helped me out a lot! #24hrclub
Yay! I’m so happy you enjoyed the post. :)
I love Estée Lauder advanced night repair! I also LOVE your bangs. They really suit you. Seeing yours makes me want to cut mine again ?
Aww thank you love! xo
What do you think about the good genes by Sunday Riley? I love your posts! Have been using Panoxyl for 3 months now and my acne is finally clearing away! Any other good products that you recommend?
Ok so can we use both a serum and a moisturizer? Or that’s too much for the skin!!
You can definitely use both if you feel like your skin needs the extra moisture!
woah! That’s a lot of information,i never knew all this about serums!Thank you soo much for this!
Love love love!❤ Are these serums suitable for teenage skin too??
This is such a great one!!! I am trying the Estee Lauder one, we’ll see how it goes :)
If only serums weren’t so expensive ? ? What do you think of Caudalie Vinoperfect Serum? I have combination/oily skin with some acne scars, and I have thinking about investing in this ?
I appreciate what you said about serums lasting longer if you use them correctly. I have been meaning to try out a serum to help with anti aging, but it just seems like it’s so expensive. This has made me less apprehensive and now I really feel like I’ll make a purchase soon.
I have an oily skin and it’s prone to acne, so I wasn’t sure if I should stick to only the serum and ditch the moisturizer.