A serum is a skin care product that delivers high concentrations of specific active ingredients to the skin. Serums are designed to penetrate the skin and hydrate on the deepest level, while heavier creams more so sit on the top layers of the skin. Hydrating serums help infuse skin with extra moisture to supplement your nightly moisturizer. The right combination of hydrating and moisturizing ingredients for your skin will depend on your skin type and the concerns you’re trying to address. Here are some details about serum ingredients and materials:
Hydrating Ingredients:
- Glycerin: A humectant that draws water to the skin.
- Hyaluronic Acid: A humectant that draws water to the skin and can improve skin hydration without clogging the pores.
- Aloe Vera: A humectant that draws water to the skin.
- Ceramides: Help prevent transepidermal water loss and improve skin hydration.
Moisturizing Ingredients:
- Emollients: Lock in moisture and prevent water loss from the skin.
- Ceramides: Help prevent transepidermal water loss and improve skin hydration.
- Retinol: Helps keep hydration in the skin by preventing trans-epidermal water loss.
- Caffeine: Helps reduce water loss from the skin.
- Green Tea: Helps reduce water loss from the skin.
- Proteoglycans: Help retain moisture in the skin.
Positive Aspects of Serums:
- Serums contain high concentrations of active ingredients that can penetrate the skin and hydrate on the deepest level.
- Serums can provide a potent dose of anti-aging ingredients, such as antioxidants, peptides, and skin brighteners.
- Hydrating serums can supplement your nightly moisturizer and boost the hydrating effects of your moisturizer.
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