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Serums have become every skincare enthusiast’s best friend, and a kind of secret weapon for getting clear, glowing, plump skin, no matter what skin type you have. Serums are made up of high concentrations of active ingredients, with smaller molecular structures so they can penetrate deep into the skin. They often target specific skin concerns, such as wrinkles, blemishes, dull skin, or loss of firmness, to name a few!
With so many great benefits, who wouldn’t want to hedge their bets and apply the lot? But Timeless Product Education Specialist, Shelly Leggins, recommends not layering more than 2 active ingredient serums at one time, in order to allow the serums to properly work their magic.
Which Serum Goes First?
Start with a Water-Based Serum, that Addresses Your #1 Skin Goal
Here is an example of how multiple serums and oils can fit into your skincare regimen.
After cleansing and toning (if desired):
Vitamin C vs Retinol Serums
Apply more acidic products first, such as a Vitamin C serum. Retinols are formulated at a much higher pH, and along with Vitamin A, should not be used in combination with Vitamin C. It is best to use retinols at night because of their photosensitivity.
Serum Layering by Skin Type
Skin can be super tricky as it’s always changing, depending on your age, environment, season, diet…the list goes on! There are so many combinations of serums depending on your current skin concerns, so we’ve broken it down for you. Here are some suggested serum layering options for different skin types: dry, oily, combination, sensitive and normal. *Please note, that if you already have a routine that works for you that’s perfect, there is no black or white way to do it, just listen to your skin!
Dry Skin
Recommended AM
Recommended PM
Oily Skin
Recommended AM
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Combination Skin
Recommended AM
Recommended PM
Sensitive, Easily Irritated Skin
Recommended AM
Recommended PM
Normal Skin
Recommended AM
Recommended PM
For such a popular skin care ingredient, there’s a lot going on with HA, so beware of love at first use! There are more layers to using HA than the simple equation, Dry Skin + Hyaluronic Acid = Hydrated Skin. In some conditions, the intended results can actually backfire. Think the opposite of clear, dewy, plump skin. So how do you use HA properly?
First - Debunking Common Myths about HA
Hyaluronic Acid is not actually an acid, like glycolic or salicylic acid that exfoliates the skin. HA is a complex sugar, known as a polysaccharide, that occurs naturally in the body providing hydration for our joints, hair, eyes and especially the skin.
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