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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Serum for Your Skin

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I guide you on how to select the most suitable serum for your unique skin type.
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Face serum for oily and combination skin

These serums typically have lightweight, non-comedogenic (won't clog pores) formulations to avoid exacerbating oiliness.
 
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I'm really impressed from this serum. The texture is watery, absorbs fast and doesn't feel greasy. It gives the skin healthy glow. I didn't notice any any strong scent. You will definitely notice the brightening effect and it will help you with acne ...
TIAM Vita B3 Source, 10% Niacinamide Serum, 2% ...
 
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I wish I tried this serum sooner!How nice is it when you try out a new skincare product and it's a total hit from the start. I absolutely love it. I always look forward using it in my routine, and here's why. This is a ceramides packed serum, it has...

• It is enriched with multi-peptides and I would like to highlight palmitoyl tripeptide because it is a collagen boosting peptide. It sends off a signal to the skin to produce more collagen. Also increases skin's elasticity and plumpness.
⚫ Contains niacinamide which is great for almost everything. Anti inflammatory, stabilizes sebum production and repairs skin barrier.
⚫ & many hydrating and moisturizing ingredients.
Like glycerin, squalane and 5 types of hyaluronic acid.
⚫ and some soothing ingredients too!
This product is an allrounder for me! I was suffering with breakouts and a weakened skin barrier and this serum really helped clear and repair my skin.My skin is very hydrated and firmer too. The texture of my skin has improved.
I hope you'll try this gem, it deserves more praise!
RNW DER. CONCENTRATE Ceramide Plus Serum ...

Serums suitable for all skin types

Let's talk about serums all skin types will enjoy, including sensitive.
 
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This serum can be a good alternative for skins struggling with vitamin C. I really love this formula which contains brightening agent's like niacinamide and alpha arbutin, but also ferments, polyglutamic acid and panthenol to achieve an overall glowi...
Anua - Peach 70 Niacin Serum
 
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It's healing and anti-inflammatory properties are beneficial for everyone and this serum is also formulated with heartleaf instead of water, deeply soothing and calming.
Propolis Energy Calming Ampoule (TMI Box)
 
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You know I,m obsessed with it🤍This milky serum is incredible gentle, hydrating and packed with well aging ingredients like bakuchiol, retinyl palmitate and fish collagen.An absolute gem.
TIAM Vita A Bakuchiol Youth Serum, Anti-Aging Facial ...
 
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This serurm is everything you want from a hydrating serum. The texture is a bit viscous, but lightweight and fast absorbed. My skin drinks this baby up and i can't stop reaching for it.
Klairs Rich Moist Soothing Serum
 
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This serum with age our natural peptide production decreases, which can lead to loss of elasticity and saggy skin; this serum is the perfect way to make up for these peptides we can't produce anymore. It's gentle, and hydrating and we can all use som...
22% Multi-Peptide Treatment | Derma - Peptides | Theramid

Serums worth a try for bright skin✨

Dark spots aka hyperpigmentation can be a real pain, fortunately we have some good serums available to help! Here a few I love to promote bright and clear skin ✦✦
 
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This serum contain 11 active ingredients, 9 of which directly fight hyperpigmentation. With tranexamic acid, alpha arbutin and niacinamide in the same formula, you will get results!
Regimen Level Serum - Hyperpigmentation Treatment
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control 10% azelaic acid serum, azelaic acid can help with an array of skin concerns, including dark spots. This one is formulated with niacinamide and snail mucin to give you that beautiful and even complexion.
NINELESS A-Control 10% Azelaic Acid Serum
 
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This serum all day brightening & balancing serum, you know I LOVE sea buckthorn (vitamin tree) and it happens to be the main ingredient in this formula. I just started using it, but I'm ready to say goodbye to dull skin already.
JUMISO All Day Vitamin Serum, Brightening & Balancing ...
 
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Idewcare bright side up is formulated with 7% ethyl ascorbic acid, a vitamin C derivative that is both stable and gentle. Paired with 2% niacinamide and 2% panthenol in this serum, it's double the brightening effect without any irritation.
I DEW CARE Bright Side Up | Brightening Vitamin C Serum
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Skinfood carrot carotene moist effector is not to target hyperpigmentation per set, but carrots are packed with beta-carotene which gets converted into vitamin A, thus offering antioxidant, brightening and anti-aging benefits! Definitely worth a try
Carrot Carotene Moist Effector 52ml
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Anua.skincare peach 70 niacin serum is antioxidant, brightening and hydrating thanks to amazing ingredients like niacinamide, alpha arbutin, ferments,HA, cica, panthenol, and more! A wonderful formula.
Anua - Peach 70 Niacin Serum
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This serum is supposed to leave your skin looking brighter, hydrated and protected. It's packed with vitamins and antioxidants that will refresh and nourish your skin. One of the key ingredients is 10% 3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, which is a gentle form ...
This serum is perfect for those with sensitive skin as it's free from alcohol, mineral oil, parabens, and artificial colors. It's also super lightweight and refreshing and won't leave your skin feeling greasy.
I'm a massive fan of a potent vitamin C serums as they work well with brightening. However as I just recently received this product, I haven't had enough time to test out the brightening effects but so far I can say that it's been incredibly hydrat...
Freshly Juiced Vitamin Charging Serum
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Best retinol serums

Retinol serums are highly regarded in skincare for their remarkable benefits. Here are a few of the best retinol serums:
 
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I was actually really surprised by this serum. Even though i'm not new Retinol i absolutely love it.The texture is lightweight, yellow milky absorbs fast. It really helps with skin texture. It's not drying on the skin and didn't caused any irritation...
0.1% Retinol, 0.3% Retinyl palmitate, 0.6% Niacinamide,Bakuchiol 5 Peptides,5 Ceramides,Panthenol And the best thing is it's affordable.
Every time i use it, my skin and acne spots in the morning are looking way better.
ISNTREE Hyper Retinol EX 1.0 Serum 20ml | 5 Peptides ...

Serums for radiant skin

Radiant serums, also known as brightening serums, are designed to improve the overall radiance and evenness of the skin tone
 
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This is a product you use after cleansing,it will moisturise and it will give you the healthiest looking skin.This is the fist product i've tried from this brand and i'am not disappointed i will definitely invest in more products. The texture is ligh...
I will continue to use it to see if i have wrinkle improvement. This Serum is fragranced, smells like herbals (i personally don't mind it) Contains Lyphanax essence, which is ginseng that has undergone 500 hours of natural ripening to revitalise a...
First Care Activating Serum VI

Serums for glowy and hydrated skin✨

These are my favourite serums to achieve glowy and hydrated skin.
 
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This product claims to target dull looking, dry & dehydrated skin. It's an ultimate hydration. Key ingredients
Glacial water: slightly new to me in the skincare game but it should be an ultimate hydrator, free of contaminants and rebalances skin. Butylene glycol: this is a solvent that helps with a deeper penetration of other ingredients. Glycerin: key in...
Niacinamide: Helps evening skin tone, helps brighten skin & strengthens skin barrier. And so much more. Hyaluronic acid: talk about hydration boost. Panthenol: Great to moisturize your skin, works anti-inflammatory and heals the skin. Great for...
My skin literally looks more "alive" since I incorporated this product in my routine. Fun fact, I usually use this as a rescue aid in my AM routine for that extra glow. I never get my hours of sleep in, so this one really helps to give my skin that...
effective!
numbuzin No.6 Deep Sleep Mask Serum | Instant, Long ...
 
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There's a new fruit in town😁 I'm obsessed with pomegranates. This serum includes polypeptides, pomegranate, and hyaluronic acid to lift, firm, and hydrate your skin! I'm so excited to say that this is a serum I can use day and night because it isn't...
Pomegranate Peptide Firming Serum
 
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I've been using it for a while now, and I can't stop raving about it. This serum has a lovely texture that feels lightweight and absorbs quickly into the skin. It preps my skin beautifully, making it ready to absorb the goodness of my other skincare ...
What I love most is the subtle herbal scent that's so relaxing during application. I've noticed a significant improvement in my skin's overall texture and brightness since incorporating this serum into my routine. It also helps with hydration and k...
Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum VI