Experiencing oily or acne-prone skin? There’s a face serum for that.
Morning serums are reserved for hydrating, calming or brightening options. A hyaluronic acid or bakuchiol serum is a great base, then follow up with a vitamin C, if you’re using it.Massage in an eye cream and moisturizer.Finish with sunscreen. “SPF is always the last thing you put on, it’s your shield,” says Gronich. An evening skincare routine is where you’ll utilize your more effective serums, as many of them are light-sensitive, thus reserved for nighttime.
You can use a single serum or cocktail serums together to address more than one need, says Czech. Cocktailing is best for hydrating and soothing serums only. When using an exfoliating serum, only use one acid-based serum per evening, says Dr. Love. If using an exfoliating serum , apply dry , let it set for 10 minutes, then apply either a hydrating serum or just jump right to your moisturizer. Letting your acid-based serum set for 10 minutes is non-negotiable though.