I often get asked about the difference between face oils and face serums; they boast unique benefits and promise radiant healthy skin. But what are they, and what sets them apart? And how do you know which one is right for your skincare routine? Let’s delve into the differences between face serums and face oils.
what is face serum?
A face serum is a lightweight, highly concentrated skincare product formulated with potent active ingredients to target specific skin concerns, such as hydration, brightening, or anti-ageing.
Face Serum – how to use it?
Apply a few drops of serum to cleansed skin, gently patting it in until fully absorbed. Serums are typically applied after cleansing and toning but before moisturizing, allowing the active ingredients to penetrate deeply into the skin for maximum efficacy.
Facial Oils
Facial oils are full of vitamins, minerals, lipids, and omegas, which will help strengthen your skin barrier, bring radiance, and instant comfort, and improve skin elasticity.
Facial oils are full of emollients; they won’t block your moisturizer, and equally, they will penetrate through your moisturizer.
Face Oil – How to use it?
Layering skincare can be confusing and the order of facial oils keeps coming up. It can go under and over your moisturizer. I love mixing a few drops in with my moisturizer in the morning, applying it over my retinoids at night, or even using it to massage with to give a DIY facial massage.