Beauty concentrate: review of the most effective serums 2012

Problem skin can be different - it can be dry or oily, prone to acne or flaking and redness. In a word, there is a problem to solve which it is necessary to use suitable care products. Serums have proven themselves to be excellent in this regard. They have a light consistency, but at the same time contain a high concentration of active substances and penetrate deep into the skin. In this rating you will find the best serums for problematic skin of the face and body.

How do cosmetic serums differ from creams?

Serums are not called beauty concentrates for nothing: they contain 10 or more times more biologically active ingredients than creams. At the same time, the composition of the serum is always quantitatively smaller: 7–10 components versus, on average, versus 20–30 included in the cream.

There are one or two leading components in the serum (hyaluronic acid, glycolic, lactic acid, plant extracts, vitamins A, C, E, minerals, etc.). The remaining substances (fruit acids, peptides, etc.) serve as guides to the deep layers of the skin, inaccessible to the cream, moisturize and protect the skin, securing the therapeutic and cosmetic effect of the active ingredients.

The result of using a serum, unlike a cream, is noticeable literally from the first application, since the skin instantly receives the required amount of active substances in the most absorbable form. At the same time, the serum is not a universal beauty product (that is, it is intended to solve specific problems) and does not exclude the use of daily care products: cleansing milk, toner, cream.

Oksana Tatarskaya, dermatocosmetologist at the clinic of aesthetic surgery and laser cosmetology “Paracelsus 2001”: “Serums really contain a high concentration of one or more active substances, and in a form that is “convenient” for the skin. This means that the active components contained in the composition penetrate better into the skin and exert their biological effects where they are needed.

The creation of serums has significantly expanded the possibilities of external cosmetics, since many active components are extremely unstable and cannot remain unchanged for a long time in creams or after opening a cosmetic product. Another undeniable advantage of serums is the absence or minimal content of preservatives in the composition, since the serum, after opening the ampoule, is consumed, as a rule, within one or several days.”

Botanity Makiol Sebum Serum for oily skin

Botanity Makiol Sebum Serum for oily skin

Serum for oily skin with Botanity
Makiol Sebum Serum
effectively regulates sebum production, eliminates excess sebum and has a pronounced mattifying effect. Improves skin tone and texture, prevents acne and inflammation, relieves redness. The product dissolves blackheads and prevents the appearance of comedones, helps to narrow pores. Regulates lipid balance and maintains the skin's protective barrier, which protects against the negative influence of external factors. The serum is created on the basis of patented plant complexes:

• MAKIOL C ™
  is the main ingredient of the product, which includes a special combination of plant extracts developed by Botanity. The complex is aimed at eliminating excess sebum and regulating sebum production.

• Green Soothing Complex™
  (Soothing complex) includes a complex of centella asiatica (madecassoside, asiatic acid, asiaticoside), which has an anti-inflammatory and wound-healing effect, helps restore skin barrier properties and retain moisture, reduces skin sensitivity, reduces swelling, has a vascular strengthening effect and reduces the severity rosacea.

• Pore
  ​​Mandarin Complex™ includes extracts of unishu mandarin, orange and lemon balm. Aimed at improving skin texture and caring for pores.

• SOMB Complex™
  regulates water balance, prevents moisture loss and controls skin oiliness. Includes licorice root extract, Sophora flavensis root extract, chrysanthemum extract, perilla leaf extract, neem extract.

The product also contains:

• Tea tree extract
  is an effective antiseptic, has an antifungal, bactericidal and antiviral effect, relieves inflammation, prevents the development of new ones, dries, ideal for caring for oily, combination and problem skin.

• Aloe vera extract
  helps soften the skin and relieve irritation, accelerates wound healing, has anti-inflammatory and hypoallergenic activity, has an antioxidant effect, and stimulates the synthesis of its own collagen fibers.

• Trehalose
  is a polysaccharide that has a powerful moisturizing effect, slows down the aging process and has antioxidant activity.

Suitable for oily skin. Directions for use:
Apply a few drops of serum to cleansed skin of the face and neck. After the serum, use a moisturizer. Suitable for daily use morning and evening. 2500.00

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How to use facial serum

The serum can be used as a stand-alone product or in tandem with cream

To get the most desired result, you need to know the subtleties of how to use facial serum. The algorithm is as follows:

Application

1. The skin must be washed initially.
2. Tone the skin.
3. Apply to damp dermis.
4. Warm the serum in your hands.
5. Apply a couple of drops to your fingers.
6. Distribute along massage lines.

Tricks

1. You shouldn’t rub it in, but you shouldn’t hesitate either.
2. Don't forget that the serum should be absorbed into the skin of your face, not your fingertips.
3. It is worth remembering that it is necessary to treat the forehead and neck.
4. Use up to five drops of the product on the entire surface of the face.
5. The serum is washed off only when allergies appear: redness, burning, rashes.
6. To ensure that the effectiveness does not decrease, you should wait 10 minutes before applying the cream.

Milk serum for face

It is not recommended to apply serum at night

Milk serum for the face is one of the simplest and most affordable options. The ingredients provide the effectiveness. Vitamins, retinol, potassium, calcium, lactose and other useful microelements. It should be used by those over 35.

The serum provides protection from sun rays, strengthens cell walls, nourishes, regenerates, regulates the formation of the fat layer, removes swelling and inflammation, tightens, and evens out.

Making whey is not easy, but it is very easy. Boil a glass of milk, add half a lemon juice to it. Remove the curdled milk, cool and strain. The serum is ready. It can be stored in the refrigerator for 2 weeks.

• "cleansing serum"

The cleansing serum is made from cottage cheese. It is no secret that cottage cheese is a storehouse of micronutrients, including calcium. Namely, it will help quickly remove acne and cleanse the skin.

The whey is prepared in the same way as the first recipe. Instead of milk we use cottage cheese. Lemon juice will help the whey to curdle. Cool and spread over the skin.

• "serum with hyaluronic acid"

We will need purchased hyaluronic acid (0.3 grams), allantoin in dexpanthenol (0.3 grams). Mix the compound thoroughly (1:1), using a glass rod or a porcelain rod. Add slightly warmed aromatic water (10 ml). Beat until smooth. There should be a gel consistency. This mixture can be stored for no more than 10 days in the refrigerator.

• "anti-wrinkle serum"

An anti-wrinkle serum is made from milk. Add cream (1:1) or very rich sour cream to the prepared liquid. This mixture must be done right before application. It not only tightens wrinkles, but also whitens the skin.

• "moisturizing serum"

Ingredients:

1. Water – 32 grams
2. Aloe Vera (gel) – 8 grams
3. Hyaluronic acid – 5 grams
4. Marine elastin – 5 grams
5. Glycerin – 1 gram
6. Panthenol – 1 gram
7. Lactic acid – 0.5 grams

We measure out all the components, combine, shake vigorously. You can spray over the entire area of ​​the face, neck, and chest.

Indications and contraindications

Indications for the use of serum are always clearly reflected on the face. Any errors in appearance can be corrected with the help of this magical remedy. Hyaluronic acid is indicated for everyone except people under 25 years of age. There are also minor contraindications to the use of serum. This is an individual intolerance to any component. This is why it is important to do an allergy test in advance.

Serums should be used with caution during pregnancy and lactation.

Is it possible to use serum without cream?

The effect of using the serum is cumulative.

If you don’t feel tightness after using the serum, then you don’t have to use the cream. However, for those with dry or pigmented skin, a cream in the appropriate direction is recommended.

The combination of cream and serum is the key to success.