What is the correct way to apply face serum?
The Best Way to Apply SERUM: — Apply serum after toner. — Using your fingertips, pat serum onto skin, then smooth it outward. — Resist the temptation to massage, and let the formula absorb on its own.
When should I start using serum on my face?
Skin types who should use it: Anti-aging serums are beneficial for all skin types, not just mature skin, and you can start using them as early as your 20s.
Should I rub pat or serum?
Patting is generally gentler than rubbing in skin-care products because you minimize the chances of pulling or dragging on the skin, Alisa Kerr, another Tokyo-based Japanese beauty expert, tells Allure.
Should you rub serum in?
Apply your face serum this way. Just remember: A gentle touch goes a long way—there’s no need to rub the product into your face like you’re waxing a car. That can irritate your skin, especially around delicate areas like the eyes.
Do you need moisturizer after serum?
Serums go before your moisturizer because they’re normally lighter than a face cream, balm, oil, or lotion. “Serums are formulated with small molecular weight actives so they penetrate into deeper skin layers,” says Dr. Loretta Ciraldo, M.D., FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Dr. Loretta skin care.
How much serum should I apply?
As a general rule of the thumb, about 2 pumps or a pea-sized amount of the face serum is sufficient. If your serum comes with a dropper, even better! With a dropper, you can control the number of drops of serum you use, and can always add a drop or two more if needed.
Can you put too much serum on your face?
Stick to a penny-sized amount of serum/oil and spread all over your face/neck area. If you overuse serum, your skin may not absorb the beneficial ingredients of the product and instead, it will be left sitting on the surface of your face. This could lead to extra oily skin, breakouts and even irritation.”
How long should you wait between serum and moisturizer?
about one minute
Serum and Moisturizer: 1 minute Goldenberg’s go-to recommendation for timing between serums and moisturizers is about one minute. This wait has the same reasoning: Sixty seconds — give or take — gives each product a moment to delve into your pores.
How long should you leave serum before moisturizer?
Always make sure to apply your serum on ahead of your moisturiser. If you swap the steps, the ingredients in your serum won’t be able to penetrate the layer of your moisturiser — and then there’s no use in using it! Give your serum about five minutes to soak into the skin before moving on.
Can I use 2 serums together?
Limit to Two Serums Per Routine We recommend you use no more than two serums per routine. Of course it is fine to use the same one consistently but by alternating you can effectively use many different serums. Retinoids and serums can be used together, especially if the serum is soothing or hydrating.