How to Understand a Serum Texture and Purpose in Cosmetics?

Unlike face creams, serums are intensive treatments that contain a rather high percentage of active molecules. They allow targeted effects on specific skin concerns. Indeed, a serum does not treat a type of skin, but the specific needs of the epidermis such as dehydration, lack of radiance, the accentuation of wrinkles, the appearance of imperfections, hyperpigmentation, redness, or skin aging.

The serum is a care that acts in depth despite its application on the surface. In addition to being highly concentrated, a face serum texture is generally more melting, fine, fluid, and light than a cream. This characteristic was thought to potentiate the penetration of the active ingredients in the various layers of the skin. Thus, the serum will be able to infiltrate more deeply through the skin cells and alleviate certain skin discomforts.

Moreover, the application of a serum allows reinforcing the action of the care products used afterwards. The serum is rarely used alone. It cannot replace facial care because, with its fluid texture, it does not have a barrier function that protects against external aggressions and prevents the skin from losing its hydration like a face cream. It must thus be coupled with your usual cream.