What is Face Serum? Five Skin Benefits of Face Serums
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What is Face Serum? I was introduced to face serum by my sister-in-law several years ago. She had purchased the product and had recommended it to me when I visited her home. I had never heard of it or had any idea what to expect when I used it so I researched it thoroughly. In that research I learned that there are three basic ingredients to look for when selecting a face serum.
First, the product should contain Shea butter and to get the most out of your purchase to choose one with Shea butter that has high concentration. Most serums contain no Shea butter, they are mostly made up of paraffin wax, petrolatum and fragrance. They also contain other inexpensive ingredients that do nothing for you, like alcohol, fragrance and mineral oil. Second, choose moisturisers that are made with natural ingredients. Some of the best ingredients that you will find in moisturisers include grape seed oil, Maracuja passion fruit extract, avocado oil and Shea butter. Grape seed oil is particularly beneficial for dry skin.
Next, choose a serum that has high concentrations of nutrients, enzymes and proteins. There are many serums on the market today that offer collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid in their formulation. These compounds are simply too dense to be absorbed by the skin, so what you need is a serum that helps the skin develop its own supply of these tissues. One product that offers the best chance of doing this is one called Cynergy TK. This is a natural product that comes from New Zealand that was developed using the most pure forms of all three tissues mentioned above.
The third ingredient you want in your face serums is something that will increase your hydrating properties. Many people suffer from dry skin and this condition can lead to wrinkles, sagging and even pain. Believe it or not, the key to stopping the development of wrinkles and dryness is to apply a hydrating moisturiser. A hydrating moisturiser will allow your skin to maintain moisture which is absolutely necessary to prevent the onset of wrinkles and dryness. Most face serums on the market don't contain this vital ingredient so my advice is to go for a brand that does. There are two ingredients to look for when looking for a hydrating moisturiser; active Manuka honey and avocado oil.
Active Manuka honey is an incredibly powerful antioxidant and as such will help to reduce the signs of ageing such as wrinkles, fine lines and facial lines. Avocado oil is great because it will allow the serum to penetrate deeply down into the pores of the skin. Skin deep penetration is important because if a product can't penetrate the skin then how can it possibly help to moisturise your complexion molecules?
A lot of products will attempt to increase moisture in your face but they will often use synthetic ingredients. One of the biggest disappointments of using a lot of products on your face is that a lot of them contain collagen and elastin as ingredients. These substances cannot be absorbed by the skin, so what you need instead are face serums that contain keratin proteins and natural vitamin E. These ingredients work by binding water to the surface of the epidermis so that moisture can easily be absorbed. It's the simple science that works extremely well.
Before you can start using the face serum, you will first need to carry out a proper cleansing skincare routine. Although the face serum and the cleanser are similar in function, the cleansing aspect of your skincare routine is not. You will want to carry out a proper cleansing first before you apply any of these products. By cleansing your face with a good quality cleanser you will ensure that you remove all dirt and grime that may otherwise cause irritation. The last thing you will want to do when you start using face serums is to immediately start applying the cream. Many people make the mistake of only applying the serum once they have finished their skincare routine. In order for the creams to work effectively they will need to stay on the face for around half an hour or so. This will ensure that the skin benefits of face serums can take full effect and not be washed off after the application. One of the most popular ingredients in face serums is known as Phytessence Wakame, which is sea kelp. This ingredient has been scientifically proven to stimulate the production of hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid works hand-in-hand with the elastin and collagen in your skin, to keep them looking firm and wrinkle free. In order for this substance to do this it needs to remain within the skin, so adding hyaluronic acid as a second layer of Phytessence Wakame is essential.