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With the colder temperatures slowly but surely emerging, many of us are already starting to apply a double dose of moisturizer to prevent dry winter skin.
However, beauty experts agree that facial serums are rather ideal for giving your skin care routine a necessary winter boost. They are light enough to sink directly into the pores and often moisturize the skin more effectively.
With almost every well-known beauty brand now boasting its own serum line, and with so many options and almost unpronounceable ingredients, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to make an informed decision before purchasing one.
Also remember that a serum is thin and easy to spread over the skin, therefore you should not need more than a few drops of serum to cover your entire face and neck.
These serums are the perfect addition to your winter skincare routine:
Serums met hyaluronic acid (hyaluronic acid)
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This well-known ingredient can be seen in all beauty products these days, from face wash and foundation to lipstick and even body cream.
It remains a favorite thanks to its active ingredients that plump the skin and moisturise quickly and efficiently.
Vitamin B3 serums (also known as niacinamide or niacinamide)
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Hyaluronic acid may be a well-known and favorite moisturizing serum, but niacinamide is a vitamin B3 derivative that has an extremely hydrating effect on the outer layer of the skin in particular, and also helps to maintain the moisture that hyaluronic acid promotes.
This makes it ideal for protecting the skin from the heat of heaters. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties, it is also ideal for eczema or red and oily skin.
Should you wish to use both of these moisturizing serums, experts suggest that hyaluronic acid be applied first and then the niacinamide serum.
Vitamin C serums
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We all know how fierce the winter sun is, so this serum is perfect for protecting your skin against signs of aging and sun damage.
Vitamin C is also known for its skin brightening properties and thanks to antioxidants can encourage cell renewal to get rid of those small, dry skin patches.
Sources: Glamour, Nivea.co.uk, Vogue.
