Affordable Facial Treatments: Top 12 Serums Under Twenty Pounds
In the world of skincare, face serums have become an essential part of many routines. These lightweight, highly concentrated liquids are designed to deliver active ingredients deep into the skin, offering a multitude of benefits.
First and foremost, serums are best applied straight after cleansing your face, both morning and night. The rule of thumb when applying skincare products is to start with the most watery or lightest consistency and work up towards the thickest and heaviest texture. This ensures that each product has ample time to penetrate the skin, maximising its effectiveness.
Face serums are universally beneficial for all skin types and ages, according to Dr Sonia Khorana, a GP specializing in dermatology. They are important in skincare because they boost collagen production, protect against environmental damage, hydrate intensely, reduce signs of aging, brighten the complexion, and improve skin texture and firmness.
For those seeking a brighter complexion, vitamin C is a common ingredient in serums. It not only brightens but also protects against free radical damage. The Hello Sunday The One That's A Serum SPF50, priced at £16.50, is a silky SPF serum that provides broad-spectrum sun protection, hydrating ingredients, and creates a brilliant glow.
For those battling acne, serums containing salicylic acid are suitable for oily/combination, congested, or acne-prone skin. The Revolution Skincare London x Sali Hughes Must-C Anytime Vitamin C Serum, £15, is a brightening serum designed to protect the skin with antioxidants and deliver hydration with hyaluronic acid.
For anti-ageing, serums containing retinoids, tea polyphenols, niacinamide, collagen peptides, and epidermal growth factors are beneficial. These ingredients help to combat the signs of ageing and promote a youthful appearance.
The Byoma Brightening Serum, priced at £12.99, contains a unique ceramide complex that strengthens the skin barrier and niacinamide to reduce inflammation and give skin its glow back. For healing and repairing the skin, antioxidant serums containing vitamin C, E, resveratrol, pycnogenol, niacinamide, and melatonin are beneficial.
For pigmentation, serums containing phytic acid, vitamin C, arbutin, kojic acid, azelaic acid, AHAs, and other ingredients can help brighten skin and aid in pigment suppression. The Inkey List Tranexamic Acid Serum, £16, is an intensive overnight treatment that helps reduce the appearance of existing pigmentation.
For hydrating, serums containing hyaluronic acid, peptides, and ceramides are beneficial. Aveeno Calm + Restore Triple Oat Serum, £13.99, is a fragrance-free serum that contains colloidal oats to soothe sensitive skin and help strengthen the skin barrier to reduce future sensitivity.
Lastly, for those constantly on the go, products that deliver on results and save time are a must. Sarah-Jane Corfield-Smith, GTG Beauty Director, always has multiple lip balms on her and is never far from a facial mist.
In conclusion, face serums are a versatile and essential tool in any skincare routine, offering a myriad of benefits to suit various skincare concerns. Whether you're looking to brighten, hydrate, repair, or combat acne or signs of ageing, there's a serum out there for you.
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