MOISTURIZERS & SERUMS
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Frequently Asked Questions
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1. What's the Difference Between Serums & Moisturizers?
Serums deliver concentrated active ingredients deep into the skin, while moisturizers hydrate and lock in moisture on the skin’s surface.
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2. What's the Difference Between Serum and Face Oil?
Serums deliver active ingredients for targeted skin concerns, while face oils provide hydration and nourishment, often forming a barrier to lock in moisture.
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3. How to Use Serums and Moisturizers Together?
Apply serums first to target specific skin concerns, then follow with a moisturizer to hydrate and lock in the serum’s benefits.
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4. What is more important Serum or Moisturizer?
Both are important: serums address specific skin concerns with active ingredients, while moisturizers provide hydration and lock in those benefits.
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5. How much time difference between serum and moisturizer?
Allow about 1 to 2 minutes for the serum to fully absorb before applying moisturizer. This ensures that the serum can effectively penetrate the skin.
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6. Can I use serum without toner?
Yes, you can use a serum without toner, but toner can help balance the skin's pH and improve serum absorption.
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7. Can I use serum with sunscreen?
Yes, you can use a serum with sunscreen. Apply the serum first, let it absorb, then apply sunscreen as the final step in your morning skincare routine.
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8. Should I use serum at night or morning?
You can use serum both morning and night, depending on its ingredients. For example, vitamin C serums are often used in the morning for antioxidant protection, while retinol serums are typically used at night to avoid sun sensitivity.
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9. Can I wear serum in the sun?
wear serum in the sun, but it's important to apply sunscreen afterward to protect your skin, especially if the serum contains ingredients like vitamin C or retinol that can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight.
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10. How long should serum stay on the face?
Serum should be left on the face for at least 1 to 2 minutes to allow it to fully absorb before applying other products.