Skincare serums are skincare products developed with high concentrations of active ingredients. Some people may think that they are an unnecessary step in a skincare routine. This is understandable when you compare them to cleansers and moisturizers- who can argue with their purpose?
While cleansers clean and moisturizers protect and seal in hydration, serums act as a supplement to your skin’s diet. Serums penetrate deeper layers of the skin to target specific concerns such as dryness, acne, uneven tone, and visible signs of aging.
“Serums are for older people.”
Some people may think that young people do not need to use skincare serums- and on some level they would be right. After all, serums are considered targeted treatments. For many people, skin during adolescence is radiant, supple, and vibrant. No need for treatment right?
But let’s not forget about the other side of adolescent skin- oily and acne-prone. Someone with acne-prone skin may benefit from a serum with clarifying ingredients. As we can see, there is no age requirement to benefit from serums. In other words, they should be selected based on individual skin needs rather than age.
Popular ingredients in serums
The effectiveness of a serum is determined by its active ingredients. As mentioned above, they are developed with high concentrations of specific substances to target specific concerns. Common examples include:
Hyaluronic acid – attracts and retains moisture, improving hydration; Attracts water molecules to the skin; secures moisture and creates fullness; A “smart nutrient” as it can adjust its moisture absorption rate based on the humidity—relative to the season and the climate
Vitamin C – provides antioxidant protection and brightens the complexion. Prevents and treats ultraviolet (UV)-induced photodamage; Shields skin from damaging free radicals
Retinol (Vitamin A) – promotes cell turnover and reduces visible signs of aging; Plumps wrinkles and kick-starts the release of collagen
Salicylic acid– provides deep pore cleanse. treats conditions that involve scaling or overgrowth of skin cells; treats acne by reducing swelling and redness and unplugging blocked skin pores to allow pimples to shrink; softening and loosening dry, scaly, or thickened skin so that it falls off
Day vs. Night Usage
The function of serums varies depending on when they are applied. Daytime serums focus on environmental protection, for example, Vitamin C. On the other hand, nighttime serums are meant for repair and regeneration, for example, Retinol.
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What will dermaplaning do for my skin?
The process brightens the complexion, evens skin tone, and leaves the skin feeling supple and smooth.
How does dermaplaning work?
The technician gently grazes a medical-grade scalpel edge over the surface of the skin. This process delivers a fine shave that removes the dull surface skin and vellus facial hair.
When will I notice my results?
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The LUX facial is what its name surmises, luxury.
Skincare, massage, and brows all in one package.
Your skin is treated to a thorough deep pore cleanse and exfoliation. After a warm steam session, extractions release impurities and debris from the skin. Masking and moisture care infuses your skin with nutrients.
Whether you have blemishes, dry, oily, or acne prone skin, our custom applications ensure that we address your specific needs every time.
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Retinol and Vitamic C Peel Boost
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Hydra Calm Soothing Serum 1 oz / 30ml . Reg. $75 Specially formulated, for even the most sensitive, rosacea-prone skin. A clinically-proven, unique marine complex combined with willow herb and oat beta-glucan, help to reduce the appearance of facial redness and calm reactive skin with continued daily use.
PARABEN FREE. Silc Radiance Repair Serum 0.5 oz / 15ml. Reg. $45 A dynamic veil for the skin with botanical extracts including cucumber, matricaria, lavender and ginseng, along with oils of carrot, apricot, vitamins A and E provide a shield against environmental aggression. It’s silky finish immediately improves the appearance of the skin. Recommended to be applied after moisturizer and before foundation to prime and perfect the complexion. PARABEN FREE. PhytoMud Pore Minimizing Mask 4 oz / 113g. Reg. $39 This vegetable mud mask contains the feature ingredient bentonite, a powerful skin clarifier for both, face and body. With the combined vegetable extracts it is also ideal for skin firmness, smoothness, tone and hydration while leaving the skin feeling fresh and looking clean.
PARABEN FREE. Amicelle Anti-Line Serum 1 oz / 30ml. Reg. $89 This scientifically advanced, amino-peptide serum is highly effective in reducing the visible appearance of crow’s feet, forehead lines, frown and lip lines. The formulation has added benefits of sodium hyaluronate, polysaccharides and DMAE that provide the skin with an immediate tightening and lifting effect. Use of product will complement professional anti-wrinkle treatments based on infiltration, peeling, dermal fillers, and laser treatments.
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