Serums, concentrates, and oils are expensive skin care products, so every drop counts. If you’ve ever wondered if you’re using too much product or applying it too often, here are some simple tips to make sure you don’t waste a single drop of these luxurious facial oils and serums. Here are some tips.
Why serums, concentrates, and oils? | How to make layers | Application amount | What happens if you don’t stack them correctly? | layering serum 101
Why include a serum, concentrate, or oil in your skin care routine?
Before we explain the best way to layer these products, why do you use them in the first place? Decoding the differences between the three can be confusing. Facial oils are designed to hydrate and keep your skin hydrated, and they usually contain botanical or herbal ingredients that nourish the skin.
By comparison, serums contain a high concentration of active ingredients that address multiple skin issues at once (such as wrinkles and fine lines) and have a gel-like texture. It also usually has a gel-like texture. Concentrates, on the other hand, focus on the high potency of one active ingredient and usually have a light, lotion-like consistency.you can learn Learn more about which oils, serums, and concentrates to use for your skin type. Or learn how to use the right amount of serum here.
How to layer serums, oils, and concentrates
We recently looked into the best serums or oils This blog will tell you about your skin type. All skin care products should be used in a specific order to get the most out of each product. Ideally, you should limit your choice of serums, oils, and concentrates to a maximum of two to ensure they are effectively absorbed into the skin.
We recommend starting your skin care products with the lightest concentration and ending with the thickest.
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After cleansing and toning, we layer on a facial serum, a product with the thinnest consistency to deliver the active ingredients most efficiently to the skin. Next comes the concentrate and then the facial oil. Facial oils should be used last as they are designed to prevent moisture loss and “seal” the formulation to the skin.
like us eminence organic The product support team explains, “Applying a facial oil after your serum helps lock in the moisture and nutrient-rich ingredients you just applied to your skin, while allowing for optimal penetration of the product.” Masu.
Watch this video to learn more about the Lead Skin Care Trainer. Natalie Purger Here’s how to layer your skin care products in the correct order.
When and how much serum should I apply?
Apply a thin layer (3-4 drops) of each product all over your face. The serum can be used daily during your morning and night routine. Gently press the product into your complexion and don’t forget about your neck area. Be sure to allow each product time to absorb into your skin for maximum effectiveness.Follow up on your favorite Eminence Organics A moisturizer that locks in moisture.
How to apply face oil
The main reason for applying skin care products in a specific order is absorption. Layering your skin care products in the correct order determines how effectively the formulations can penetrate your skin. For example, it’s a general rule to avoid applying moisturizer after face oil, as it can clog pores. Applying a thicker, richer formula first may reduce absorption of subsequent products. That being said, there are exceptions to our unique face oil range. Eminence Organics facial oils are customizable as they have unique formulas that are flexible to apply in your routine.
Eminence Organics face oil is flexible to apply.
Eminence Organics face oil does not contain mineral oil, which tends to form a barrier on the skin. Additionally, our moisturizers do not contain ingredients (like silicones) that can prevent facial oils from penetrating your skin. This means you can customize the order and decide whether you want to use your moisturizer or face oil first. You can also add a few drops of the oil to your favorite Eminence Organics moisturizer.
Other brands
If you are using a different brand, you will need to follow the order of serum, concentrate, oil, and moisturizer. If you use products in the wrong order, applying serum on top of oil may not allow enough moisture to reach your skin, leaving your skin dry and dehydrated. skin care edit. Plus, it can irritate your skin and cause new skin problems. It may also cause pilling and make your skin feel sticky or greasy. However, as our product support team advises, waiting about a minute between steps can help prevent pilling.
If you’re wondering how to apply face oil, watch Natalie explain this in the video below.
Layer only serum 101
Now that you know how to layer serums, oils, and concentrates, you may want to simply layer serums.A standard serum that can be layered Strawberry rhubarb hyaluronic acid serum. Contains a unique botanical hyaluronic acid complex infused with strawberry and rhubarb to deeply hydrate the skin. We also recommend the Citrus & Kale Potent C+E Serum, a cocktail of stabilized vitamin C, citrus fruit oil, sodium ascorbyl phosphate (also known as vitamin C salt), and vitamin E. This cocktail improves skin health. A youthful complexion.If you are concerned about the firmness of your skin, try Marine Flower Peptide Serum with Smart Collagen + A complex that rejuvenates the skin’s appearance, with a unique algae extract that boosts firmness and provides long-lasting hydration. Charcoal & Black Seed Clarifying Oil for oily and combination skin types is designed to visibly reduce skin imperfections while absorbing excess oil.
Ready to add these products to your skin care routine? If you want to customize your own skin care regimen, we highly recommend visiting your local Eminence Organics spa partner. There, your esthetician will look directly at your skin and help you develop a custom routine with you. In the meantime, check out our serums, oils and concentrates here.
