{"id":12804,"date":"2022-08-17T13:56:26","date_gmt":"2022-08-17T11:56:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/?p=12804"},"modified":"2022-08-02T15:07:55","modified_gmt":"2022-08-02T13:07:55","slug":"face-oils-vs-serums-what-do-you-really-need-in-your-routine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/face-oils-vs-serums-what-do-you-really-need-in-your-routine\/","title":{"rendered":"Face Oils vs. Serums: What Do You Really Need in Your Skincare Routine?"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the world of skincare, there are seemingly endless products and ingredients to choose from. It can be overwhelming to know which ones you need and how to use them correctly. In this blog post, we’re going to break down two important skincare essentials: face oils versus serums. We’ll dive into what each one is used for and when they should be used. By the end of this post, you’ll have a better understanding of which one is right for you and your skincare routine<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

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Face oils vs. face serums – what’s the difference?<\/h2>\n

Generally speaking, face oil is defined as an oil that combines skin-safe oils mainly to moisten, and smooth the skin<\/strong>. Also, the definition varies from brand to brand and formulator to formulator and the formula has no set norm, however, most facial oils generally have exactly what the label indicates: oils.<\/p>\n

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Facial oils are typically an effective but very basic formulation typically tailored to one skin type, but not specifically intended to target specific skin concerns. However, every facial serum is made to target specific skin concern<\/strong>. It is among the main differences between the two product categories.<\/p>\n

Similarities<\/h3>\n

Generally, facial oils are made of oils! It is the essential carrier oil for all natural and organic product categories. Carrier oils consist mainly of lipids in the body as part of a nutritious composition like vitamins, carotenoids, and squalane<\/a><\/strong>. Fatty acids penetrate the upper layers of skin and assist in proper skin functioning. These products help increase skin’s beauty by a great deal. Other chemicals sometimes called unsaponifiable available are able to help the body retain moisture, soften skin and even rejuvenate the skin<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Differences<\/h3>\n

The major difference between anhydrous (oil-based) and oil face serum is the added ingredients that go further than oils. This is another ingredient that gives this serum extra benefits. Unlike facial oils and facial creams, serums are designed to treat underlying skin issues<\/strong>. Serum products usually deliver these benefits by using botanical extracts, vitamins, or lipophilic active products that specifically fulfill their needs.<\/p>\n

Benefits of serums<\/h2>\n

As mentioned before, every face serum has its own unique ingredients and benefits. But in general, face serums can provide the following benefits.<\/p>\n

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