Whey is a product with a high concentration of nutrients. Unlike extracts and extracts, there may be some of them in different sizes. That is, whey is often a nourishing, rejuvenating or healing cocktail.
It also differs from creams, which are an emulsion - a suspension of fat particles in water or, conversely, microbes in fat.
The serum is usually uniform in consistency. Although its base can also be aqueous or oily, depending on the optimal environment for the active ingredients contained in it.
Action on the skin
Due to its light and nourishing composition, the serum has a very intense effect on the skin and is able to:
- quickly improves its appearance;
- slow down age-related destructive processes;
- neutralizes the early signs of aging;
- elimination of age spots;
- renew and refresh the face;
- restoring skin firmness and elasticity;
- act against rosacea;
- deeply moisturizes the epidermis;
- remove acne scars and blemishes.
There are also special therapeutic serums for problem skin with anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and sebostatic effects. It is best not to use them without a doctor's prescription, as if used incorrectly, you can only make the problem worse.
Application rules
To get the maximum effect from this valuable cosmetic product literally and figuratively, you need to know how to use the facial serum correctly:
- Apply only on dry and clean skin, after it is well washed and wiped with tonic (without alcohol! ).
- It is advisable to use a moisturizing serum in the morning, then it will give you freshness for the whole day. But in bad weather and frost, you can go out with it no earlier than half an hour later.
- Problem skin products are best used at night. Then they will work successfully for several hours and give maximum results.
- Narrow-acting serums are used only spontaneously: anti-inflammatory - for acne; from wrinkles - to skin wrinkles; bleaching - in places with pronounced pigmentation.
- Anti-aging and lifting serums are best applied on the neck and décolleté. And tightening the oval of the face - on the neck and under the lower jaw.
- Due to its light consistency, the serum is absorbed quickly and is able to penetrate quite deeply. Therefore, you do not need to massage your face and run it with your fingers.
- It is important not to overdo it. Usually bottles have a dispenser. And 2-3 drops of the product are enough to treat the whole face.
- Once the product is completely absorbed, you can apply a cream on it. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that foundation often does not fit well in lifting and anti-aging serums. In this case, you will need to limit yourself to mineral powder.
In most cases, it is not necessary to rinse the serum unless required by the instructions, which should always be read before purchasing the product.
Election Secrets
Only at first glance it seems that choosing a face serum is easy. In fact, there are many important factors to consider:
- Mosha. Up to 25 years, concentrated preparations are generally best to be used exclusively for medical purposes. It is recommended to use anti-aging serums after 35. And with superlifting effect, even later - at 45+. The fact is that by getting enough nutrients, our skin stops producing them. Do not let it rest too soon.
- Skin type. This is very important, as the serum has an intense effect on it. Therefore, when applying an unsuitable product, for example, on dry skin, it can be provoked by severe irritation, peeling and even the rapid formation of wrinkles.
- Problems. For problem skin, some serums are not suitable. But there are products designed specifically for it. Also, many medications have a narrow focus on solving certain problems. This is usually indicated on the packaging.
- active components. Since they are there in large quantities, people prone to allergic reactions should carefully study the composition of any new product and make sure to do a test before using it.
- Terms and conditions of storage. Some professional preparations are sold in disposable bottles, after opening, which quickly lose their useful properties. Yes, and home-made serums have a very short shelf life - from a few hours to a few days.
If we compare the products bought or prepared at home, then in terms of the power of impact, the latter are significantly lost. Therefore, those who want to get a quick and meaningful result should not skimp.
The best serums
The best serums are the ones that are perfect for you. As a specialist I certainly prefer professional training. They use all the achievements of modern chemistry and cosmetology and are able to really prolong youth, especially if they are used for injections or a mesoscope. But products from the mass market and home-made also work well.
professional
The main point of professional serums is a strictly balanced composition and the presence of patented formulas and nanoparticles in products. Some of them are able to repair damaged membranes and regulate intercellular processes.
In addition, the beautician has tools that allow beneficial substances to penetrate even deeper. And with the help of injections, mesotherapy or hardware procedures, the serum is distributed directly to those places where the skin needs it most. No wonder the results are impressive.
Mass market
On the shelves of mass markets, the abundance of serums is growing every day. On the one hand, it pleases. On the other hand, it allows you to doubt the quality of the product. Especially at a low price. A high quality biologically active concentrate can not be cheap, even because of the high cost of its production.
To soften mimic wrinkles, it is best not to use serums but fillers. These are even more concentrated preparations created to replenish lost soft tissue volume.
Homemade
If you wish, you can prepare anti-aging face serums at home. Their effect will be weaker than from the store. But on the other hand, in the complete absence of chemistry, the skin will be able to be nourished with beneficial substances.
with oil
For dry and sensitive, as well as baked and covered with numerous fine wrinkles, an oil-based serum is ideal. Any natural oil is suitable for him.
The thinner the skin, the lighter it should be.
The best is argan oil. It is universal, leaves no traces of fat and has a wonderful anti-aging effect, but it is expensive.
Olive, peach, apricot or grape seeds, wheat germ, jojoba, etc. are also good.
Here are some cooking recipes:
- To dry. Mix a tablespoon of avocado oil and entotera, add essential: 6 drops of geranium, 3 - chamomile and 2 - lavender. The composition has a calming, anti-inflammatory and relaxing effect.
- For maturation and fading. Base: two tablespoons of apricot kernel oil or grapes, one - rose thighs. Add two teaspoons of carrots or 5 capsules of vitamin AEVit, 5-6 drops of geranium oil, 3 - rosemary, 2-3 - neroli. The tool perfectly tones the skin, softens wrinkles, improves complexion, increases skin turgor.
- For normal. One tablespoon of jojoba or coconut oil, three teaspoons of tocopherol oil solution, one tablespoon of sea buckthorn oil. Now add the essential: 5 drops of cinnamon, 2-3 - ylang-ylang, 3 - sweet oranges. The serum slightly brightens the skin, increases its protective properties, helps against rosacea, slows down the aging process.
Such serums do not stay under makeup, so it is better to use them on weekends or at night. Store in a dark place in a tightly closed glass container at room temperature.
Kefir
From home, kefir face serum is the most popular. This is not surprising - it is easier to obtain and has many beneficial properties due to its high content of potassium, calcium, choline and other vital substances:
- tightens the oval of the face;
- improves skin color;
- whiten shallow pigmentation;
- helps remove toxins;
- eliminates oily shine;
- relieves inflammation and swelling;
- reduces bags under the eyes;
- removes blackheads and blackheads;
- restores hydrolipidic balance.
But it is important to remember that when heated above 50 ° C, the beneficial properties of kefir whey are quickly lost.
It is easy to prepare. And it is better to make it from whole milk made at home. It should be left at room temperature until completely dry. A piece of rye bread thrown into a jar will help speed up the process. When the milk separates, drain the whey and drain through several layers of gauze. Some people heat sour milk on low heat, but it is so easy to go wrong and get hot.
You can use this serum after washing or in the evening before applying the night cream.
If you make ice from it and wipe the face with it every day, then the skin will become fresh and pink, and the oval of the face will be clearer. Also, the serum allows you to remove acne and small rashes, as it contains lactic acid.
Cream or serum
I am often asked which is better: cream or serum. For me it is like choosing between a bun and jam. Of course, a jam with jam is much tastier and more nutritious than just these products.
The serum has an intense directed effect on the skin. The cream does the rest:
- prolongs the effect;
- normalizes hydrolipidic balance;
- contains sun filters;
- helps maintain moisture in the skin;
- helps soften wrinkles.
In fact, it is the cream that offers a comprehensive and balanced daily skin care. Therefore, cosmetologists recommend their use together.
Moreover, the finished products should be at least from the same manufacturer, and preferably from the same series, in order to complement and reinforce each other and not conflict with each other.
In summary
Cosmetic serum for face and skin around the eyes is really a very necessary and useful product. It can only cause harm in one case - if chosen incorrectly. And positive results can be seen after a few days of regular use.
When buying ready-made products, you should not focus on the evaluation, but on the composition and focus. The question of which works best - serum or face cream - is pointless. They should be used together, as they have different effects on the skin.
High quality serum not only visually improves the condition of the epidermis, but also stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, renews tissues from within.