This blog post on the best face serums in Kenya teaches you about the different types of serums and their uses. The types of serums discussed in this blog post include anti-aging serums, hyperpigmentation serums, hydrating serums, retexturizing serums, whitening serums, acne serums, serums for oily skin and serums for glowing skin.
Why Should I Use A Serum?
Serums are very important for any skincare routine because they contain a high concentration of active ingredients and this enables them to treat skincare concerns like wrinkles, dark spots, dryness and dullness more effectively. They are also able to penetrate deep into the skin and this helps them to address these skincare concerns more effectively.
The Best Anti-Aging Serums
Retinol serums are the best anti-aging serums because they boost the production of collagen and elastin which reduces fine lines and wrinkles and keeps the skin firm. Consequently, retinol serums make you look younger.
Vitamin C serums are other effective anti-aging serums because they protect the skin cells from the free radical damage that causes premature aging. Vitamin C is also required by the body for collagen production to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
The best serums for wrinkles contain retinol or bakuchiol while the most effective anti-aging face serums contain retinol, peptides and vitamin C.
Cerave Skin Renewing Retinol Serum
Cerave Skin Renewing Retinol Serum is one of the Cerave Serums for anti-aging. It contains retinol, hyaluronic acid and ceramides. It is used to treat fine lines and wrinkles. It is applied at night after cleansing to the face, neck and décolleté. It is non-comedogenic The price in Kenya for the Cerave Skin Renewing Retinol Retinol Serum is Ksh 3500.
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Retinol B3 Serum
Retinol B3 Serum is the La Roche Posay Anti-Aging Serum. It contains retinol and vitamin B3. It is used to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It is also used on sun damaged skin of all skin types. It is applied at night after cleansing to the face, neck and décolleté. It is allergy tested and can be used on sensitive skin. It is oil-free and non-comedogenic. The price in Kenya for the La Roche Posay Retinol B3 Serum is Ksh 7000.
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Elbbub Vitamin C Anti-Aging Serum
Elbbub Vitamin C Anti-Aging Serum is one of the best face serums for the skin. It contains 20% vitamin C, vitamin E and hyaluronic acid. It is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the Elbbub Vitamin C Anti-Aging Serum is Ksh 3000.
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Vitamin C Serum
Vitamin C Serum is the La Roche Posay Vitamin C Serum. It contains 10% vitamin C, salicylic acid and neurosensine. It is used as an anti-aging serum for mature skin. It is used in the morning after cleansing the face. It is allergy tested and can be used on sensitive skin. It is oil-free and non-comedogenic. The price in Kenya for the La Roche Posay Vitamin C Serum is Ksh 7000.
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Bio Balance Pure Vitamin C L-Ascorbic Acid 10% Super Serum
Bio Balance Pure Vitamin C L-Ascorbic Acid 10% Super Serum is one of the Bio Balance Serums for anti-aging. It contains the 10% L-Ascorbic acid which is a from of vitamin C. It is used to reduce wrinkles. It is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the Bio Balance Vitamin C Serum is Ksh 2200.
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The Best Hyperpigmentation Serums
Hyperpigmentation serums fade dark patches on the skin. The most effective face serums for hyperpigmentation contain ingredients like niacinamide, tranexamic acid and vitamin C.
Mela B3 Dark Spot Serum
Mela B3 Dark Spot Serum is one of the La Roche Posay Serums. It contains 10% niacinamide and melasyl. t is used to fade dark patches on the skin from acne (post acne hyperpigmentation), age spots and sunspots. It is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the face. It is allergy tested and can be used on sensitive skin. It is non-comedogenic. The price in Kenya for the La Roche Posay Mela B3 Dark Spot Serum is Ksh 7300.
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Luminous 630 Anti Dark Marks Serum
Luminous 630 Anti Dark Marks Serum is one of the Nivea Serums for hyperpigmentation. It contains luminous630 and hyaluronic acid. It is used to fade dark patches. It is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the face. It can be used on all skin types including sensitive skin. It can even be used by pregnant women. The price in Kenya for the Nivea Luminous 630 Anti Dark Marks Serum is Ksh 2500.
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The Best Hydrating Serums
Hydrating serums add moisture to the skin which makes them great for dry skin. They also plump up the skin which gives it a youthful appearance and this makes them wonderful for mature skin. The most effective face serums for dry skin contain contain ingredients like hyaluronic acid.
Hyalu B5 Serum
Hyalu B5 Serum is one of the La Roche Posay Serums for dry skin. It contains hyaluronic acid, madecassoside and vitamin B5. It is used to hydrate dry skin. It is used in the morning after cleansing the face. It is allergy tested and can be used on sensitive skin. It is oil-free and non-comedogenic. The price in Kenya for the La Roche Posay Hyalu B5 Serum is Ksh 7000.
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Estelin Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Estelin Hyaluronic Acid Serum is one of the Dr. Rashel Estelin Serums for dry skin. It contains hyaluronic acid. It is used to hydrate dry skin. It is used in the morning after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the Estelin Hyaluronic Acid Serum is Ksh 2000.
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The Best Acne Serums
Acne serums treat acne and prevent new breakouts. The most effective face serums for acne contain contain ingredients like salicylic acid and retinol.
Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Serum
Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Serum is one of the Cerave Serums for acne. It contains retinol, licorice root, niacinamide and ceramides. It is used to treat acne, fade acne marks (hyperpigmentation) and minimize acne scars. It is used at night after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Serum is Ksh 3500.
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Effaclar Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum
Effaclar Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum is the La Roche Posay Serum for acne prone skin. It contains 1.5% salicylic acid, glycolic acid, lipo-hydroxy acid and niacinamide. It is used to treat acne and prevent breakouts in acne-prone skin. It is used in the morning and at night after cleansing the face. It is allergy tested and non-comedogenic. The price in Kenya for the La Roche Posay Effaclar Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum is Ksh 6000.
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Garnier SkinActive 4% AHA + BHA & Niacinamide Charcoal Face Serum
Garnier SkinActive 4% AHA + BHA & Niacinamide Charcoal Face Serum is one of the Garnier Serums for acne. It contains AHA, BHA (salicylic) and niacinamide. It is used to reduce blemishes. It is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the face. It can be used on sensitive skin. The price in Kenya for the Garnier SkinActive 4% AHA + BHA & Niacinamide Charcoal Face Serum is Ksh 2000.
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Bio Balance Deep Peeling AHA 10% + BHA 2% + Red Moss Super Serum
Bio Balance Deep Peeling AHA 10% + BHA 2% + Red Moss Super Serum is one of the Bio Balance Serums for acne. It contains the BHA salicylic acid to treat acne and AHAs like Glycolic acid, Lactic acid and Mandelic Acid to exfoliate the skin and fade discoloration. It also contains red algae to hydrate the skin and protect it. It is used to treat acne and hyperpigmentation and also improve the skin’s texture. It is used in the morning after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the Bio Balance Deep Peeling AHA 10% + BHA 2% + Red Moss Super Serum is Ksh 2100.
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The Best Serums For Oily Skin
The most effective face serums for oily skin contain ingredients like BHAs (beta hydroxy acids) e.g. salicylic acid and charcoal.
Effaclar Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum
Effaclar Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum is the La Roche Posay Serum for oily skin. It contains 1.5% salicylic acid, glycolic acid, lipo-hydroxy acid and niacinamide. It is used to treat acne and prevent breakouts in acne-prone skin. It is used in the morning and at night after cleansing the face. It is allergy tested and non-comedogenic. The price in Kenya for the La Roche Posay Effaclar Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Serum is Ksh 6000.
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Garnier SkinActive 4% AHA + BHA & Niacinamide Charcoal Face Serum
Garnier SkinActive 4% AHA + BHA & Niacinamide Charcoal Face Serum is one of the Garnier Serums for oily skin. It contains AHA, BHA (salicylic) and niacinamide. It is used to mattify the skin. It is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the face. It can be used on sensitive skin. The price in Kenya for the Garnier SkinActive 4% AHA + BHA & Niacinamide Charcoal Face Serum is Ksh 2000.
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The Best Serums For Glowing Skin
The most effective face serums for glowing skin contain ingredients like AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids) e.g. glycolic acid, lactic acid and mandelic acid as well as BHAs (beta hydroxy acids) e.g. salicylic acid.. They also contain other ingredients like vitamin C or ascorbic acid.
Elbbub Vitamin C Anti-Aging Serum
Elbbub Vitamin C Anti-Aging Serum is one of the best serums for glowing skin. It contains 20% vitamin C, vitamin E and hyaluronic acid. it is used to brighten the skin. It is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the Elbbub Vitamin C Anti-Aging Serum is Ksh 3000.
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Garnier Even And Matt Vitamin C Booster Serum
Garnier Even And Matt Vitamin C Booster Serum is one of the Garnier Serums for glowing skin. It contains vitamin C and niacinamide. It is used to brighten the skin. It is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the Garnier Even And Matt Vitamin C Booster Serum is Ksh 2000.
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Estelin Vitamin C Plus Brightening & Anti-Aging Face Serum
Estelin Vitamin C Plus Brightening & Anti-Aging Face Serum is one of the Dr. Rashel Estelin Serums for glowing skin. It contains vitamin C, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. It is used to brighten dull skin. It is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the Estelin Vitamin C Plus Brightening & Anti-Aging Face Serum is Ksh 1500.
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The Best Retexturizing Serums
Retexturizing serums improve the skin’s texture and its appearance. The most effective face serums for retexturizing the skin contains ingredients like AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids) e.g. glycolic acid, lactic acid and mandelic acid.
Garnier SkinActive 4% AHA + BHA & Niacinamide Charcoal Face Serum
Garnier SkinActive 4% AHA + BHA & Niacinamide Charcoal Face Serum is one of the Garnier Serums for acretexturizing the skin. It contains AHA, BHA (salicylic) and niacinamide. It is used to resurface the skin for a smoother appearance. It is used in the morning and evening after cleansing the face. It can be used on sensitive skin. The price in Kenya for the Garnier SkinActive 4% AHA + BHA & Niacinamide Charcoal Face Serum is Ksh 2000.
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Bio Balance Deep Peeling AHA 10% + BHA 2% + Red Moss Super Serum
Bio Balance Deep Peeling AHA 10% + BHA 2% + Red Moss Super Serum is one of the Bio Balance Serums for acne. It contains the BHA salicylic acid and AHAs like Glycolic acid, Lactic acid and Mandelic Acid to exfoliate the skin. It also contains red algae to hydrate the skin and protect it. It is used to improve the skin’s texture and treat acne and hyperpigmentation. It is used in the morning after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the Bio Balance Deep Peeling AHA 10% + BHA 2% + Red Moss Super Serum is Ksh 2100.
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The Best Whitening Serums
Whitening serums improve the skin’s tone. The most effective face serums for whitening the skin contain ingredients like glutathione, kojic acid, vitamin C and glycolic acid.
L’Oreal Paris Brightening Serum
L’Oreal Paris Brightening Serum is one of the L’Oreal Serums for brightening the skin. It contains 1% glycolic acid and 2% niacinamide. It is used to reduce dark spots and brighten the skin. It is used in the morning after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the L’Oreal Paris Brightening Serum is Ksh 5500.
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FAQ
How to layer serums
Always apply the serum with the thinnest consistency first and then follow it with the thicker one. Use a maximum of two serums at the same time. If both the serums you are using have a similar consistency, apply the serum that addresses your most serious skincare concern first and wait for 2 minutes for it to penetrate the skin before applying the second serum.
Which serums can be used together?
The following serums CAN BE applied at the same time when addressing multiple skincare concerns:
*Hyaluronic acid and retinol
*Hyaluronic acid and vitamin C
*Hyaluronic acid and AHA or BHA
*Niacinamide and retinol – this combination can help reduce the irritation caused by retinols since niacinamide soothes the skin.
*Peptides and retinol – this combination can help reduce the irritation caused by retinols.
*Ceramides, peptide, prebiotics and probiotics – these can be used to strengthen the skin’s protective barrier and balance it microbiome.
Which serums cannot be used together?
The following serums SHOULD NOT BE applied at the same time when addressing multiple skincare concerns:
*Retinol and vitamin C – use the vitamin C in the morning and the retinol at night.
*Vitamin C and AHAs or BHAs – the AHAs or BHAs can change the pH of vitamin C making it less potent. Therefore use the vitamin C in the morning and the AHAs or BHAs at night.
*Retinol and AHAs or BHAs – this combination can cause increased skin irritation and sensitivity. Therefore use them on different nights.
How to layer skincare products
The following is the order in which you should use skincare products:
1.Cleanser
2.Toner (optional)
3.Serum
4.Moisturizer
5.Sunscreen (not used at night)
Please note that it is important to wait for 2 minutes to give each skincare product time to penetrate the skin effectively before applying the next product.
How do I know which serum is the best for me?
The best serum for you is the one which addresses your skincare concern.
*If you want to treat fine lines and wrinkles and prevent premature aging, use an anti-aging serum.
*If you want to fade dark patches on your skin, use a hyperpigmentation serum.
*If you want to manage dry skin, use a hydrating serum.
*If you want to treat acne, use an acne serum.
*If you want to brighten dull skin, use a serum for glowing skin.
*If you want to smoothen rough skin, use a retexturizing serum.
What is No 1 Serum?
No 1 de Chanel Revitalizing Serum is a Chanel Serum which contains red camellia extract. It is used to prevent and correct the 5 signs of aging. It reduces wrinkles and pores while improving the skin’s radiance and elasticity. It is used in the morning and in the evening after cleansing the face. The price in Kenya for the No 1 de Chanel Revitalizing Serum is Ksh 26000.
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