What are the benefits of a serum?
In Asia, one woman in two uses a serum, compared with Europe, where barely 10% of women are tempted by the promises of this facial skincare product.
An essential part of your beauty routine, serum is an intensive skincare product packed with active ingredients that stimulate and support the proper functioning of the skin. Thanks to its fine, lightweight texture, it penetrates deeper into the epidermal cells. Above all, it targets a specific skin concern that you want to improve:
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Dehydrated skin that cannot be sufficiently replenished by a moisturizing cream, or that may become congested if moisturized with a richer cream.
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Loss of firmness in the face, accompanied by wrinkles, fine lines and a lack of firmness.
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Skin imperfections, such as the appearance of blackheads and small blemishes.
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Pigmentation or redness on the face that you find difficult to reduce, together with a desire to achieve a more even complexion.
Although for some skin types serum can replace a moisturizer, it is nevertheless recommended to use it in addition to one, as it works more deeply. Its role is to prepare the skin for the application of your moisturizing treatment while enhancing its action. Its concentrated and targeted nature is what makes it complementary to your other daily skincare products. The serum and cream duo therefore work in synergy to enhance the beauty of the skin.
When and how should you apply your serum?
A serum should be applied morning and evening to skin that has been previously cleansed and makeup-free, and always underneath your day or night cream. This optimizes the penetration of the active ingredients into the deeper layers of the epidermis.
Due to its exceptionally high concentration of targeted active ingredients, only a few drops of product are needed. Gently smooth the features of your face from the inside out, without forgetting the neck. However, the eye contour area should be avoided unless you choose a serum specifically suitable for this delicate and fragile area.
There is a serum for every skin type
Contrary to popular belief, mature skin does not have a monopoly on facial serums. All skin types, whether oily, combination or even very dry, can incorporate one into their beauty routine.
To choose the right serum, it is essential to precisely identify the irregularities you want to address and the solutions you want to provide. This cosmetic treatment can be used over the long term for a recurring concern, for example for an anti-aging effect, or as a short-term treatment. It is up to you to determine your skin’s needs, which may change depending on the seasons, periods of stress or hormonal changes.
Indeed, your skin does not constantly have the same needs depending on these different factors. You can therefore choose a serum adapted to your skin’s needs as they evolve throughout the year.
Serum textures vary: they may come in the form of a hydrophilic gel, textured oils or ultra-light emulsions. It is a matter of preference and how the texture feels on your skin. The only requirement is that the product should be easy and pleasant to apply, while allowing you to follow with an organic facial cream without leaving a greasy or sticky feeling.
Finally, the best way to ensure optimal effectiveness from your serum is to choose a certified organic cosmetic product that is non-comedogenic and formulated with high-quality natural active ingredients that are unlikely to clog your pores.
PATYKA Face Serums
PATYKA Advanced Research has developed a range of ethical products featuring 100% natural active ingredients to meet the unique needs of every skin type.
A thirst-quenching serum for dehydrated skin:
Hydra-Booster Serum
A true hydration champion, this serum with its lightweight, watery texture comes to the rescue of thirsty skin. Say goodbye to feelings of discomfort and tightness: this treatment deeply replenishes the skin’s needs while reducing the visible signs of dehydration.
The Hydra-Booster Serum is rich in Pure & Natural Hyaluronic Acid, a renowned molecule naturally present in the dermis that works like a sponge by retaining water. The epidermis’s water balance is therefore immediately restored.
Its formula, enriched with Tremella, an Asian mushroom known for its nourishing and antioxidant properties, soothes and hydrates the skin throughout the day.
To care for your dehydrated skin, discover the right skincare habits to adopt with our S.O.S. Hydration guide.
An anti-aging serum to restore firmness to the skin:
Fundamental Plumping Serum
This is the perfect pro-youth booster for lifting and redefining the contours of the face. It accelerates cell renewal and stimulates the skin’s fibroblasts.
Its record concentration of Pure and Plant-Derived Hyaluronic Acid creates a protective film on the surface of the epidermis to activate skin microcirculation. This anti-aging treatment replenishes the cells with water to visibly plump the skin.
In addition, its formula based on Marine Plankton and Wakame Algae stimulates the natural production of collagen and elastin to fill in expression lines and provide greater firmness to the skin.
For even greater effectiveness, feel free to combine this serum with the Lift-Éclat Firming Cream.
A serum to combat pigmentation:
Anti-Dark Spot Correcting Serum
Its record concentration of Pure and Plant-Derived Hyaluronic Acid creates a protective film on the surface of the epidermis to activate skin microcirculation. This anti-aging treatment replenishes the cells with water to visibly plump the skin.
In addition, its formula based on Marine Plankton and Wakame Algae stimulates the natural production of collagen and elastin to fill in expression lines and provide greater firmness to the skin.
For even greater effectiveness, feel free to combine this serum with the Lift-Éclat Firming Cream.
A serum to combat pigmentation:
Anti-Dark Spot Correcting Serum
Uncompromising on pigmentation, this organic face serum is suitable for both young and mature skin. It provides comprehensive action against dark spots by preventing their appearance, smoothing the skin’s texture and fading existing dark spots.
Thanks to PATYKA’s Exclusive Complex, combining Sea Fern and Oxyresveratrol, excess melanin production (the natural pigment that determines skin colour) is effectively regulated to correct uneven pigmentation. The 5-AHA Complex (natural fruit acids) helps limit the appearance of new dark spots and even out the complexion.
As an added benefit, the Natural Hyaluronic Acid it contains replenishes the skin’s moisture levels for a regenerating and smoothing effect. The skin is visibly hydrated and radiant.
An Anti-Pollution Radiance-Boosting Serum
The Radiance Regenerating Serum
Daily exposure to UV rays, pollution and even blue light affects the skin’s youthful appearance by generating excess free radicals. This is known as oxidative stress.
The result: your complexion looks dull and lacklustre, your skin loses its radiance, and wrinkles and fine lines begin to appear.
The Radiance Regenerating Serum acts as a protective shield to help prevent the signs of skin ageing. It contains Sophora Flower extracts with protective and antioxidant properties that improve skin quality and help reduce cellular damage caused by free radicals.
Pure & Natural Hyaluronic Acid creates a protective and nourishing film on the surface of the epidermis while helping to erase visible signs of fatigue and stress. Combined with the Radiance Multi-Protection Cream (available in a Light and a Rich texture), its anti-fatigue effect is immediate!
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