Written by: Monalisa Deka
4 September 2025
Serums are packed with potent ingredients like vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, or retinol, much stronger than what you’ll usually find in moisturizers.
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Whether it’s acne, pigmentation, fine lines, or dullness, serums are designed to tackle specific issues, while moisturizers mainly focus on hydration.
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Serums have a thinner texture, so they sink deeper into the skin quickly without feeling greasy. Moisturizers usually sit on the surface to lock in moisture.
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Because of their smaller molecules, serums can penetrate deeper into the skin, delivering active ingredients where they’re needed most.
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Using a serum before your moisturizer helps prep and treat the skin, so your moisturizer works better at sealing in hydration.
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Some serums combine antioxidants, peptides, and hydration boosters, giving you anti-aging, brightening, and soothing effects in one step.
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While moisturizers protect your skin barrier, serums help prevent long-term damage like wrinkles, dark spots, and loss of elasticity.
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A moisturizer is great for keeping skin hydrated, but serums are like your skin’s “treatment step” for visible, targeted results.
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