Serums

Face serums are typically lightweight, liquid skincare products that help visibly improve the look of your skin. They are often formulated with a higher concentration of ingredients than other skincare products to efficiently address specific skin concerns such as dehydration, lines, uneven texture, and discoloration. Incorporating a well-suited serum into your skincare routine can be a game-changer for achieving and maintaining your best skin.

Face serums are applied after cleansing and toning the skin, but before moisturizing and using sunscreen. Serums can typically be applied morning and night, depending on the formula and its ingredients.

Face serums have a lighter texture than face creams and typically absorb quicker into the skin. Face creams, also referred to as moisturizers, are meant to provide moisture to the skin, whereas serums are intended to help target specific skin concerns. Learn more about the differences between face serums and face creams.

Some of the most popular face serums include hydrating serums, anti-aging serums, brightening serums, and dark spot correctors. Lancôme offers a range of serums designed for different skin concerns:

Génifique Ultimate Recovery Serum - Skin barrier repair & recovery; smooths and boosts radiance.

Advanced Génifique Face Serum - Hydration and strength; visibly hydrates, plumps, and improves the look of dull skin.

Clarifique Pro-Solution Serum - Brighten and clarify; reduces visible dark spots & post-acne marks, and tightens pores.

Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum - Anti-aging; visibly reduces the look of wrinkles, improves volume loss, and brightens dark spot appearance.

Absolue The Serum - Anti-wrinkle; helps accelerate skin surface cell renewal, visibly smooths and plumps.

As skin ages, it can lose elasticity, become drier, and show signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles. Choose a serum that’s specifically formulated for these skin concerns. Typically, serums for mature skin contain ingredients like retinol, peptides, and niacinamide, which are known for their ability to support collagen and improve visible firmness and texture. Mature skin types can benefit from serums containing hyaluronic acid and beta-glucan as well, known for providing intense hydration that can visibly plump the skin and smooth the look of dryness.

The best face serum for you will depend largely on your skin type and your skin concerns. Look for a serum that targets your concerns, like wrinkles or an uneven skin tone, and works well with your skin type, like a serum for dry skin or oily skin. Learn more about Lancôme’s range of face serums in our serums product guide.