Beauty

The Difference between Cream and Serum

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We are all updated on the novelties that the world of beauty is constantly offering, but their abundance makes us wonder whether we are choosing the right skincare product or not. From creams to serums, the choices are endless.

Before choosing the product that best satisfies your needs, you have to know whether you should opt for a cream or a serum. The difference? Let’s find out!

The difference between a serum and a cream is the formulation. Serums leave out airtight moisturizing ingredients such as petrolatum or mineral oil that keep water from evaporating. With fewer lubricating and thickening agents and more active ingredients, they are water-based – which makes them ideal for oily skin.

On the contrary, creams are oil-concentrated – which makes them perfect for dry skin. They contain petrolatum and mineral oil that prevent the water evaporation from the skin.

Have we helped you narrow down your choices? Now you can start to search for the ideal product to take good care of your skin.

 

Mirella Haddad



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