Anti-aging serum? How is it different from anti-aging cream?

With many creams to choose from like anti-aging cream, anti-wrinkle cream, lotion, mosisturing cream etc. it can be quite confusing to know what to choose. Added to this mix are anti-aging serums. But what exactly is an anti-aging serum and how can it help you stop the skin aging process?

What is an anti-aging serum?

A serum tends to be a thick liquid that is usually clear. It has a thinner consistency than ordinary cream and often has a special purpose. It is water based and lightweight, which makes it easy for the skin to absorb and suitable for all skin types. It usually contains proven active anti-aging ingredients like retinol, vitamin c, alpha hydroxy acids, antioxidants and peptides that can boost collagen production or reduce the appearance of wrinkles. A cream tends to have moisturizing as its main purpose and general has fewer active ingredients. A serum is generally more expansive than an ordinary cream.

How to use the serum effectively?

A serum can be your best bet against reducing the signs of aging. You can choose a serum specifically for your needs with the active ingredients that your skin needs. They are usually more effective that other creams as they have a higher concentration of active ingredients with one specific goal.

As sun is one of the most damaging factors contributing to skin aging, it is recommended that you wear your anti-aging serum under a high quality sunblock.

So do anti-aging serums actually work?

Customer feedback and clinical trial data results have been very positive. Of course not all anti-aging serums are the same and you need to select the good ones. Improvements can be seen in wrinkle reduction, skin tone and skin brightness.

Which are the best anti-aging serums?

Everyone is different and you should carefully look at the needs of your skin before choosing an anti-aging serum. However, below are some of the best anti-aging serums on the market that I have found.

SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic

This very advanced serum packs ingredients like L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and alpha tocopherol (vitamin E) and ferulic acid to diminish and prevent visible signs of aging and photo-damage. It neutralizes free radicals, shields against UV damage and enhances collagen production. It also conditions and brightens the complexion for improved beauty. It can be used for all skin types and would be good to take in conjuction with their sun blocker. Skin Ceuticals C E Ferulic Combination Antioxidant Treatment 30ml/1oz

Obagi Professional C-serum 10% strength

This physician grade serum has has had raving customers reviews with a lot of them noticing actual restoration of wrinkles. It comes in three strenghts and helps to build collagen and lightens and brightens skin. It contain L-Asorbic acid and Vitamin C. Obagi ProfessionalC Serum 10 Strength