Serum or cream — what should you choose

Serum treats; cream comforts. Most routines need both — here’s when to use which.

People often ask whether they should buy a serum or a cream. For most skin, they do different jobs.

Serum

Serum = message. Cream = blanket.

If you only buy one product first, choose a cream you’ll use twice a day. Add a serum when your base feels stable.

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