Words: Heather Spencer
If there’s a product that’s worth investing in above any other, it’s a serum. These hardworking heroes contain high concentrations of active ingredients which penetrate deeper into the skin than moisturisers, and with so many formulations available, it’s never been easier to effectively tailor your regime to target individual skin concerns. Here’s our pick of hot-right-now serums that are guaranteed to level-up your skincare.
Anokha Jasmine Serum – 30ml – £74.63 – Buy Now
A hydrating serum from natural skincare brand Anokha, who pride themselves on layering natural ingredients with medical expertise. Jasmine, sweet almond and hyaluronic acid create a glossy, dewy finish.
Simple Ceramide Booster & Omega Complex booster serum – 30ml – £7.99 – Buy Now
Powered by 2.5% ceramide boosters and 7.5% omega complex, this nourishing serum seals in moisture and helps improve the skin’s barrier function.
Lancome Renergie Triple Serum – 50ml – £103 – Buy Now
This award-winning formulation delivers a potent triple dose of hyaluronic acid, vitamin C and niacinamide, as well as ferulic acid, to visibly improve key signs of aging.
Elf Skin holy Hydration Triple Bounce Serum – 30ml – £12 – Buy Now
A daily serum infused with 1.7% hyaluronic acid in 3 molecular weights, squalene and niacinamide, for an intense hydration hit, with plump, smooth, bouncy results.
Neutrogena Retinol Boost Serum – 30ml – £27.99 – Buy Now
This radiance boosting serum softens fine lines and reduces the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation, thanks to hero ingredients retinol and hyaluronic acid.
Farmacy Wake Up Honey Glow 17% Resurfacing Acid Night Serum – 30ml – £56 – Buy Now
Wake up to smooth, glowing skin courtesy of this AHA/ABA blend of glycolic and lactic acid, salicylic acid, tartaric and succinic acid, aswell as hydrating hyaluronic acid and buckwheat honey.
Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Serum – 30ml – £62 – Buy Now
The most advanced serum in Clinique’s range, this 3-in-1 formula contains a potent 1% retinoid, 9.5% peptides and hyaluronic acid, which visibly repairs, resurfaces and re-plumps.
Gaia Face Serum – 15ml – £55 – Buy Now
Inspired by the ancient Greek Goddess known as Mother Nature, this handmade concentrated serum embodies the brand’s ethos, with a blend of echinacea, rosehip, St John’s wort and essential oils.
Laneige Glowy Makeup Serum – 30ml – £25 – Buy Now
This clever hybrid formula delivers all of the hydrating goodness of a serum, while also priming skin and locking make-up in place.
Innisfree Retinol+CICA Moisture Recovery Serum- 30ml – £33 – Buy Now
A hard-working serum that effectively treats skin prone to breaking out. The renewing and resurfacing formula contains retinol, cica and salicylic acid.
Evolve Organic Beauty Resveratrol + Niacinamide Serum – 30ml – £42 – Buy Now
Formulated with 3% encapsulated resveratrol, 4% niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, this concentrated serum visibly reduces the appearance hyperpigmentation, dark spots and pores.
Indeed Labs Retinol Reface Skin Resurfacer – 30ml – £19.99 – Buy Now
This beauty award-winning 3-in-1 formula is an anti-aging powerhouse, thanks to the 3 types of vitamin A derivatives, retinol, bakuchiol and a retinol-like peptide.
Avon Anew Skin Renewal Power Serum – 30ml – £26 – Buy Now
Infuse skin with a powerful dual-collagen boost, and notice 7 skin benefits in 7 days, including firmer, smoother, radiant looking skin, and reduced fine lines.
Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum- 30ml – £58 – Buy Now
This advanced, antioxidant rich night serum is infused with 2 potent retinoids, boasting clinically proven anti-aging results, both instantly and over time.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Rose Micro Serum – 30ml – £90 – Buy Now
The latest edition to the fan-favourite range that needs no introduction. Harnessing the power of organic English rose, the dual phase formula provides 72 hours of hydration, while strengthening the skin’s barrier.
