Overpaying for beauty products that don’t work is overrated. Here we bring you the first in a series of beauty features with recommendations from the egg community. We’re kicking things off with the egg top picks for serums.
An essential step in any skincare routine, serums deliver a high concentration of active ingredients deeper into the skin. Apply after cleansing and toning, and before moisturising, to enjoy benefits including hydration, brightening, and firming.
Good for… oily skin
Niacinamide is a water-based serum for blemish-prone skin. It helps brighten, smooth and protect skin. £5, The Ordinary.
Why you love it: 'Niacinamide really helped get my oily spot prone skin under control.' Eve Hegarty
Good for… dry skin
BalanceMe Vitamin C Repair Serum reduces the appearance of pigmentation and uneven skin tone. It contains Hyaluronic Acid which helps brighten and hydrate the skin too. £35 at balanceme.com
Why you love it: 'I got a sample of this in my Birchbox and am seriously impressed! I have slightly dry, fussy skin; luckily quite youthful and not many wrinkles! Within one application of this, my skin just felt amazing - it is fresh, bright and smooth, not one bit dry and almost skin feels healthily plumped.' Kirstie Wilson
Good for… dull skin
Kate McIver Secret Weapon Serum is the Winner of Beauty Shortlist Editors Choice Award 2023. Anti-ageing, nourishing and vegan friendly it can help transform the appearance of dull, tired and dehydrated skin. £39.99 at katemciverskin.co.uk
Why you love it: 'My friend bought me a bottle of Kate McIver - Skin Specialist secret weapon serum and it’s been a saviour when wearing masks on 12hr shifts.' Kathryn Manson
Good for… sensitive skin and anti-ageing
Medik8 C-Tetras the brand’s cult favourite Vitamin C Serum. It promises brightening results, a healthy glow and to minimise the appearance of fine lines over time. £39, medik8.com
Why you love it: 'I’m addicted to Medik8. I’ve just ordered a Medik8 vitamin A and the vitamin C serum. Had a few medik8 facials at Zen Lifestyle (can’t wait till I can do it again) and love their products. The serum works deep to correct issues.' Sarah Johnston
Good for… all skin types
Rainforest Dew Hydration Serum is lightweight, natural, vegan and cruelty free. It’s packed with hydrating plant extracts to leave skin looking dewy.£44 at TropicSkincare.com
Why you love it: 'The first lockdown started my obsession with skincare, I went for a natural skincare brand Tropic. Loved them so much I signed up to become as Ambassador and my skin has never been better. My favourite serum is the Rainforest Dew Hydration Serum.' Lynsey Kay
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