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The best serums for every single skin problem

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These are the best serums for every skin type
These are the best serums for every skin type

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If you’re not using a serum yet, you should be. The super-concentrated formula delivers a hefty dose of various active ingredients to your needy skin — and there’s a formula for everything from dryness to acne.

But if you’re having a difficult time wading through the thousands of serums out there, you’re not alone. Luckily, we’ve rounded up the best products for every skin problem.

FOR DRY SKIN

Caudalie VinoSource S.O.S. Serum

Caudalie VinoSource S.O.S. Serum
Caudalie VinoSource S.O.S. Serum

Formulated with grape water and hyaluronic acid, this quenching serum is just the answer to patchy, dry skin. Replenishing water reserves in the skin, this serum is guaranteed to give you glow.

SHOP IT: Sephora, $45

The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane

The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane
The Ordinary Retinol 0.5% in Squalane

The Ordinary is renowned for their high-performing skincare at affordable prices. Typically a serum including retinol could set you back $100, but this skin saviour is just what the glow goddess ordered at a lower price. Squalane helps put moisture back in the skin while retinol has anti-aging properties, making this serum the ultimate cocktail to grow your glow.

SHOP IT: Beauty Bay, $8

FOR SENSITIVE

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Serum

La Roche Posay Hylau B5 Serum
La Roche Posay Hylau B5 Serum

Anti-wrinkle and plumping, this La Roche-Posay serum is a must-have for those with sensitive skin who are looking for J.Lo levels of glow. Hyaluronic acid infuses skin with moisture, intensely hydrating skin for a ‘lit from within’ glow. This product has been dermatologically tested to ensure it is suitable for sensitive skin.

SHOP IT: La Roche-Posay, $49

Clinique Smart Custom-Repair Serum

Clinique Smart Custom-Repair Serum
Clinique Smart Custom-Repair Serum

This potent serum uses smart technology to deliver custom repairs to your unique skin damage. Working with your unique skin ID, this serum is packed with peptides, collagen-boosting ingredients and brightening botanicals.

SHOP IT: The Bay, $80-$210

FOR HYPER-PIGMENTED SKIN

Murad Rapid Age Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Age Spot Correcting Serum
Murad Rapid Age Spot Correcting Serum

Using clinical-strength brightening niacinamide complex, this serum will even your skin tone, reducing the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Paired with subtle light-reflecting pearls, this serum evens skin tone and enhances radiance. What more could you want?

SHOP IT: Sephora, $94

Glossier Super Glow Serum

Glossier Super Glow Serum
Glossier Super Glow Serum

This serum literally promises “better skin, bottled.” For those with hyper-pigmented skin, achieving an even skin tone while boosting glow is a priority. This Glossier serum combines Vitamin C and magnesium, two ingredients that energize skin to make it look even.

SHOP IT: Glossier, $35

FOR ACNE-PRONE

Fresh Umbrian Clay Mattifying Serum

Fresh Umbrian Clay Mattifying Serum
Fresh Umbrian Clay Mattifying Serum

Fresh has a skincare cult following for good reason. Known for clearing acne-prone skin, this Umbrian Clay serum is no different. Thanks to a uniquely high mineral content, this serum neutralizes acidity while purifying and clarifying your complexion, resulting in camera-ready glow.

SHOP IT: Sephora, $50

Mario Badescu Anti Acne Serum

Mario Badescu Anti Acne Serum
Mario Badescu Anti Acne Serum

With an exfoliating salicylic acid and thyme formula, this serum prevents pimples, and leaves skin smooth and clear. Salicylic acid also helps minimize pores, keeping them clean and building the foundation for ultimate glow.

SHOP IT: Beauty Bay, $33.40

FOR DULL

Sunday Riley C.E.O. Rapid Flash Brightening Serum

Sunday Riley C.E.O. Rapid Flash Brightening Serum
Sunday Riley C.E.O. Rapid Flash Brightening Serum

Powered by advanced vitamin C, this serum quickly targets dull skin to replenish while minimizing signs of aging. A cult favourite, this serum is popular thanks to its illuminating and anti-aging abilities.

SHOP IT: Amazon, $108.80

Glossier Futuredew

Glossier Futuredew
Glossier Futuredew

Looking for a dewy glow that lasts? This oil serum hybrid by Glossier does just the trick. Nourishing oils are paired with powerful plant-based extracts to moisturize and brighten your skin immediately: giving you the glow you want in just one step.

SHOP IT: Glossier, $30

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