How to Select a Skin Serum for Oily and Dry Skin? 

How to Select a Skin Serum for Oily and Dry Skin? 

A skin serum is a lightweight moisturizer that helps rejuvenate the skin. It features important nutrients that help make the skin more radiant and glowing. It can be applied any time of the day. One may apply it during the daytime to give a boost of nutrition to one’s skin or during the night-time skincare routine to let the skin serum work its charm overnight.

When it comes to oily skin, a good skincare regime should include an oil-clarifying face wash, gel-based moisturizer, clay face mask, etc. For dry skin, you need a gentle face wash, cream-based moisturizer, face oil, etc. But there is still one skincare product that remains constant and is a must-add-on to your list – skin serum. 

It would improve the skin texture and make it more radiant. This translucent preparation would also reduce the dull skin texture and brighten it up. If you have been searching for economical and effective skin serums, you should opt for Asia’s first Made Safe certified brand- Mamaearth. It features a wide range of FDA-approved serums made of Niacinamide, Tea Tree, and Vitamin C for your skin type (oily, dry, or normal).

Which is the best skin serum for dry skin?

Identifying skin type is one of the foremost important things when picking the most suitable skincare products. The most common skin types are oily & dry, which require the opposite skincare routine.

We thus recommend that you consider the following skincare products 

  1. Rice Face Serum With Rice Water & Niacinamide for Glass Skin

 
Koreans’ go-to skincare ingredient ‘Rice Water’ now comes in the form of serum! Made with Rice Water, Niacinamide, Black Oats & Hyaluronic Acid, the Rice Face Serum is ideal for dry skin. In addition, it helps in brightening up the skin by reducing pigmentation and blemishes. The lightweight formula & non-sticky formula makes it perfect for morning and night skincare.

Major features:-

  • Provides 24-hr hydration
  • Reduces dark spots
  • Non-greasy formula
  • Made-safe certified
  1. Garden of Glow Essence Serum with Vitamin C & Passion Fruit for Skin Illumination


Named the ‘Garden of Glow,’ this is an essential skin serum that is a concentrated water-based product. Being much lighter than a normal serum, it has the power to penetrate deeply into the skin and directly provide nourishment to the skin cells. 

The goodness of Vitamin C and Passionfruit helps improve the skin texture and makes skin look luminous and smooth. It is one of the best products to use on dry & dehydrated skin to bid farewell to dull skin and welcome youthful, glowing skin. 

Tip: For better results, wash your face using a skin whitening face wash, apply the serum, wait for a minute, and finish off with sunscreen.

Major features:-

  • Delays signs of aging
  • Illuminates the skin
  • Promotes even skin tone
  • Plumps and softens skin
  • Deeply hydrates and restores glow
  1. Ubtan Face Serum with Turmeric & Saffron for Skin Brightening


The Ayurvedic formula of the traditional Ubtan is age-old Indian skincare. This face serum has the good benefits of the strong duo – Turmeric and Saffron to give you that intense hydration. 

This lightweight serum can fight off harmful UV rays and make skin supple and healthy. In addition, you can pair it up with an Ubtan oil-free moisturizer before heading out!


Major features:-

  • Protects from sun damage
  • Reduces signs of aging
  • Adds natural glow & radiance
  • Maintains skin’s lipid barrier
  1. Skin Illuminate Face Serum for Radiant Skin with Vitamin C and Turmeric


A combination of Vitamin C & Turmeric, the skin serum is a powerhouse of antioxidants. In addition, this face serum combats dark spots, prevents melanin production, and reduces fine lines and early signs of aging. 

It is also helpful in reducing crow’s feet near the eye area and smile lines. Turmeric, the most-loved ingredient in the kitchen, also holds a special place in skincare. The product gives instant, long-lasting, brightened, and glowing skin.

Major features:-

  • Radiating glow
  • Soothes redness & irritation
  • Boosts collagen production
  • Makes skin firm 
  • Provides a long-lasting glow

Best skin serum for oily skin


1. Aloe Vera Sunscreen Serum


Sunscreen protects from harmful UV rays that can cause redness and tanning on your skin. This sunscreen is in a serum form leaves no white cast and feels super light on the skin. It provides hydration for up to 24 hours and blocks sun rays with SPF 55 PA+++.

Summertime means sweat that will wash away the goodness you apply to your skin. But Mamaearth serums are sweat-proof and water-resistant, so you stay protected no matter what. In addition, the serum gets effortlessly absorbed into the skin, giving you the perfect summer shine.


Major features:-

  • Hydrates & nourishes the skin
  • Minimizes acne marks
  • Gives a youthful glow
  • Protects from sun damage

2. Tea Tree Face Serum


Tea Tree is an antiseptic herb that is known for its ability to combat oily skin and sebum control. In addition, it is a powerhouse of antioxidants and ranks as a natural and possibly the best remedy to control acne. 

Mamaearth Tea Tree Serum has additional goodness of Salicylic acid that gently unclogs the pores & restores a healthy skin to its natural habitat.


Major features:-

  • Skin clarifying and oil clearance
  • Prevents acne breakouts
  • Soothes any sign of irritation
  • Reduces whiteheads & blackheads
  • Regulates sebum production

3. Neem & Salicylic Face Serum


This essence serum is formulated with concentrated ingredients like Neem and Salicylic Acid. It can penetrate deep into the skin and treat the skin cells directly. However, with excessive oil production, pores tend to get clogged, which ultimately leads to those unwanted acne breakouts. 

It helps remove excess sebum and oil. The serum also removes the dead skin cells that accumulate on the surface and helps you have clearer skin.


Major features:-

  • Has anti-inflammatory properties
  • Reduces acne breakouts
  • Provides skin hydration 
  • Improves the skin texture
  • Lessens pigmentation & brightens skin
  • Exfoliates dead cells from the skin

How to use these skin serums? 

Here are some tips for using Mamaearth Serums to get the best results:-

  • Identify your skin type
  • Pick the perfect serum that serves your skin problems
  • Apply it during daytime as well as night-time
  • Always clean your face with a face cleanser or try a skin whitening face wash before applying the serum
  • Slather your skin with a handful of serum and let it absorb on its own

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Summing up!

We recommend you also take care of your skin by following better-advised lifestyle practices like maintaining an active schedule and proper sleep every night. It would also serve your better to stay too noble for anger and stress because they also strain your facial structure and reduce your attractiveness.

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