11 Hydrating & Brightening Serums That Will Help You Get Glowing Skin
Hydrating and brightening serums are your best bet for attaining that healthy, fresh glow that looks like you got plenty of sleep
Serums are the one part of your skincare routine that you can easily stack and layer as you please. From hydrating serums, brightening serums, to anti-ageing and blemish-targeting serums, there's a whole spectrum to choose from. When it comes to layering your serums, be sure to always layer from light to thick in terms of consistency. And if you really want to lock in their benefits, finish up with an occlusive moisturiser or face oil to seal it in and keep your skin glowing and moisturised.
Now that face masks are optional, it's time to show off your healthy glow. We rounded up eleven hydrating and brightening serums that can help you get the fresh skin of your dreams.
This lightweight and transparent serum help to keep the skin hydrated while fortifying it to make it more resistant against visible ageing from pollution, stress, and fatigue. As it moisturises the skin, it also helps keep it plump and toned with a healthy glow.
Best suited for normal combination skin, this serum instantly and visibly helps to brighten dull skin and promote the skin's natural exfoliation to reveal smooth and retextured skin. Used twice a day, this serum can help boost radiance and smoothen the skin.
This multi-tasking treatment combines anti-ageing plant extracts with turmeric extract that is concentrated in turmerone. The formula helps to firm the skin, visibly smoothes wrinkles, and restores complexion radiance and evenness. Simply rotate the dial to select the appropriate dose for the skin and apply before moisturiser.
This lightweight and intensive concentrate of Japanese White Turmeric and Japanese Spring Turmeric extracts are combined with Vitamin C to help it absorb rapidly into the skin. The multi-beneficial serum not only helps to firm the skin and refine pores, but it also helps reduce the look of dark spots and bring out a more radiant complexion.
Belif's cult-favourite Aqua Bomb now comes in a skin-brightening ampoule and we love how it feels on the face. It's slightly thicker than a typical water formula, but it absorbs easily into the skin. This serum also helps to even out the skin tone and reduce pigmentation.
The hyaluronic acid in this ampoule locks moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and healthy without being sticky. It's also formulated with blue cactus extract, which delivers extra nutrients into the skin.
Using an ultra-light and hydrating gel formula, this serum helps to reduce the appearance of pores and imperfections with its brightening pearl capsules. Enriched with 60 percent of Gold Hibiscus Extract, Niacinamide, and Hyaluronic Acid Serum, this serum gives a dewy finish to the skin and helps protect it from free radicals.
Powered by 15 percent vitamin C, this serum helps to accelerate collagen synthesis in the skin while fighting against signs of UV-induced photoaging for a more radiant complexion.
Formulated with pro-vitamin B5 and pineapple ceramide, this ultra-hydrating serum helps to attract and hold moisture in the skin. Providing up to 24 hours of continuous hydration, this serum also helps to reduce the appearance of uneven texture and fine lines.
This brightening serum contains patented Melasolv, formulated to reduce the appearance of dark spots and reveal a clearer and more translucent skin tone. Those with sensitive skin will be glad to know that its formula is hypoallergenic, making it suitable for even trouble-prone skin types.
This fast-absorbing gel-serum uses Vitamin C and niacinamide to recharge the skin. Its weightless formula helps build collagen within the skin and brightens up tired skin for a more glowing complexion.
This article was last updated on 27 December, 2022.