Best Serums
Ranked by 10,368 mentions across Reddit
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Recommendations
Reddit’s top pick for Serum
Azelaic Acid Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum
See alternatives10% azelaic serum that calms redness and pimples; can sting compromised skin.
Shop by concern or skin type
Sensitive Skin
85 products
Dry Skin
48 products
Dehydration
44 products
Oily Skin
41 products
Hyperpigmentation
38 products
Anti-Aging
27 products
Redness/Irritation
26 products
Skin Barrier
25 products
Combination Skin
23 products
Texture/Pores
23 products
Acne
21 products
Brightening
20 products
Rosacea
9 products
Dullness
6 products
Eczema
2 products
Community take
The Reddit community highly values serums that effectively soothe redness and irritation, often favoring products with azelaic acid and centella asiatica. Hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid are also popular for combating dehydration. Good serums tend to balance active ingredients for targeted skin concerns, especially for sensitive or irritated skin.
What works
- Look for serums containing azelaic acid or centella asiatica for their redness and irritation soothing benefits.
- Prioritize serums with hydrating ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and beta-glucan to address dehydration.
- Vitamin C with supportive antioxidants like vitamin E and ferulic acid is recommended for brightening and antioxidant protection.
Watch out for
- Avoid serums that may exacerbate redness or irritation, especially if your skin is sensitive.
- Be cautious with potent active ingredients like high concentration vitamin C which can trigger irritation for some users.
- Some serums might not deliver promised hydration or barrier support if not formulated with effective moisturizing agents.
