Wish to elevate your skincare regime? Add a result-oriented serum to your daily rotation. For the uninitiated, this formulation boasts a high concentration of one (or more) active ingredients – making it exceedingly effective. Moreover, a serum's water-like consistency allows it to percolate deep into the skin to address specific concerns, ranging from acne to dehydration. 

Consider this blog to be a crash serum on everything face serums. We take you through the best face serums on Foxtale and tell you how to use them for best results. So read at leisure to make an informed decision. 

 How To Pick A Serum For Your Skincare

To pick a face serum for your routine, you must have infallible knowledge about your skin type and its underlying concerns. Otherwise, choosing skincare becomes like shooting darts in the dark.   

You can consult your dermatologist or use this simple test to conclude.  

1. If your skin appears dry, flaky and uncomfortably tight after cleansing – your skin type is most likely dry.  

2. If you experience unusual greasiness with open pores on the face, chances are that your skin type is oily.  

3. If your T-zone, chin and forehead are always greasy but the cheeks are relatively dry – your skin type is combination.  

4. Prone to out-of-the-blue flare-ups, hives, redness and rashes? Your skin type is sensitive. 

 Best Face Serums On Foxtale

We firmly believe that your skin deserves the best. On that note, here’s a look at the best face serums (mapped into different concerns) on Foxtale. 

1. Vitamin C Serum 

Foxtale’s Vit C serum treats dark spots and pigmentation by controlling melanin synthesis. During the process, it bestows a soft, radiance to your skin – one that no makeup palette can match. But that’s not all. Topical application of our Vitamin C Serum boosts collagen production that helps soften fine lines, wrinkles, laugh creases and more. Get this serum for hyperpigmentation at an attractive price of INR 595. 

More Reasons To Love Our Vitamin C Serum  

> Emollient-rich formula that forms a protective barrier on the skin, warding off pollutants and aggressors. 

>Makes your skin visibly brighter from the first use. 

2. Niacinamide Serum 

If your skin spills sebum like it's nobody’s business – try Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum STAT. This creamy concoct blots excess sebum and prevents clogged pores while ensuring a gorgeous matte finish for the skin. The perfect precursor to your full face of glam, add the Niacinamide Serum to your skincare at INR 545. 

Other Reasons To Love Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum 

> Ensures long-lasting brightening  

> Upholds barrier health to prevent TEWL  

> Oil-free radiance 

> Doubles as a primer  

3. AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum  

Has your skin been looking exceptionally dull and beat? Don’t fret and get your mitts on the AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum by Foxtale. Powered with Salicylic and Glycolic Acids, the formulation buffs away dullness to ensure a single-tone, bright complexion. It also works wonders for the different stages of non-inflammatory and inflammatory acne. Use it thrice a week to cue healthy cellular regeneration while you’re busy counting sheep. 

Other Reasons To Love Our AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum  

> Contains Hyaluronic Acid that improves your skin’s capacity to hold moisture 

> Niacinamide in the formulation helps offset inflammation, redness or rashes 

4. Retinol Anti-Ageing Serum 

Foxtale’s exemplary Retinol Serum helps combat early signs of ageing like fine lines, wrinkles, crow’s feet and more. Unlike its counterparts in the market, our serum uses Encapsulated Retinol that travels into the deepest layers of the skin to break open. Results? No purging! Just youthful, radiant skin. 

Other Reasons To Love Our Retinol Anti-Ageing Serum 

> Ensures an even tone complexion 

> Helps unclog pores and cues healthy regeneration of skin cells 

 How To Make The Most Of Your Face Serum

Once you have picked a face serum based on your underlying skin concerns, here’s how to weave it into your daily routine. 

1. Start By Cleansing: Before administering any serum or treatment to your skin – ensure thorough cleansing. A potent cleanser removes dirt, grime and impurities from the pores, ensuring a healthy microbiome. For folks with dry and sensitive skin, we recommend Foxtale’s Hydrating Face Wash. It contains Sodium Hyaluronate and Red Algae Extracts that serve as a tall drink of water for the skin. Alternatively, people with oily and combination skin can try the Acne Control Face Wash with Salicylic Acid 

2. Serum Application: Once you are through, whip out the serum of your choice. Take 2 to 3 pumps of this formulation and gently dab it onto your skin. Avoid using a heavy hand as it may strain your skin, leading to redness or irritation. 

3. Moisturize Without Fail: After the serum absorbs into the skin, use a moisturizer to seal the treatment! For people with dry and sensitive skin, we recommend our Hydrating Moisturizer with Ceramide. It contains Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer and Olive Oil that ensure multi-level hydration to the skin. Alternatively, for combination and oily skin, the Oil Free Moisturizer by Foxtale is the perfect pick.

3. Sun Protection: Sunscreen is non-negotiable in your daily regime – PERIOD. The formulation shields the skin against harmful UV rays, preventing photoaging, burns, and tanning. If you have dry skin, try Foxtale’s Dewy Sunscreen for formidable sun protection and a delectable, dewy radiance. Alternatively, for oily skin, get your hands on our Mattifying Sunscreen STAT. 

Conclusion: Result-oriented serums help elevate your skincare exponentially. They are lightweight and powered with active ingredients, targeting a gamut of specific concerns. 

 FAQs

 1. Do skin serums work? 

Ans) Absolutely. A serum is super-charged with one or more active ingredients and travels deep into the skin to address specific concerns. 

 2. Is it okay to use skin serums every day? 

Ans) Yes. If you are new to face serum, we recommend conducting a patch test first. 

3. What is the right age for using face serum? 

Ans) There is no cap on age for using face serums.  

Oily skin brings forth many challenges. The never-ending shine on the face, enlarged pores that makeup can’t conceal and even a zit or two on a bad day – the list goes on. But a solid skincare routine can keep these concerns at bay – helping you reach your short and long-term skincare goals.  

In this blog, we take you through the characteristics of oily skin, tips and tricks for maintaining this skin type and provide you with Foxtale products that will elevate your skincare game exponentially. 

What Is Oily Skin?

Oily skin is characterized by overzealous sebaceous glands. This leads to excess greasiness on the face, especially around the T-zone, nose and chin. But tha’s not all. As discussed earlier, oily skin paves the way for other concerns too. 

1. Build-up: The skin lays bare to dirt, pollutants and other impurities, resulting in layer of buildup on top. This buildup makes your skin appear beat or dull and hampers the cellular turnover process at night. 

2. Enlarged Pores: The pesky buildup and excess sebum can clog the pores, making them look massive or enlarged. When aggravated, these pores can turn into whiteheads, blackheads and even acne. 

3. Acne Formation: When bacteria begin to thrive in clogged pores, it leads to acne and inflammation. 

What Can I Apply On Oily Skin?  

Scouting the web for active ingredients that reduce skin greasiness? Here’s a cheat sheet to help you in this endeavor

1. Niacinamide: Far from a single trick pony, Niacinamide soaks up excess and prevents clogged pores – making it a good fit for oily skin.  

2. Hyaluronic Acid: Yes, Hyaluronic Acid! Hydration is vital for all skin types, including oily. So much so that the lack of hydration triggers the sebaceous glands into overdrive mode. Results? More greasiness than before.  

3. Salicylic Acid: Salicylic Acid is the holy grail of oil control. It is a gentle yet effective exfoliant that cuts excess sebum, reduces acne and curbs inflammation – a must-have for oily and acne-prone skin. 

How To Take Care Of Oily Skin? 

Now that you are well-versed in active ingredients that work well for oily skin, it time to build a skincare routine. Follow this simple, 4-step ritual twice a day for glowing, gorgoues skin 

1. Cleansing: Use Acne Control Face Wash with Salicylic Acid first! The gentle formula dislodges dirt, grime, and sebum from the pores without misbalancing your skin’s pH. Salicylic Acid keeps the sebaceous glands in check, alleviates acne and reduces inflammation on the skin. Moreover, Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid in the formulation deeply hydrate and nourish the skin.  

2. Treatment: Once your skin is dry, apply a treatment of your choice. If you want to remove the excess shine from your face, might we recommend Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum? The lightweight formula blurs blemishes and cloaks pores while bestowing a gorgeous matte finish to the skin. Alternatively, if you have active acne or zits, try our Acne Spot Corrector Gel for the problem areas. It contains Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid that shrink acne bumps in 12 hours no more. Additionally, Azelaic Acid targets acne-causing bacteria to reduce the severity and inflammation. 

3. Moisturization: If you have been skipping moisturizer on account of oily skin – it is time to remedy this grave oversight. Moisturization is vital for all skin types, including oily. It forms a protective layer on the skin, sealing in treatment and hydration. Moreover, this step in your daily routine also reduces inflammation, slows down signs of ageing and gives you soft, supple skin. We recommend Foxtale Oil Free Moisturizer for oily skin. Niacinamide at the heart of the formulation blots excess oil for a balanced microbiome. It also contains Hyaluronic Acid and Marine Extracts that replenish your skin’s moisture tank. 

4. Sun Protection: Whether you are staying put or stepping out, sun protection is non-negotiable for the skin. A potent sunscreen safeguards the skin against harmful UV rays, preventing episodes of photoaging, tanning, burns, and pigmentation. For oily skin, we recommend Foxtale Mattifying Sunscreen. This lightweight formula doesn’t clog pores or leave behind a white cast. Talk about a win-win. 

Other Tips And Tricks To Maintain Oily Skin  

Other than investing in the best skincare products for oily skin, here are some tricks and tips to maintain this skin type   

1. Use Blotting Paper: Always use blotting paper to soak up the excess oil from your face.  

2. Look For Alcohol-Free Products: Alcohol in skin care products can irritate your skin,  

3. Don’t Over Cleanse Or Over Exfoliate: You might be tempted but avoid over-washing (or exfoliating) your skin. This can zap natural oils from the skin, making it dry and tight.  

4. Use Gentle And Soothing Formulas: Look for gentle, soothing formulas that are abrasive on your skin.  

5. Check The Label For Non-Comedogenic Value Marker: While shopping for skincare, ensure that all the products are non-comedogenic i.e. they don’t clog pores. Bearing this point in mind will help prevent episodes of whiteheads, blackheads and even acne. 

Conclusion: Oily skin has many challenges, ranging from a never-ending shine to enlarged pores to frequent breakouts. However, with the right skincare routine, one can bid farewell to these woes and achieve their goals. To help you in this exercise, we are bringing you the best skincare products for oily skin on Foxtale. We also help you with tips and tricks to maintain this skin type. 

FAQs 

1. How do I fix my oily skin? 

We recommend following a foolproof skincare twice daily to care for oily skin. 

2. What to apply for oily skin? 

Use active ingredients like Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid on your oily skin. 

3. I have oily skin and experience frequent breakouts. What products should I use? 

-Cleanse with Acne Control Face Wash with Salicylic Acid 

-Treat with Acne Spot Corrector Gel  

-Moisturize with Oil Free Moisturizer 

-Sun Protect using Foxtale’s Mattifying Sunscreen 

4. What is the best toner for oily skin> 

Try Foxtale’s Exfoliating Toner for oily or acne prone skin. 

5. What is the best Salicylic Acid Serum? 

Try Foxtale’s AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum with Salicylic Acid. It removes buildup, clear acne and tightens pores while ensuring a smooth, bright surface. 

Whether you are fighting dullness, enlarged pores or active acne – a potent AHA BHA serum can guarantee visible results for your skin. This formulation helps dissolve dirt, dead cells and debris (or any kind of buildup possible) to ensure a clean, bright surface that is shy of texture. 

Still wondering whether to add an AHA BHA-based serum into your routine? You have landed on the right page. This blog introduces you to skincare acids (Alpha Hydroxy Acid and Beta Hydroxy Acids), lists their many benefits and busts the myths surrounding their use. 

What Are AHAs?  

AHA (or Alpha Hydroxy Acids) are active ingredients that slough off your skin’s outermost layer. You can use these acids to improve your skin’s texture, fight ageing lines and fade dark spots. Some of the most common AHAs are Glycolic Acid and Lactic Acid.  

Glycolic Acid: Glycolic Acid boasts small molecules, making it easier for the ingredient to pass through the lipid barrier. 

What Are BHAs?  

BHA or Beta Hydroxy Acids are ingredients that dislodge buildup from deep inside the pores. These actives are oil soluble unlike their counterparts a.k.a. AHAs. Some of the most popular BHAs are Salicylic Acid, Tropic Acid and so forth. 

Salicylic Acid: The oil-soluble active possesses anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and astringent properties. 

The Best AHA BHA Serum 

Naturally, an Aha Bha serum braces you with the best of both worlds, targeting numerous skin concerns. If you believe your skin deserves the best (like we do), try Foxtale’s AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum for your skincare rotation. The innovative, gentle formula contains Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid that remove buildup for a renewed glow. Here are all the reasons why this serum is a must-have for your vanity  

1. Oil Control: Salicylic Acid in the high-performing serum cuts excess sebum for a balanced microbiome. If you have oily skin, this serum should be on your radar.  

2. Minimizes Pores: Salicylic Acid and Niacinamide in the formula prevent clogged pores, minimizing their appearance.  

3. Treats Whiteheads, Blackheads And Acne: Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid remove dirt, debris and dead cells, reducing clogged pores. This helps prevent pesky whiteheads and blackheads. Additionally, Salicylic Acid has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, making it the perfect remedy for active acne.  

4. Ensures A Bright Surface: Glycolic Acid exfoliates your skin’s outermost layer and cues healthy cell turnover. Use the serum to enhance your skin’s glow overnight.  

5. Fades Acne Spots And Blemishes: Salicylic Acid possesses mild astringent properties and reduces acne spots.  

6. Hydration For The Skin: Unlike several AHA BHA serums, our formula is extremely gentle. It doesn’t dry out the dermis, not even in the slightest. Moreover, Hyaluronic Acid in the serum ensures sustained hydration for the skin. 

7. Upholds Barrier Health: This non-drying and non-tingling formula promotes a healthy barrier. Niacinamide in the creamy serum bolsters the lipid barrier and doubles down on hydration by preventing TEWL or transepidermal water loss. 

When Should You Use The AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum?

Now that you are well-versed in the many benefits of the AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum, it’s time to add it to your skincare. A rookie mistake (committed by most seasoned enthusiasts) is using the serum daily. That’s right. Using the AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum thrice a week at night works wonders for your skin. 

Why Should I Use The AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum At Night? 

While there are no hard and fast rules, we recommend using the AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum at night. Here’s why  

1. At night, your lipid barrier (or acid mantle) is more permeable, allowing treatments or serums to percolate deeper with much ease.  

2. Your skin has a circadian rhythm. This means that the skin prioritizes repair and regeneration when you are getting some shut-eye. Foxtale’s AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum helps in this endeavour by shedding dead cells and ensuring healthy turnover.  

3. The topical use of the AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum generates new skin cells. However, continued exposure to the sun can damage these cells, accelerating skin ageing. Therefore, it is recommended that one use the AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum at night. 

Can I Use The AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum Daily? 

No. Although our AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum is gentle and soothing – you shouldn’t reach out for it more than thrice a week. Using the serum daily can lead to over-exfoliation which zaps natural oils from the dermis. It can make your skin dry, and uncomfortably tight and even cause inflammation. 

What Skin Types Need The AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum? 

Another misconception about exfoliating serums is that only people with oily or acne-prone skin need it. This couldn’t be further from the truth. All skin types, be it dry or sensitive, demand regular exfoliation. This process not only helps steer clear of the above skin concerns but also ensures better absorption of your serums (like vitamin c serum) and moisturizers. 

What Is The Best Way To Use The AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum?

Use the following steps to integrate Foxtale’s AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum into your weekly skincare  

1. Start With Cleanser: Use the Acne Control Face Wash to dislodge dirt, grime and debris from the pores. Salicylic Acid at the heart of the formula blots excess oil, shrinks acne and soothes inflammation. Alternatively, if you have dry (or sensitive skin), try the Hydrating Face Wash. It contains Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid) and Red Algae Extract that improve your skin’s water-holding abilities.  

2. Apply The Treatment: After dabbing your face dry, use 2 to 3 pumps of the AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum. Be cautious around sensitive areas like the eyes and mouth. Always use a light hand to avoid any strain on the skin.  

3. Moisturize And Seal: Next, use a suitable moisturizer to help seal in the treatment and hydration. For dry and sensitive skin, we recommend Foxtale’s Hydrating Moisturizer with Ceramides. Alternatively, for oily and combination skin, try the Oil Free Moisturizer.  

4. Sun Protect, Following Morning: Don’t skimp on sunscreen the next morning. A potent sunscreen forms a protective barrier on the skin, preventing photoaging, pigmentation, burns and tanning. 

Contrary to common misconception, hydration is vital for all skin types - including oily. That’s right. Unfortunately, the excessive grease (or sebum) on the face doesn’t compensate for the lack of water in your skin’s outermost layer.  

This blog explores the different benefits of hydration and how it maintains a balanced microbiome in oily skin. We then help you with the best products on Foxtale that clinches the balance of oil control and deep hydration. So, keep scrolling ahead. 

 But First, What Is Hydration? 

In simple terms, the process of hydration binds water molecules to the skin for its soft, supple and taut appearance. The best way to ensure regular hydration to the skin is by using humectant-infused products in your morning and nighttime skincare. Common examples of humectants include Hyaluronic Acid, Lactic Acid, Glycerin and more. 

 What Are The Many Benefits Of Hydration? 

1. It reinforces the lipid barrier: Adequate hydration is crucial for a healthy, sturdy barrier. For those unaware, the lipid or skin barrier serves as the first wall of defence for your body. It tactfully averts free radicals, UV rays, pollutants and other aggressors.  

2. It offsets inflammation and redness: Hydration also helps offset episodes of inflammation, redness and rashes. Additionally, hydrated skin heals faster from nicks, cuts and more.

3. It restores your skin’s youthful appearance: Regular hydration is vital for your skin’s youthful appearance. It helps soften fine lines, wrinkles, crow’s feet and more.

4. It gives a soft radiance to your skin: If your skin has been looking tired and dull, chances are that it is dehydrated. Use a hydrating serum, followed by a rich moisturizer to get your glow on.

5. Combats dryness and flakiness: Ample hydration also ensures an even texture for the skin by banishing dry, flaky patches and spots.

 Why Is Hydration Important For Oily Skin?

We know that oily skin is characterized by overzealous sebaceous glands, leaving a never-ending slick on the face. Furthermore, when this skin’s water reservoir starts running low – it triggers these oil glands into overdrive. Results? Even greasier skin. 

This is why regular and sustained hydration is non-negotiable for oily skin too. It helps maintain a balanced microbiome.  

How To Hydrate Oily Skin?

Looking for a hydrating routine for oily skin? We’ve got you. Scroll ahead for the best skincare products for oily skin that hit the bull’s eye – ensure hydration and curb sebum production. 

1. Acne Control Face Wash: Use Foxtale’s Acne Control Face Wash to cleanse your face gently. Salicylic Acid at the heart of this formulation cuts excess sebum, unclogs pores and alleviates acne. Moreover, the presence of Hyaluronic Acid ensures long-lasting and multi-level hydration to the skin. 

2. Niacinamide Serum: Want oil-free radiance for 8 hours at a stretch? Make BFFs with our Niacinamide Serum STAT. The lightweight formula blots greasiness and prevents clogged pores while ensuring a brightening effect for the skin. The best part? Skincare workhorse Niacinamide also upholds the lipid barrier to prevent TEWL or transepidermal water loss. 

Alternatively, use the AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum to dissolve stubborn build-up and impurities. Powered with Glycolic and Salicylic Acid, the formulation reduces acne, whiteheads and blackheads while bestowing the skin with a soft radiance. 

3. Oil Free Moisturizer: Without moisturization, all efforts for great skin are vain. A potent moisturizer creates a protective seal on the skin, locking in the treatment and hydration. And for greasy skin, we recommend Foxtale’s Oil Free Moisturize for your vanity. Infused with Niacinamide, the non-comedogenic formulation soothes acne and inflammation while ensuring regulated sebum production. Moreover, the cream contains Hyaluronic Acid, Red and Blue-Green Algae Extracts that improve your skin’s capacity to hold water. 

 4. Mattifying Sunscreen: Add Foxtale’s Mattifying Sunscreen to your vanity STAT. The featherlight SPF ensures formidable sun protection, preventing sunburns, tanning and episodes of photoaging. Formulated for oily, combination and acne-prone skin, this sunscreen contains Niacinamide that regulates sebum to ensure a balanced microbiome. 

Conclusion: Hydration is crucial for all skin types, including oily. In fact, the lack of moisture content in your skin’s outermost layer cues the sebaceous glands into overdrive mode – leading to more greasiness. To keep these concerns at bay, one must adhere to a solid morning and nighttime skincare. Start with a hydrating cleanser for oily skin that removes dirt, grime and impurities from the pores while serving as a tall glass of water for the skin. Follow up with a concern-led treatment and seal it in with a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer. Finally, apply a generous dollop of your favourite oily skin sunscreen for best results. 

FAQs

1. How to fix dehydrated oily skin? 

To fix dehydrated, oily skin, pick products that regulate sebum production while replenishing your skin’s moisture bank. 

2. What moisturizer is the best for oily skin? 

Try Foxtale’s Oil Free Moisturizer STAT. The lightweight formula calms acne and inflammation while ensuring sustained hydration for the skin. 

3. How to improve my skin’s hydration? 

Stick to a morning/nighttime hydrating routine for your skin’s soft, supple appearance. Additionally, you can try these steps 

Balanced diet  

Ample water consumption 

Gentle, lightweight skin formulas  

Avoid hot water/showers  

Reduce caffeine intake 

Use a humidifier (in cold weather) 

 4. Does oily skin need Hyaluronic Acid? 

Absolutely. The topical application of Hyaluronic Acid helps bind water molecules to the skin for its long-lasting and multi-level hydration.  

 Is Niacinamide good for oily skin? 

Yes! Niacinamide helps absorb excess oil and prevents clogged pores – making it the perfect fix for folks with oily or acne-prone skin. 

5.  What serum is the best for oily skin?

 Use Foxtale’s AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum thrice a week at night. The formula carries Glycolic and Salicylic Acids in the forefront that help dissolve gunk, grime and impurities for rejuvenated skin. 

 6. What are some tips to control oily skin?

Use gentle, oil-free formulas

Avoid overwashing and over-exfoliation

Don’t skimp on moisturizer

Always wear sunscreen

Avoid touching your face too much

Don’t pop pimples or acne eruptions (in case you get any)