6. Taking the Mystery Out of Toners and Serums with a Holistic Skincare Lens

Join esthetician Emily Davis as she demystifies the world of skincare through her holistic lens.

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* Discussion Highlights:

* Tonics/Toners/Mists:

* Serve as aqueous solutions post-cleansing.

* Prepare skin for absorption of subsequent skincare products.

* Offer various benefits like hydration, clarifying, and soothing.

* Can replace serums in minimalist skincare routines.

* Hydrosols:

* Natural aromatic plant waters produced through steam distillation of plants.

* Sustainable, gentle alternatives to essential oils in skincare.

* Easily made at home using fresh/dried plant materials and basic equipment.

* Serums:

* Contain higher concentrations of active ingredients.

* Various types including retinoids, vitamin C, niacinamide, and mushrooms.

* Considerations for synthetic versus natural sources and their effects on skin health.

* Incorporating Tonics and Serums:

* Use toner in the morning post-cleansing, followed by serum and moisturizer.

* Experiment with different tonics and serums to find what suits individual skin needs.

* Layer serums based on consistency and allow time for absorption between layers.

* Some ingredients like retinoids and less stable vitamin C derivatives are recommended for nighttime use.

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