Cream, gel, serum, mousse: which texture is best for each skin type? – GOOD SHAPE

When choosing the products that will be part of your skincare routine, in addition to analyzing the active ingredients they contain, it is necessary to take into account their textures, since they play an important role in relation to the cosmetic’s action on the skin. .

“The texture reflects which is the main vehicle used in the product and, to obtain a better result in the treatment, it is necessary to adapt it to the patient’s skin type”, says dermatologist Dr. Fabiana Seidl.

Today, on the shelves of pharmacies, perfumeries and markets, it is possible to find cosmetics with different textures, the most famous of which are: serum, gel, gel-cream, cream, oil and mousse. But after all, which is the best for each skin type? How does each act? Let’s explain!

Cream

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Indicated for dry and dehydrated skin, the cream is a dense vehicle that provides more resistance and hydration for the skin.

“This texture is concentrated in amount of actives and rich substances that deeply nourish the skin. Creams and lotions are usually what we call a direct emulsion, i.e. an oil-in-water dispersion that allows the delivery of active. No matter how many oils are included in the formula, the sensory is usually lighter than that of a pure oil due to the presence of water”, he clarifies. Wendel SantosLancôme skincare specialist.

Gel and cream-gel

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Because they are lighter, these two vehicles are perfect for those with combination or oily skin. Made from water, the gel is a viscous, fast-absorbing and oil-free product.

“The gels are easy to apply, form a dry film on the skin and can provide that feeling of freshness. It is ideal for combination, oily and acne-prone skin”, points out Wendel.

The gel-cream is a mixture of the two textures. “It manages to be a lightweight, quick-drying product that does not pose the risk of leaving the skin looking dry. So it’s great for people with combination skin,” says Dr. Fabian.

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The serum can also deliver good results on skin that does not tolerate oiliness, according to Dr. Fernanda Nichelle, specialist in aesthetic medicine.

In general, cosmetics with this texture usually have high concentrations of actives, which allows for a more intense and deeper treatment. “It has a high concentration of active substances, is fluid and non-greasy, easy to spread, ensuring rapid and deep absorption”, emphasizes the Lancôme skincare specialist.

Mousse

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Dermatologist Dr. Fabiana Seidl reports that the mousse has the consistency of foam and promotes a more velvety touch.

According to Dr. Fernanda Nichelle, one of the great advantages of this vehicle is its easy application. In addition, it can be rich in both moisturizing and lighter actives, depending on the objective to be achieved. For this reason, Wendel Santos claims that this texture is interesting for all skin types, including those with excessive oiliness.