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Best Serums for Clear Skin – A Simple Framework

by ThankMeNow Editors on Sep 11, 2025
Serums are the skin’s most powerful yet misunderstood allies — light in texture but rich in transformative science. Whether you’re battling oil, dullness, or post-blemish marks, choosing the right serum can reshape your skin’s rhythm. Niacinamide balances redness and oil; salicylic acid clears clogged pores; azelaic acid brightens lingering scars; and vitamin C or gentle AHAs restore radiant clarity. This dermatologist-approved framework reveals how to layer, when to pause, and what to avoid for real, barrier-safe results. With ingredient-based tables, gender-specific insights, and science-backed routines, this guide helps you build a serum wardrobe that works in harmony, not competition. Because your skin deserves patience, not punishment — and consistency glows louder than filters ✨