5 Best Skin Serums, According to beautyheaven Editors

Serums are a non-negotiable part of any beauty editor’s skin care regimen. Often infused with active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and vitamins (think A through to E) a serum is your go-to guy for targeting specific skin concerns and seeing visible results.
But in the overwhelming world of beauty products, where do you even start? Our team of beauty editors revealed their top skin concerns and the serums they swear by to help them.
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bh’s Ellie: Ultraceuticals Ultra B2 Hydrating Serum
“Towards the tail end of winter I got introduced to the Ultraceuticals Ultra B2 Hydrating Serum and oh BOY did it do my skin a solid. It’s smooth and silky to apply and is packed with hydrating heroes (vitamin B5, hyaluronic acid and vitamin B3) that work to plump up your skin. It basically brought my skin back from the (dry and dehydrated) dead. I love it and would recommend it to anyone who needs a boost of moisture.”
bh’s Kate: Medik8 Hydr8 B5 Liquid Rehydration Serum
“I've always thought my skin was super oily. Like, whenever it gets to 3pm my forehead has more shine than a Christmas ornament. For this reason I always tried to avoid any skin care products with words like 'hydration' in the title, as I figured that these products would just give my skin more moisture and therefore, more grease. But on a recent visit to a leading skin expert in Sydney (stay tuned for the video!) I learned the truth about my skin. It wasn't actually as oily as I thought – in fact, it was really, really thirsty and needed hydration in order to balance the oil production. I was instructed to start using this serum and I cannot believe the difference in my skin! I've definitely noticed less grease and way less breakouts thanks to giving my skin a good dose of h20. I now use it morning and night and have gone through multiple bottles of the stuff. My skin care regimen will never be without it again.” Find Medik8 Hydr8 B5 Liquid Rehydration Serum at adorebeauty.com.au
bh’s Katie: Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II
“I read so much hype about the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II that I had to try it for myself. I have been using it for a couple of months now and I just love the results I've seen so far. I apply it to my face every night before my moisturiser and after I cleanse. Now that I've left my twenties I've been investing in quality skin care products that help fight the signs of premature ageing. I like to do my research before I invest and the ingredients in this one really ticked a lot of boxes for me. This serum has really helped with my skin tone and while I don't have many fine lines to target, I really feel like my skin glows after using this product. It is definitely one that will be staying on my skin care shelf.”
bh’s Jordy: Anumi Miracle Recovery Concentrate
“As a fan of scientifically driven and results based formulas, I never really saw myself being a fan of a natural serum. Honestly, it had a lot to do with the fact that I didn’t think I would see results. But after using Anumi Miracle Recovery Concentrate I was a genuine fan. I suffer from spurts of eczema in winter and VERY dry skin and the natural ingredients, squalane and vitamin E soothed my eczema while still being deeply hydrating. It has a luxurious texture that I layered over with a heavy moisturiser and I would wake up with plumper skin that was perfectly primed for my makeup."
bh’s Sophie: Clinique Moisture Surge Hydrating Super Charged Concentrate
"I love the Clinique Moisture Surge Hydrating Super Charged Concentrate! My skin is really dehydrated after coming off Roaccutane, but since it's still acne prone – I always struggle to find a serum that's hydrating, without breaking me out. I've noticed that my skin is definitely plumper and less dry/ flaky since using this serum. I swear by it!"
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I do like a good serum and Ultraceuticals serums seem to be consistently good
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Kate, I love your comments about the serum & oily skin. Its interesting isn't it = when you find a good serum your skin looks better and more hydrated- less oily.
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I love reading the recommendations of skincare from BH staff. You all have such lovely skin! Thanks for sharing :)
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I love Advanced Night Repair but my skin hasn’t looked better since double cleansing, layering my sunscreen, moisturising and applying tretinoin at night.
I use Aldi Skin Science Hyaluronic Acid serum and it’s quite lovely!
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I've never heard of these but they sound great!
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I've been really enjoying using Lancome's Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Serum lately - it leaves my skin feeling so soft, smooth and supple.
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That anumi one is incredibly effective on my skin - my bottle is empty!
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Got a sample sachet of the Estee Lauder serum, giving it a go tonight and will see how skin goes next couple of days! would be interesting to try the other suggestions from this post
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These all sound absolutely fabulous. The BH team sure know what's the bees knees :)
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I loved Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II Serum. I would use it religiously every week. But with cost cutting, I won't be buying it for a while!
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I've used EL Complex II and it is very pricy but does what it says.
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wooo, all of these sound superb! I loved the most with biggest fastest result so far ever (talking 3-4 days here!) is Elizabeth Arden's ceramide capsule serum
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I have samples of 3 of these serums! It seems like it's all about the B vitamins.
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Going to look into purchasing one of these products. EL is top of my list based on reviews.
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Currently using other brand of Hyaluronic acid + B5 serum. I think my skin starts to dry up when I hit the age of 30. I really need a very good hydration support for my skin.
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I tried 3 out of 5 (ultraceuticals, estee lauder and clinique) and they are all great picks!! Well done.
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My major skin concern is ageing snd fine lines. I'm currently finishing off The Ordinary Skin Buffet serum which has been pretty good especially for the price, but my fave still has to be Keihls midnight recovery serum that leaves my skin glowing
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I love the Estee Lauder one.
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I had a sample of a Estee Lauder one a while back & I've another one to go through it's OK but not too crash hot on it. The other products sound OK but nothing is really popping out to me.
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I've used Ultraceuticals for a while and i love it, perfect for my skin. A little pricey but its my splurge
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The clinique one seems pretty good
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I haven't tried any of these!
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Some good product suggestions. Will try a couple.
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I want a serum that will brighten my skin and reduce pigmentation
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Me too!!! That’s my biggest skincare concern, pigmentation and uneven skin tone .
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