Creams or Serums? Find out what your skin really needs

At Gold Tree Cosmetics, we believe that healthy, radiant skin requires a holistic approach. Our range of products includes both creams and serums, designed to work together to deliver exceptional results. But what are the differences between creams and serums and how do you choose the right one for your skin?

In the following article we will explain what makes them unique and how to use them to maximize their benefits.

What Are Creams and Serums? The First Step to Take Care of Your Skin.

CREAMS

Creams are denser formulations that combine water and oils to moisturize, protect and treat the skin primarily on its surface. Their rich, mourishing texture acts as a barrier that prevents moisture loss and protects against external aggressors, such as pollution and dry weather.   

• Main function: Hydration and protection.
• Ideal for: Dry skin, sensitive skin or as a final step in any routine

SERUMS

Serums, on the other hand, are light products that are highly concentrated in a active ingredients or principles. They are designed to penetrate deep into the layers of the skin and treat specific problems such as wrinkles, spots or sagging. If you want to learn more about what active ingredients are, we invite you to read our article Active ingredients in cosmetics: the secret behind radiant skin and how to choose the ideal product for you.

• Main function: Specific treatments and intensive repair.
• Ideal for: Skin that needs targeted solutions and visible results.

KEY DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CREAMS AND SERUMS

HOW DO THEY WORK TOGETHER?

Instead of having to choose between creams and serums, the key to a truly effective skincare routine is to use them in a complementary way. Although both products have different purposes, together they can work in synergy to boost results and deliver healthier, more hydrated and balanced skin.

Serums are light and concentrated products designed to penetrate deep into the inner layers of the skin. Thanks to their formula rich in powerful active ingredients, such as vitamins, antioxidants or hyaluronic acid, serums can address specific skin concerns, such as hydration, dark spots, fine lines or signs of aging. These active ingredients are smaller and more effective, allowing them to reach the deeper layers, where they can really do their work.

Creams, on the other hand, act primarily on the surface of the skin. Their main function is to seal in the hydration provided by serums and create a protective barrier that prevents water loss. Additionally, many creams are formulated with emollients and lipids that help soften the skin, improve its texture, and protect it from external factors such as pollution or weather.

The trick is to understand how these two products complement each other. Serums work “from the inside out”, offering an intensive treatment that addresses specific skin problems at a cellular level. Creams, on the other hand, reinforce this action “from the outside in”, sealing in hydration, strengthening the skin barrier, and ensuring that the serum’s active ingredients don’t escape. This combined approach ensures healthier, balanced, and protected skin.
Using both products in your routine, in the right order—serum first, followed by cream—maximizes the benefits and helps your skin get the attention it needs at all levels.

ALL-IN-ONE ROUTINE: HYDRATION, PROTECTION AND REPAIR WITH GOLD TREE COSMETICS

At Gold Tree Cosmetics, we understand that your skincare routine should be practical, effective and, above all, tailored to your lifestyle. That’s why our range of products is specially formulated to be used both day and night, giving you the flexibility of an all-in-one routine. Our products are designed with high-quality ingredients that not only moisturize and protect your skin during the day but also repair and regenerate while you sleep

You often ask us about the best combinations of serum and creams, so we want to share with you an option that you can try with Gold Tree Cosmetics productos. However, it is important to remember that each skin is unique, and depending on its specific needs, some products may be more effective than others. 

Below we show you a combination of Gold Tree Cosmetics serum + cream that you can adapt to your skincare routine!!

Combines Deep Hydration and All-Day Protection: “Absolute Hyaluronic 4D Serum” + “Collagen + Hyaluronic - 4D Firming Cream”

* Absolute Hyaluronic 4D Serum: This lightweight serum is the key to deep hydration. Its advanced formula with 4D hyaluronic acid of multiple molecular weights acts on the deepest layers of the skin, providing hydration that lasts all day. By penetrating quickly, this serum prepares the skin to take the next step in your routine, leaving a fresh, soft base ready for whatever comes next.

If you want to learn more about the advantages of 4D hyaluronic acid, we invite you to read our article 4D Hyaluronic Acid vs. Traditional Hyaluronic Acid: The Revolution in Cosmetics Your Skin Needs

* Collagen + Hyaluronic - 4D Firming Cream: To seal in that hydration and take an extra step in protecting your skin, the Collagen + Hyaluronic - 4D Firming Cream is perfect. Its powerful combination of collagen and hyaluronic acid helps improve skin firmness and elasticity, while its 4D protection formula acts as a barrier against environmental factors that can damage your skin, such as pollution and the sun. This cream not only keeps hydration intact, but reinforces the skin barrier, leaving skin soft, supple and protected all day long.

Why is this combination perfect?By using these two products together, you create a deep hydration base that prepares the skin to face the day. The serum works on tje inner layers of the skin, while the cream seals in that hydration and provides continuous defense against external factors. Together, they offer comprehensive care that leaves the skin fresh, radiant and protected, without leaving it feeling greasy or heavy.

Both creams and serums play a vital role in skin care. While creams moisturize and protect, serums target specific concerns from within. At Gold Tree Cosmetics, we offer products that combine the best of both worlds, allowing you to customize your routine and achieve your skincare goals effectively and sustainably.

Start discovering the power of a complete routine with our serums and creams today. Your skin will thank you!!