How to layer serums

Your Complete Guide to Serum Layering

Ever wondered whether you can use multiple skincare products together? Or are you just overwhelmed by the amount of information available out there? Hi I'm Elaine, a pharmacist and founder of Melvory. In this article, we explore three frequently used serums essential to any skincare routine.


  • We will explore whether the serums cancel each other out.
  • Would they overwhelm the skin? 
  • What order should I apply my serums for maximum benefits?
Melvory Serums for hydration, pore refinement, and skin brightening

Melvory's serums contain active ingredients with high efficacy, so it’s natural to wonder whether using multiple serums might overwhelm your skin or disturb its balance.


You will be happy to know that not only can you use all three serums in the Triple Renewal Anti-ageing Set together, but they are designed to work together for optimal results. 

What Makes Melvory's Serums Unique?

Melvory’s Hyperboost® serums are designed to give you professional, clinical-grade results from the comfort of your home. All without having to step inside a skin clinic. 


No appointments, travel time or waiting rooms. Just effective skincare that's easy to use. 

Melvory's Exclusive DewyDrops™ Technology

When you dispense Melvory’s Hyperboost® serums, you will notice beautiful bubbles suspended in the formulation. These bubbles aren't just for show (although we love how pretty they look!).


This is Melvory's exclusive DewyDrops™ technology, where actives are encapsulated within natural spheres that melt on contact with your skin. 


This innovative system protects the active ingredients inside each capsule, ensuring they don’t break down or lose their potency before it is absorbed. 


This means you are getting the full benefit of each drop of serum, every time you apply it.

Meet the Triple Renewal Anti-Ageing Set

Vitamin C 10% Hyperboost® Serum

This is your brightening and anti-ageing powerhouse. 


Vitamin C is celebrated for its strong anti-inflammatory properties that work to:


  • Lighten sun spots and hyperpigmentation

  • Soften the appearance of fine lines

  • Brighten overall skin tone

  • Reverse visible signs of ageing

  • Protect against environmental stressors

Think of Melvory's Vitamin C serum as your skin's daily shield and glow-booster rolled into one.

Niacinamide 8% + Vitamin B5 Hyperboost® Serum

Niacinamide is your multi-tasking serum.


This serum is incredibly versatile, and can help to:


  • Reduce pigmentation and dark spots

  • Minimise the appearance of pores

  • Lessen breakouts and calm inflammation

  • Brighten and even your skin tone

  • Strengthen the skin barrier


It's the multi-tasker that does wonders for your skin. 

Hyaluronic Acid Hyperboost® Serum

Melvory's Hyaluronic Hyperboost® serum is your hydration hero. 


It works to deliver:


  • Instant plumpness 

  • Deep, lasting hydration

  • Strengthened skin barrier

  • A smooth, dewy finish


Melvory's Hyaluronic Acid serum can best be described as a tall glass of water for your skin.


It can hold up to 1000 times its weight in moisture.

How to Layer your Hyperboost® Serums (the Recommended Order)

The golden rule to layering serums is to start with the most powerful active first, then work your way through the other serums. 


Step 1: Apply Vitamin C 10% Hyperboost® Serum first. As the strongest active in the trio, it goes directly onto freshly cleansed skin.


Step 2: Follow with Niacinamide 8% + Vitamin B5 Hyperboost® Serum. This multi-tasking serum complements our Vitamin C serum beautifully.


Step 3: Finish with Hyaluronic Acid Hyperboost® Serum. This serum seals in all the goodness and gives your skin that plump, hydrated finish.


Wait about 30-60 seconds between each serum to allow proper absorption, then follow with your regular moisturiser and SPF (in the morning).

Your Effective Skincare Routine

The beauty of the Triple Renewal Anti-Ageing Set is that it takes the guesswork out of wondering which serums to buy. You can use three complementary serums that work together to target multiple skin concerns at once:


✔ Brightening and anti-aging
✔ Pore refinement and clarity
✔ Deep hydration and plumping


Professional-level results are now easily accessible from your home. 


Whether you're 25 or 65, dealing with sun damage, fine lines, dullness or all of the above, this trio of goodness is everything that your skin needs and loves. 


Try Melvory's Triple Renewal Anti-Ageing Set to discover what professional-grade skincare at home really means. 

Can you apply the Hyperboost® Serums Both Morning and Night?

Yes! You can (and should!) use all three serums both morning and night for a double dose of the benefits. 


Unlike some serums on the market, our Hyperboost® serums do not cause photosensitivity. 


This means they don’t make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, so you can safely use them in your morning as well as evening routine. 

What if I have sensitive skin?

We've formulated these serums at high strength while staying well below the threshold that may cause irritation. 


However, if you have particularly sensitive skin, we recommend: 


Option 1: Introducing one serum at a time over a few weeks, starting with Hyaluronic Acid (the gentlest), then adding Niacinamide, and finally Vitamin C.


Option 2: Split them up by pairing:

  • Vitamin C 10% serum with the Hyaluronic Acid serum on certain days

  • Then using the Niacinamide 8% + Vitamin B5 serum with the Hyaluronic Acid serum on alternate days

These gentler approaches still delivers excellent results while giving your skin time to adjust.

A note for those who love our Original Hyperboost® Serums

If you've been using our original Hyperboost® serums, you might notice that they look a bit different now thanks to our new DewyDrops™ technology.


Don't worry, the active ingredients haven’t changed, so you’ll still get the same results that you love.


We’ve simply developed better skincare technology that protects the actives for longer and allows them to penetrate even deeper into the skin. 


Think of it as the your same favourite formula, just supercharged and upgraded! 


Have questions about incorporating the Triple Renewal Anti-Ageing Set into your routine? Our skincare experts are here to help, you can reach out to our team at anytime.

FAQS

Can I really use all three serums together?

Yes! The Triple Renewal Anti-Ageing Set was specifically designed to be used together. Each serum targets different skincare concerns, so using all through gives you well-rounded results without overwhelming your skin. 

What order should I apply the serums?

Start with Vitamin C 10% (containing the most powerful active of the trio), followed by Niacinamide, and finish with Hyaluronic Acid. Wait 30 - 60 seconds between each serum to allow proper absorption. 

Can I use the serums morning and night?

Yes! The serum formulations in this set do not cause photosensitivity, so you can use morning and night. Always finish off with SPF when using in the morning. 

Do I still need a moisturiser if I use all three serums?

Yes! While the Hyaluronic Acid serum provides excellent hydration, you should follow with a moisturiser to seal everything in and provide additional barrier protection.

Can I use the Triple Renewal Anti-AGeing Set with my other skincare products?

Yes! Apply the serums after cleansing and before your moisturiser and SPF. They layer beautifully under makeup and works well with most other skincare products. 

Which serum should I start with if I can only choose one?

It depends on your skincare concern! Choose Vitamin C for brightening and anti-ageing, Niacinamide to target pore refinement and reducing pigmentation, and Hyaluronic Acid for hydration and plumpness. That said, they work best together as a complete collection. 

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about the author

Elaine Yong


This article is written by Elaine Yong the founder and CEO of Melvory. She is a Pharmacist, who lives with her husband and 3 young children in Adelaide. All of Melvory's products are handmade with love in South Australia and are formulated with the highest quality ingredients. Seeing Melvory's products help families achieve better skin health fills Elaine's heart with so much joy, and that's why she does what she does! 

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