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Routine Term

Serum

A concentrated, fast-absorbing treatment formula designed to deliver a high dose of actives to the skin.

Delivers targeted active ingredients at higher concentrations than a moisturizer — designed to treat specific concerns like dark spots, fine lines, dehydration, or congestion.

A serum is a concentrated treatment product designed to deliver a high payload of active ingredients to the skin. Serums are typically water-based, have a thinner texture than moisturizers, and are formulated to absorb quickly and penetrate effectively — which is what allows them to deliver actives at meaningful concentrations. Because serums are where the majority of your targeted skincare work happens, choosing the right serum is the most impactful decision in building a routine. Different serums address different concerns: Vitamin C serums target dullness and dark spots, peptide serums support firmness, hyaluronic acid serums address dehydration, and exfoliating serums improve texture. In the Meaga Glow routine, serums sit at Step 3 (Treat) — after prep products and before moisturizer. Key Meaga Glow serums: Nova (THD Vitamin C — AM only), Bounce (copper peptides + hyaluronic acid — AM and PM), C.E. Glow (L-Ascorbic Acid 15% + Ferulic Acid — AM), Hydra Plump (4-weight hyaluronic acid — AM and PM). Apply 3–5 drops pressed gently into the skin after toner/essence.

Product Education Treatment Routine Basics All Skin Types
Apply 3–5 drops after prep step, before moisturizer. AM serums: Nova (morning only), Bounce, C.E. Glow, Hydra Plump. PM serums: Bounce. Replace serum step with Glycolic Peel Pads on exfoliation nights.