Serum or cream first?

Serum or cream first?

Short answer: serum usually comes before cream. Serum delivers active ingredients; cream seals in hydration and comfort. SPF is the final skincare step in the daytime.

The basic order

Cleanser → serum → cream → SPF in the daytime. At night, SPF drops out and retinol or recovery can take the lead.

When to adapt

With sensitive skin, retinol can be buffered between cream layers to make it gentler.

Why order matters

A good order makes products more comfortable and prevents using too many layers.

Delizia routes and products

• Murad Vita-C Glycolic Serum — serumstap
• Murad Essential-C Barrier Repair Cream — crèmestap
• iS Clinical Eclipse SPF 50+ — laatste ochtendstap
• Serums collection
• Droge huid collection

Smart buying path

Choose the skin goal first, then the strength and texture. Always combine active products with daily SPF and barrier repair when skin becomes dry or sensitive.

FAQ

Can I combine several active ingredients?

Yes, but build slowly and often split stronger actives between morning and evening or different days.

When should SPF come first?

Whenever pigmentation, retinol, acids or anti-ageing are involved. SPF is the daily protection layer of every active routine.

What if my skin reacts sensitively?

Simplify temporarily to gentle cleansing, moisturiser and SPF. Reintroduce actives only when skin stays calm.

Important: this advice does not replace medical advice. Build active ingredients gradually and pause when clear irritation appears.