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Serums have become a standard step in most skin care routines – but what does a serum do? Is it even necessary or just a bunch of hype? In this ep, we explain their purpose (yes, there is one) and the ingredients to look out for. Also: The non-invasive treatment for plumper lips, and why you should really be using the cool shot button on your hair dryer.Products in this ep:Sal’s emergency base:Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Liquid ConcealerThe non-invasive lip plumping treatment:Hydrafacial Lip PerkSerums for your skin concerns:Dehydration (hyaluronic acid): La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic Serum Anti-Wrinkle ConcentrateLines/wrinkles (squalane): Biossance Squalane + Phyto-Retinol SerumRedness (niacinamide/vitamin B3): Olay Regenerist Micro-sculpting Serum or Clear Skincare B3 Niacinamide SerumPores, blackheads and congestion (AHAs and BHAs): Dr Dennis Alpha Beta Pore Perfecting & Refining SerumDullness (azaleic acid): The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%Pigmentation/uneven skin tone (vitamin C):