As spring has sprung, we can now start saying goodbye to dry, flaky skin and hello to soft, glowing skin. The transition from winter into spring isn’t just all about cleaning your house and stripping off those warm winter clothes, it’s about changing your skin care routine too. Enter face serums. Without a doubt, the most dedicated product in your spring skincare arsenal, is your face serum. Serums are typically thinner and lighter than moisturisers and formulated with powerful natural ingredients like antioxidants that work to deeply penetrate the skin and leave a silky film, making it more even, velvety and younger-looking. Serums can address a variety of skincare issues depending on the formula. For example, there are anti-aging serums, skin brightening serums, and acne prevention serums. While most serums are designed to treat common signs of aging, they also offer relief to other skin concerns like dry skin and redness. Apply your serum prior to your routine moisturisation and spf, and your complexion will feel like it got a spring reboot of its own. Here are my top picks for face serums under $35.

Seven Wonders Moroccan Argan Oil Skin Serum

Argan oil is one of those ingredients you see in every product, read about in every article and yet still have no clue as to why it’s so great. It is the perfect oil for all skin types as it is not too heavy and not too light.  Packed full of omega fatty acids, Vitamin E and linoleic acids, which all work to lightly moisturise the skin, soften dry patches and even reduce acne. This nourishing and hydrating formula leaves the skin feeling smooth, supple and soft. Oh, and it smells heavenly too.  Massage a few drops into the face and neck area after cleansing and before moisturising.

Meditree Younger Skin Kakadu Plum Face Serum

This magical serum is the ultimate youth and beauty booster containing a unique blend of powerful botanicals. Hydrating, smoothing and plumping, this serum is ideal for applying after you cleanse and before you tone. Containing supercharged ingredients including Kakadu Plum, Hyaluronic acid and chamomile, your skin will be left more youthful and restored.

ECO Face Certified Organic Pigmentation Serum

A Jojoba rich, chemical free formulation enriched with vitamins and active ingredients to specifically target pigmentation and reduce the appearance of age spots, freckles and uneven skin tone. This vitamin-rich formula is designed to be both hydrating and anti-aging, working to brighten the complexion and restore the skin’s radiance. Simply, apply directly to pigmented areas morning and night before moisturising.

Thursday Plantation Brightening Oil

This brightening serum is best suited for tired, stressed and sun damaged skin. Rich in nutrients and antioxidants with a blend of restorative oils including Rosehip, Avocado and Macadamia oil to help boost collagen production, brighten and tone the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines, spots and scars. This effective treatment is suited for all skin types and best used at night before moisturisation to leave your skin feeling smooth and wake up with bright glowing skin.