Good day, Lykkers! Serum is the step where I like to be a little more intentional. A few drops can add a different texture and focus to the routine without making my skincare feel overly complicated.

My current picks have three very different personalities: Anua for a niacinamide and tranexamic-acid-focused formula, Clarins for a fresh glow, and Madeca Derma for a brightening-focused step.

1. Anua Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum

Anua Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum is the one that catches my attention when I want a more targeted brightening step. The formula features 10% niacinamide and 4% tranexamic acid, two ingredients commonly used in skincare routines focused on the appearance of uneven tone and post-blemish marks. I like the idea of keeping the rest of my routine simple when using a serum with such a clear focus. A few drops after cleansing and toning can easily fit between the lighter steps and moisturizer.

2. Clarins Multi-Active Glow Serum

Clarins Multi-Active Glow Serum brings a brighter, fresher mood to my routine. Rather than making skincare feel overly clinical, it has that polished, pampering quality I associate with Clarins. I’d use it on mornings when I want my skin to look fresh before getting ready. The serum sits nicely within a routine that includes moisturizer and sunscreen, and the glow-focused concept makes it especially appealing when my skin looks a little tired.

3. Madeca Derma Brightening Serum

Madeca Derma Brightening Serum has a gentler, everyday appeal for me. The brightening focus makes it a nice choice when I want to keep my routine centered around a more even-looking, fresh complexion without adding too many complicated steps. I’d reach for it when I’m keeping the rest of my skincare fairly straightforward. After cleansing, I can smooth the serum over my skin and continue with moisturizer. The simplicity is part of what makes a product easy to keep using.

Anua feels the most targeted, especially with its niacinamide and tranexamic acid combination. Clarins gives the routine a more radiant and pampering feeling, while Madeca Derma keeps things centered on everyday brightening care. I like having different serum options because my skincare routine doesn’t have to look identical every day. A serum only earns a permanent place in my routine when I actually enjoy reaching for it. Which of these three would fit most naturally into your skincare shelf?