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Ampoule vs. Serum: What's Actually the Difference (and Why It Matters for Your Skin)

Ampoules and serums get used interchangeably, but they're not the same thing. Here's what actually separates them, how often to use each, and what a trending ingredient like PDRN has to do with it.

Ampoule vs. Moisturizer: Do You Need Both?

Do you need both an ampoule and a moisturizer?Yes, generally. An ampoule and a moisturizer do different jobs in a routine, and one isn't a stand in for the other. An ampoule delivers a concentrated...

When to Use an Ampoule: Morning, Night, or Both?

When should you use an ampoule, morning or night? It depends on the formula. Some ampoules are built around actives that do their best work at a specific time of day, while others are flexible enou...

The Complete Guide to Skin Renewal & Brightening

Tired, dull, uneven-looking skin usually falls into one of two buckets: it needs renewal (firmness, fine lines, fatigue) or it needs brightening (tone, dullness, dehydration). This guide ties toget...

Is It Safe to Use VOUX™ Ampoules With LED Light Therapy?

LED light therapy has moved from med spa treatment rooms into at-home devices, and it's now a normal part of a lot of skincare routines. If you already use LED and are wondering whether VOUX fits i...

The Complete Guide to Korean Ampoules

If you've spent any time reading about Korean skincare, you've run into the word "ampoule," usually without much explanation of what it actually means, where it came from, or how it's different fro...

Can Peptides and Niacinamide Be Used Together?

Can you use peptides and niacinamide in the same routine? Yes. This is one of the most common skincare pairing questions, and the short answer is that most peptides and niacinamide work fine togeth...

Night Skincare Routine: The Right Order (and Where an Ampoule Fits)

The Basic Evening Order Cleanse → Ampoule → Moisturizer Not sure which ampoule fits your skin yet? Start here. Find Your VOUX Ampoule What's the right order for a nighttime skincare routine? Ni...

Morning Skincare Routine: The Right Order (and Where an Ampoule Fits)

The Basic Morning Order Cleanse → Toner → Ampoule → Moisturizer → SPF Not sure which ampoule fits your skin yet? Start here. Find Your VOUX Ampoule What's the right order for a morning skincare ...

What Is an Ampoule? The Basics of Korean Skincare's Most Concentrated Step

What is an ampoule, exactly? An ampoule is a small-batch, concentrated skincare formula: a higher ratio of active ingredients to base formula than you'd find in a typical serum or moisturizer. The ...