Close-up of woman applying sunscreen on face demonstrating layering serums under sunscreen technique

Layering Serums Under Sunscreen: The Ultimate Skincare Guide

What Causes Pilling

  • Thin, layered products like silicones or powders that don’t absorb

  • Overapplication, causing product buildup

  • Incompatible textures between serum and moisturizer

Fix It With These Steps

  1. Apply serums sparingly—a pea or grain-of-rice size.

  2. Wait 1–2 minutes between each step so the skin surface settles.

  3. Use a moisturizing SPF, not a powdery or silicone-heavy one.

Morning Person’s Moisturizer with Mineral SPF 50+ comes in a creamy, yet lightweight formula that glides on smooth and layers seamlessly over serums.

If Pilling Persists

  • Dampen fingertips to lightly smooth into skin.

  • Remove any residue with micellar water.

  • Reapply SPF and continue—your skin will sync with the products faster.