Hydrating & Clarifying Serum for Troubled Skin

Hydrating & Clarifying Care for Troubled Skin

All skin needs hydration - especially in the dry, high-altitude conditions of Colorado’s Western Slope. Persistent sun exposure, low humidity, and environmental stress can intensify common skin concerns, including dryness, congestion, and uneven texture.

Even skin often described as “oily” benefits from proper hydration. When skin lacks moisture, it may respond by producing excess sebum, the skin’s natural protective substance. Imbalanced sebum production can contribute to congestion and visible skin irregularities. Supporting the skin barrier with appropriate hydration is an important part of maintaining overall skin balance.

This Hydrating & Clarifying Serum was developed to provide lightweight moisture while supporting clear-looking, comfortable skin - without heavy oils or pore-clogging ingredients. This formula is designed to condition and gently refine the skin’s surface, making it suitable for skin that is prone to congestion, dryness, or environmental stress.

While no single product can address every skin concern - and persistent or severe skin conditions should always be evaluated by a licensed professional - this serum may help improve the appearance, texture, and comfort of troubled skin when used consistently as part of a simple skincare routine.

Formulated with carefully selected moisturizing and gently exfoliating oils, this serum absorbs easily and leaves skin feeling hydrated, balanced, and refreshed, without residue.

Better Together: A Simple Botanical Routine

Troubled Skin Serum + RAW Clarifying Face Wash
Cleanse. Support. Restore balance.

Healthy-looking skin begins with a clean foundation, and flourishes with thoughtful, consistent care.

Morning Routine

Cleanse
Begin with RAW Clarifying Face Wash to remove buildup and excess oil without over-drying.

Treat
Apply a small amount of Troubled Skin Serum to clean, dry skin.
Focus on areas that feel congested or out of balance.

Allow to absorb fully.

Moisturize
Follow with a lightweight moisturizer to help maintain comfort and hydration.

Protect
Use sunscreen as needed during the day to support healthy-looking skin.

Evening Routine

Cleanse
Wash away the day with RAW Clarifying Face Wash.

Treat
Apply Troubled Skin Serum to freshly cleansed skin to provide botanical support overnight.

Moisturize
Seal in hydration with your favorite evening moisturizer.

Simple. Intentional. Effective.

How Often to Use

Blemish-prone or oily skin: 1–2 times daily
Normal skin: Once daily or as needed
Sensitive skin: Start once daily and adjust

Helpful Tips

Apply to clean, dry skin for best absorption
Use gentle, even pressure with no aggressive rubbing
Avoid layering with multiple strong actives or exfoliants
Patch test before first use if your skin is sensitive

The Troubled Skin Philosophy

Support - don’t overwhelm.
Balance - don’t battle.

Troubled Skin Serum is crafted to work alongside your cleanser, not replace it. Together with RAW, it forms a steady, plant-rooted ritual designed to help your skin look clearer, feel calmer, and stay comfortably balanced.

Apply a small amount to clean skin using a cotton pad or fingertips.
Gently wipe on, then remove excess if desired.
Use regularly as part of your daily skincare routine.

Why they work beautifully together:

• Cleansing creates a fresh foundation
• Serum delivers lightweight, focused support
• Helps skin look clearer and feel more balanced over time
• Simple enough to stick with daily

Consistent care supports healthier-looking skin over time.

Start with a Clean Base 
Use RAW Clarifying Face Wash before serum so your skin’s ready to soak it in.

Find RAW right here -->  https://www.smittyslittlefarm.com/products/raw-face-wash

Using RAW and Troubled Skin together means the combined comedogenic rating is low. 

Comedogenic Rating (Whole Routine): ~1 / Low

Formulated to be lightweight and suitable for oily, combination, and blemish-prone skin when used as directed. Always patch test if you have highly sensitive or reactive skin.

Natural ingredients can vary with the season. Learn more about small-batch variation here: https://www.smittyslittlefarm.com/pages/the-nature-of-small-batch-skincare