Hyaluronic Acid: Benefits and Uses.

If there is a skincare ingredient that should always be part of your vanity kit, this would definitely be hyaluronic acid. This ultimate product is your go-to for maintaining the moisture and fighting off the signs of aging.

Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance, a group of sugar molecules called polysaccharides, mostly found in the skin, eyes and connective tissue. There are different forms of this substance that are also used for cosmetic purposes - moisturizers, serums, cleansers, and more.

So, why is hyaluronic acid so magical? HA has the ability to bind up to 1000 times its weight in water! This means that it can hold a lot of water molecules on the surface of your skin, retaining it hydrated, thus talking about a well-moisturized skin at any time.

     • Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid- It is moisturizing, but not the ultimate moisturizing option. Best suitable for oily or combination skin, to avoid over-moisturizing.

     • Sodium hyaluronate- This type can deliver better results as it goes deeper into the skin making the effects to last longer. Suitable for normal skin, mostly found in serums.

     • Sodium acetylated hyaluronate- This type holds the benefits of sodium hyaluronate but with even longer-lasting results. It best suits people with dry skin who need deep moisture or for those who looking to hydrate their skin during the winter season.

    ✔  Moisturizing

    ✔  Anti-aging

    ✔  Anti-wrinkle

    ✔  Wound healing

    ✔  Increasing skin elasticity

    ✔  Treating facial issues- redness, eczema

Many experts recommend applying products with hyaluronic acid especially during the winter season, as the skin gets drier. The most common forms of HA are moisturizers and serums.

-Moisturizers infused with hyaluronic acid can be used as your regular moisturizer ideally 2 times a day and always after cleansing, exfoliating or applying serum to your skin.
-Serums with hyaluronic acid are used in a different way. After cleansing, pat onto a slightly damp skin, apply some drops and gently absorb it with the palms of your hands. Moisturizer should be immediately applied afterward to seal in all the hydration.

However HA can also be found in almost every skincare product category, including sheet masks, eye creams, cleansers and lip treatments.

Hyaluronic acid can work effectively with some other common skincare ingredients for better results. These are:

      • Vitamin C
      • Retinol
      • Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs)
      • Beta hydroxy acids (BHAs)

Hermosa +Magician- Serum

MESO HYDRO Ampoule Mask- Face mask

Memory Lifting Cream- Moisturizer

O2 Snow Bubble Activator- Cleanser

xx
~Maria