As we age skin moisture can drop significantly which makes the skin lose elasticity and expose the signs of ageing on the skin. Using a good quality Hyaluronic Acid serum is significant for its line-smoothing, hydrating, plumping and wound healing properties. Hyaluronic acid is known to increase our skins cells ability to bind water giving our skin a plumper and firmer appearance.
Hyaluronic acid is a clear, gooey substance that is naturally produced by your body. The largest amounts of it are found in your skin so as it depletes with ageing and other factors It makes perfect sense that we would want to apply more of this moisture binding goodness on a daily.
Not only does is hold 1000 times in weight water, it helps retain moisture and prevents moisture from evaporating into the air! Its a powerful humectant that has the ability to bring moisture to the surface of your skin which continues to keep your skin moisturised throughout the day. Its so powerful at pulling moisture to the surface of skin, you likely don’t need to use in more than one product in your routine.
Using it as a serum is ideal as serums are intended to penetrate deeply into the skin to deliver targeted hydration where it is needed most.
In general, hyaluronic acid is safe for all skin types, but it is especially helpful for those with dry skin. However, those with rosacea or eczema may want to test patch HA to make sure it doesn't irritate skin.
Hyaluronic acid can be applied twice a day topically, at morning and at night, before other heavier treatments. Hyaluronic acid works well when used with Vitamin C, vitamin B5, and glycolic acid. Make sure to apply a good quality moisturiser to lock in surface moisture and.
There are no known negative reactions with hyaluronic acid.
