Hyaluronic Acid 101
Hyaluronic Acid has become a beauty buzz word the last few years but is it really worth all the hype? The answer is YES! Everyone can benefit from this ultra-hydrating, mega moisturizing ingredient.
What is Hyaluronic Acid?
Hyaluronic Acid (aka Hyaluran, Hyaluronate Sodium, Hylan, Sodium Hyaluronate) is a molecule that is naturally present in your skin as well as connective tissue, joints and eyes. It has the superhero ability to hold up to 1,000 times its own weight in water. For skincare use, its recreated in a lab and formulated into serums, hydrating mists and moisturizers.
Why should I use it?
Daily external factor such as the sun and pollution, in addition to the normal process of aging, causes loss of moisture. Replenishing topically and staying hydrated will slow this process and assist in repairing the moisture loss. Plus, Hyaluronic Acid plumps your skin, making it look softer and more youthful!
The Science.
This study, published in The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, found "The hyaluronic acid clearly demonstrated a significant benefit in decreasing the depth of wrinkles (up to 40%), and skin hydration (up to 96%) and skin firmness and elasticity were significantly enhanced (up to 55%) at the end of eight weeks."
What products should I use?
Sanitas Skincare Hyaluronic Concentrate
A companion serum that boosts the effectiveness of hydration products. An amino acid complex, blended with hyaluronic acid, helps increase the skin’s ability to retain moisture and creates an instant plumping effect. Skin appears softer, firmer and more volumized.
• Increases moisturizing and nourishing properties of all moisturizers
• Helps provide essential protection from damaging free radicals
• Provides anti-aging benefits
• Facilitates the stimulation of collagen synthesis
Skin Script RX Ageless Hydrating Serum
The Ageless Skin Hydrating Serum has a nice, light texture and is great for restoring moisture into the skin and balancing surface bi-layers. Recommended for dry and dehydrated skin
- Improves hydration
- Balances surface lipids
- Lessens the appearance of wrinkles
- Improves health of cell membrane
- Plumps the skin
Sanitas Skincare Moisture Mist
A moisture infusing spray that enhances the absorption and spreadability of serums and moisturizers. A collagen cofactor complex, combined with biogenic humectants, helps soften and smooth dehydrated skin. Perfect for setting mineral makeup or as a light skin refresher throughout the day.
• Hydrating spray improves spreadability and penetration of moisturizers
• Allantoin, Hyaluronic Acid, Beta Glucan, NaPCA hydrate, soften and slow aging process
• Stimulates skin UV defense
