Have you heard of hyaluronic acid? This skincare ingredient seems to be everywhere these days, and for good reason. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of hyaluronic acid and why you should include hyaluronic acid products in your skincare routine.
So, what exactly is hyaluronic acid? Hyaluronic acid is a type of sugar molecule found naturally in the skin. Hyaluronic acid binds water to collagen (a protein that helps keep your skin supple and smooth) and traps that water in the skin so that it appears plump and hydrated. And I’m not talking a little bit of water here. Hyaluronic acid holds 1000 times its weight in water. That’s impressive for such a small molecule!
Though our skin produces hyaluronic acid naturally, as we age, production declines. This is one of the many factors that leads to signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging.
Hyaluronic acid also works to strengthen the skin’s natural protective barrier. By increasing the skin’s resiliency, hyaluronic acid also helps to protect against moisture loss and environmental aggressors.
All skin types can benefit from using hyaluronic acid products, but those with dry skin or signs of aging will see the biggest benefit. Why? Because hyaluronic acid helps to imbue the skin with lost moisture, which soothes dryness and smooths out the appearance of fine lines.
And though “acid” is in the name, don’t worry. Hyaluronic acid is non-irritating and helps to hydrate even the most sensitive skin. In fact, thanks to its barrier-strengthening properties, hyaluronic may even reduce sensitivity.
So how can you add hyaluronic acid to your skincare lineup? These are my picks for the best hyaluronic acid products.
Fight the six signs of aging (texture, dehydration, elasticity, fine lines, radiance, and tone) with this highly concentrated serum. The Age Renewal Super Serum formula includes more than 20 potent ingredients, including peptides, collagen boosters, amino acids, and (of course) hyaluronic acid.
Meet your new go-to for diminishing signs of aging around the eyes. The Complete Eye Cream formula of clinically proven peptides plus hydration-boosting botanicals and hyaluronic acid help to fade under-eye circles, soothe puffiness, and smooth fine lines and wrinkles.
This hyaluronic acid moisturizer delivers intensive care for delicate and dehydrated skin. Extreme Recovery Cream works to restore the skin’s protective hydro-lipid barrier for smoother, more resilient skin. And it’s a hit with our fans! As reviewer Abby writes, “I started using this about a year ago and will be the only moisturizer I need for the rest of my life! It’s that good.”
Dry skin has met its match! This hyaluronic acid moisturizer provides a highly concentrated boost of hydration to relieve tight, dry, rough, or dehydrated skin. The Intense Hydrating Mask formula, imbued with hyaluronic acid plus coral grass and micro-algae, helps to improve the skin’s elasticity. A tri-peptide complex also reduces the appearance of fine lines.
Is hyaluronic a part of your skincare routine? Let me know in the comment section below!
xo
Colleen
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I need to know in what order to layer your products. I would like to add the Hyaluronic product to my routine. Thank you.