Hyaluronic Acid is the Best Skin Care Ingredient

 

Hyaluronic acid is renowned for its ability to hydrate skin. But if you don’t use it right, you could end up with even drier skin than before.

Here’s everything you need to know about adding hyaluronic acid to your everyday skin care routine.

 

·       What is hyaluronic acid?

Hyaluronic acid is a large molecule produced naturally by your body. Almost half of the body’s hyaluronic acid is found in the skin. But it can also be found in bones, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and lips.

It can hold 1,000 times its weight in water and binds to water molecules to retain moisture in the skin and joints.

As humans age, their natural levels of hyaluronic acid begin to deplete. So, people turn to skincare products containing the acid for an extra boost.

 

·       What does it do?

Hyaluronic facial sheet mask acts as a cushion for our joints, nerves, and skin. But it’s mainly known for its skin-related benefits. In skincare products, hyaluronic acid is used as a humectant — a substance that helps the skin holds onto water.

It helps hydrate the outer layers of skin, thereby improving the skin’s appearance. Skin that’s hydrated is touted as being more radiant and youthful-looking.

But hyaluronic acid can’t permanently turn back the clock. The key to the fountain of youth is “marketing hype.”

As well as improving the look and feel of skin, hyaluronic acid has a number of other uses.

It assists with the wound healing and skin repair process and can act as an antioxidant to protect skin from damaging molecules called free radicals.

Science has yet to find a single ingredient, molecule, or product that can reverse or slow the aging process.

 

·       Can it cause any side effects?

The word “acid” may frighten some people, but there’s little need to be worried about this skincare ingredient. As hyaluronic acid is a normal part of the skin, it’s very rare to have an allergic reaction to it.

If you do experience side effects of diamond moisturizing cream, these may be the result of other ingredients in the products you’re using or how often you’re applying them. Or it could be the result of using a too-high concentration of hyaluronic acid.

 

·       Is there anyone who should not use it?

Hyaluronic acid is suitable for all skin types — even those who have sensitive skin or are prone to breakouts. It’s also safe to apply the acid to your skin if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.

Dermatologists can provide personalized advice and product recommendations for your skin type or concern.

 

·       How to add hyaluronic acid to your routine?

Well, it depends on the kind of product you’re using. Moisturizers and serums are two of the most common forms of hyaluronic acid. Use a moisturizer infused with hyaluronic acid at the time when you’d usually moisturize.

Ideally, this would be twice a day and always after cleansing, exfoliating, or applying serums. But if you’re using a hyaluronic acid serum, your routine will be a little different.

After cleansing, and while your skin is still damp, press a couple of drops into your face with the palms of your hands. Don’t forget to apply a moisturizer immediately afterward to seal in all that hydration.