Hyaluronic Acid is a sugar that is naturally produced by the body. Found in high concentrations within the skin, Hyaluronic Acid is responsible for the skin’s plumpness and volume. Also found in the fluid that surrounds the eyes and joints. Hyaluronic Acid in skincare is a humectant which means that it attracts moisture towards it and acts like a sponge that can attract and retain 1,000 times its own weight in water, making it an excellent non-comedogenic hydrating ingredient. Essential for maintaining the skin’s moisture balance, Hyaluronic Acid also helps smooth skin texture. The skin’s natural production of Hyaluronic Acid declines with age, which is why it’s important to supplement the skin with skincare products that contain this ingredient.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hyaluronic Acid
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What are Hyaluronic Acid benefits for skin?
- The key benefits of Hyaluronic Acid when included in everyday skin care is hydration and the ability to retain and lock-in moisture within the skin barrier.
- Hyaluronic Acid for face has anti ageing benefits by improving skin texture, volume and elasticity leaving skin feeling firm, supple and plump.
- Hyaluronic Acid especially benefits dry skin by drawing in moisture and increasing hydration content in the epidermis. Learn how to create the ideal skincare routine for dry skin or even dry to dehydrated skin .
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What does Hyaluronic Acid do to your skin?
Skin naturally contains hyaluronic acid. The younger the skin, the more hyaluronic acid exists to keep skin hydrated. Hyaluronic acid levels reduce over time which, in turn, lowers the skin’s ability to replenish moisture. . Hyaluronic Acid when applied to your face regularly helps support and maintain skin health. It locks-in moisture to keep skin hydrated, plump and soft. When Hyaluronic Acid is added in skincare and used as a part of your everyday skincare routine, it even begins to lessen the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This skincare ingredient is suited to any skin type including oily, sensitive or even acne-prone skin.
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What are the benefits of Hyaluronic Acid for skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps to maintain skin’s moisture levels. When applied to skin or face, Hyaluronic Acid forms a layer of hydration on top of the skin, providing softness and smoothness. In addition to hydrating the skin’s surface, hyaluronic acid also helps firm, soothe and plump the skin.
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How does Hyaluronic Acid work for skin?
Hyaluronic Acid has the ability to draw and retain moisture from the environment and lock it in within the skin barrier. This ingredient helps support and strengthen your skin barrier to help it function effectively. Learn what causes a compromised skin barrier and how to use Hyaluronic Acid to help it. It helps deliver long-lasting moisture without clogging pores, and this increase in surface hydration helps soften and smooth skin texture while helping to improve the appearance of skin plumpness and firmness.
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Who should use hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic Acid is an ideal ingredient for all skin types because it helps provide non-comedogenic hydration without contributing to a heavy or greasy feel. Hyaluronic Acid levels naturally decline with age, which is why it’s important to supplement the skin with skincare products. Discover what non-comedogenic means and how to build a hydrating skin routine using Hyaluronic Acid.
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How is Hyaluronic Acid in skincare used?
Hyaluronic Acid can be found in both facial and body cleansers , micellar water, body lotions , face creams and serums . To take advantage of their moisturising benefits, use these products as directed. The gentle nature of Hyaluronic Acid makes it an appropriate ingredient to include in formulas that are suitable for sensitive skin or delicate areas such as around the eyes.
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Can Hyaluronic Acid be used on the body?
Yes, hyaluronic acid is a highly effective moisturising ingredient for all skin from head to toe, and it can help restore long-lasting hydration to those with dry skin , including the hands and feet.
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Can Hyaluronic Acid be used with other skincare ingredients?
Hyaluronic acid is used as a moisturising ingredient in a wide array of products, it is often found in products that contain ingredients such as salicylic acid and retinol to help attract and retain moisture to the skin. Discover how Ceramides mixed with Hyaluronic Acid can alleviate hydration and skin health.
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When to use Hyaluronic Acid?
Hyaluronic Acid can be used on the face everyday as a part of your daily skincare routine. You can apply Hyaluronic Acid to your skin up to 2 times a day on clean, damp skin. It can be applied immediately after cleansing using a serum - check out the CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum and discover all you need to know about Face Serums. This Hyaluronic Acid serum can be used alone or layered with a moisturiser on top. You can also apply Hyaluronic Acid to your skin using a moisturiser containing this ingredient. Discover CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion to lock-in that moisture and keep your skin feeling hydrated and plump.
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Is Hyaluronic Acid safe to use during pregnancy?
Hyaluronic Acid is a sugar molecule that is naturally produced in our bodies. This is why it makes Hyaluronic Acid suitable to use during pregnancy and is suitable to all skin types. It can be used topically in the form of cleansers, serums or moisturisers and can also be used in large quantities with no adverse effects.
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