Hyaluronic Acid is one active ingredient you do NOT need to worry about what to mix with. It is a sweetheart that has no beef with any other ingredients.
Internationally known widespread and available on most of your already existing skincare products. An ingredient the chemist/formulator can’t do without, especially if it is a hydrating product.
WHY HYALURONIC ACID?
Some might be wondering why Hyaluronic Acid is such a sought ingredient, so here is all you need to know about the skin’s Antiaging solution.
Hyaluronic Acid is a molecule that naturally exists within our body, it delivers the moisture needed to keep it youthful. But as you age, there will be a gradual decrease in production.
What would happen to my skin with less hyaluronic acid?
- Loss of firmness
- Duller complexion
- Visible fine lines/wrinkles
- Skin dehydration
- Enlarged pores
Hyaluronic Acid in K-Beauty to the rescue!
This is where hyaluronic Acid based products come to replenish, retain and restore moisture to retrieve that plump, and brightener complexion.
The best part is that you are likely to find hyaluronic Acid in all products, from cleansers to sunscreen, depending on your skin’s needs.
1. Hyaluronic acid in cleanser for gentle use
A good Hyaluronic Acid cleaner to keep the skin hydrated post-wash, ideal for direr to dehydrated skin types. COSRX Hyaluronic Moisturizing Cleanser washes off impurities as it delivers hydration, and added bonus of panthenol to protect your moisture barrier.
2. Toners and essences the hydrating fountains
Hyaluronic acids toners and essence delivers moisture, even to the lower layer of your dermis. Isntree has two hyaluronic acid base toners, one for normal to combination skin types, and the other for extra moisture, preferably for dehydrated to drier skin types. The essence comes in serum texture, giving a moisture barrier plus it boost collagen production to give a lifted and firmer skin texture.
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3. Serum/Ampoules for quicker and stronger results
Most Hyaluronic Acid concentrated products are available as serums/ampoules. This is best if you have really dry skin, wrinkles, sagging and enlarged pores or if you live in a dry place that makes your skin demand a great level of moisture.
Cosrx Hydrium Triple Hyaluronic Moisture Ampoule also has a boost of panthenol to double the effect of hydration and barrier care. Then we have the COSRX The Hyaluronic Acid 3 Serum, blended in well with ceramide for extra nourishing care.
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5. Seal the deal with moisturizers
Hyaluronic Acid also contributes to strengthening and building the condition of your skin barrier. It protects your skin from external factions like UV rays, pollutants, dirt, harsh wind, and more. Get the best of protection from moisturizers like Isntree Hyaluronic Acid moisturizers that also brightens and prevent breakouts. The Aqua gel would be ideal for oilier to combo where as the Moist cream for combo to drier skin types.
The Cosrx Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream is a nourishing cream that works best on really dry skin and if dull dehydrated skin are your other main concerns.
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6. Beat the sun, plump the skin with Sun creams
To fight off premature signs of aging caused by UV rays, sunscreens are your best solution. One of the most loved K-Beauty sunscreen’s key ingredients is also Hyaluronic Acid. We are talking about none other than the Isntree Hyaluronic Water sun gel, for that plump and dewy finish skin. Also available in physical sunscreen and sunstick.
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Is Hyaluronic Acid safe for me and my skin type?
Hyaluronic Acid can be used by all skin types, all ages and is good for any skin concerns. It also gets a Green light for pregnant and lactating mothers!
