Hyaluronic Acid in Skincare – Skin Benefits & Products to Use

Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance found in our skin, connective tissues, and eyes. It has become a popular ingredient in skincare products due to its ability to hydrate and plump the skin, making it look more youthful and radiant.

1. How hyaluronic acid works:
   Hyaluronic acid is a humectant, which means it attracts and holds onto water molecules. When applied topically to the skin, hyaluronic acid can help to improve the skin’s moisture levels, making it look plumper, smoother, and more supple.
2. Benefits of hyaluronic acid in skincare:
   Hyaluronic acid can provide several benefits for the skin, including improving hydration levels, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and promoting a more even skin tone. It can also help to soothe and calm irritated skin.
3. Types of hyaluronic acid in skincare:
   Hyaluronic acid can be found in various forms in skincare products, including high molecular weight, low molecular weight, and cross-linked hyaluronic acid. Each type of hyaluronic acid has different properties and benefits for the skin.
4. How to use hyaluronic acid in skincare:
   Hyaluronic acid can be found in a variety of skincare products, including serums, moisturisers, and sheet masks. It is best used on clean, damp skin to help lock in moisture. Layer it under your regular moisturiser to help maximise its hydrating effects.
5. Who can use hyaluronic acid in skincare:
   Hyaluronic acid is generally safe for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Overall, hyaluronic acid can be a valuable ingredient in skincare, helping to improve hydration levels and promote a more youthful, radiant complexion.

At Southern Cosmetics we have a number of products containing hyaluronic acid, either alone or in combination, we can recommend depending on your skincare needs.

Here are some of our favourites:

SkinCeuticals H.A Intensifier
The unique triple action corrective serum gently infuses skin with hyaluronic acid to smooth out and fortify skin firmness.
 H.A. Intensifer corrective hyaluronic serum is easy to apply, super-absorbent and provides long lasting hydration to skin

Universkin H Booster 
Universkin H is combination of hyaluronic acid, organic silica + L-rhamnose, and a biomimetic peptide. It strengthens the skin barrier and promotes hydration thanks to a combination of 2 different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid.

ASAP N20 Peptide Complex
An innovative, power-packed, multitasking serum with 20% Niacinamide, Peptides, Vitamin C, and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid to help soothe, balance, brighten and smooth

Synergie HyalaVive
Formulated with three types of hyaluronic acid, penetrating multiple layers of the skin, to hydrate and firm your skin while smoothing the appearance of fine lines. Also features vitamin B12 (the pink super-vitamin) to reduce redness and repair damaged skin cells.

The Skincare Company
The Skin Care Company Hyaluronic B5 serum is lightweight and fast absorbing, containing hyaluronic acid for superior hydration. Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), provides powerful antioxidant protection and assists in the healing cascade of wound repair. 

FillMED Skin Perfusion HAB5 Hydra Serum
This serum, enriched with Pro-Vitamin B5 (or Panthenol), considered as the leading skin moisturiser, enhances hydric balance and replenishes the skins moisture barrier. Thanks to Hyaluronic Acid, known in aesthetics medicine for it moisturising and filling properties, it efficiently smoothes the appearance of dehydrates wrinkles.

Visit our online skincare store to learn more about our range of hyaluronic acid skincare.

https://southerncosmetics.com.au/shop/

Author: Dr Jenny Kimmins, Cosmetic Physician