On your skincare journey, there's a good chance you've come across the term "hyaluronic acid". It's a buzzword that's been circulating for years, but what exactly is it, and will it address your specific skincare needs?
As we age, our skin requires a bit more TLC to maintain its youthful glow, and hyaluronic acid might be the secret weapon you’ve been searching for. Imagine a skincare ingredient that can quench your skin’s thirst, smooth out fine lines and leave you looking radiant—hyaluronic acid does just that and more.
Whether you’re dealing with dryness, dullness, or the first signs of ageing, this magical molecule has the potential to transform your skin and boost your confidence. Ready to uncover the secret to timeless beauty? Read on and get ready to embrace your most luminous self.
What is Hyaluronic Acid?
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring molecule found in our skin, joints, and connective tissues. As a humectant, it attracts water wherever it goes – and it’s incredibly good at it too. Some hyaluronic acid molecules can retain up to 1,000 times its weight in water. This hydration powerhouse keeps our skin plump, smooth, and radiant.
However, as we age, our natural levels of hyaluronic acid diminish, leading to dryness, fine lines, and loss of elasticity. This is where skincare products formulated with HA come into play, offering a rejuvenating boost to our skin’s HA production and hydration levels. Outside of this, hyaluronic acid acts as a cushion and lubricant in joints and other tissues, helping them maintain flexibility.
What is Hyaluronic Acid Good For?
What does hyaluronic acid do for the skin? Continuous daily use can offer a range of benefits, including:- Improvement in skin elasticity
- Improvement in skin hydration
- Reduction of the appearance of wrinkles
- Wound and scar tissue healing
Hyaluronic acid’s natural presence in the body makes it a very safe and effective skincare ingredient that’s highly compatible with all skin types.
High vs. Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid?
On your skincare journey, you may come across two forms of hyaluronic acid: high molecular weight and low molecular weight. Are they both the same? While they both have similar functions, each form interacts with the skin at a different level. These small differences prompt different interactions with your skin cells, producing even more specific anti-ageing results. Let’s explore how they work below.
High Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (HMW-HA)
There are various types of HA molecules, across a spectrum of sizes. Larger-sized (a.k.a. high molecular weight) molecules absorb into the very top levels of the epidermis. This absorption offers instant hydration to the skin’s surface. Plumping effects are noticeable after application, offering the skin short-term smoothness and barrier protection.
Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (LMW-HA)
Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid is smaller. Due to its tiny size, it can travel much deeper into the epidermis.
At this cellular level is where the long-term results of daily HA use start to shine. Outside of providing deep hydration, LMW-HA also stimulates the production of collagen and elastin. Anti-ageing benefits compound over time, as the appearance of wrinkles is reduced and skin elasticity is increased.
What's the Most Effective Hyaluronic Acid Size?
When it comes to skincare, is one molecular weight better than the other? Not always. Both offer very different benefits. When combined into one formulation, high and low molecular weight HA can offer tremendous, compounding results.
High molecular weight offers immediate results that you can see and feel upon application. It protects, hydrates and is an anti-inflammatory. Low molecular weight penetrates the skin and works over time to provide lasting visible results. It stimulates the skin at a cellular level to intensely hydrate, plump, smooth and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Your skin needs care at all levels for effective anti-ageing results.
We recommend incorporating a blend of both high and low molecular weight to ensure your skin is hydrated on the surface and deeply nourished from within.
Is Hyaluronic Acid in The Efficacy Cream?
Yes. Our Efficacy Cream contains a Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Acid that hydrates and plumps the skin at all levels.
We believe that skincare shouldn’t be filled with complicated routines. Inside our patented BMPC™ (Bioavailability of Molecular & Phyto Compounds) Formulation, you’ll find the world’s best skincare ingredients, measured and curated to work effectively for tremendous anti-ageing results.
Say goodbye to single-ingredient creams and serums. The Efficacy Cream contains Australia’s only patented luxury skincare formulation, designed to produce significant changes in skin clarity, firmness, hydration, moisturisation, elasticity, smoothness, tone, texture and barrier function. A complete and comprehensive moisturiser, the Efficacy Cream also has powerful renewing effects, further reducing the signs of redness and inflammation.
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Hyaluronic acid is a vital part of any skincare routine, reducing fine lines while hydrating and plumping the skin. When used in combination with the other powerful ingredients in our Efficacy Cream it unlocks age-defying and lasting results.
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