What is hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid is the most important building material of the skin and is part of connective tissue. The texture is a jelly-like substance, one molecule of which can hold an amount of water 1000 times its own weight. It forms an invisible film on the surface of the skin, which prevents fluid loss. Thus, hyaluronic acid performs the important function of preserving moisture in tissues. Over time, the amount of hyaluronic acid in the body begins to decrease, under the influence of sunlight, poor ecology and other factors.
Why does skin need hydration?
Maintaining the required level of hydration is very important for the epidermis; Dehydrated skin loses its firmness and elasticity and loses its radiance. By providing hydration, you help restore skin cells, as well as maintain the balance of the hydrolipid layer. When the protective barrier is weakened, moisture loss increases, the skin becomes dry, dull and rough to the touch, and a feeling of tightness and itching appears.
If you notice wrinkles around your eyes, it is possible that they appeared precisely due to dehydration of the skin. Moreover, this can happen even at a young age: due to lack of moisture, the delicate skin around the eyes weakens and wrinkles appear. In order to delay the appearance of wrinkles, it is necessary to pay increased attention to skin hydration from the age of 20.
How is hyaluronic acid obtained?
Hyaluronic acid is produced biotechnologically. It is obtained by biofermentation using lactic acid bacteria. It is then collected, cleaned and dried to a powder. When mixed with water, it forms a substance with a gel-like consistency.
To achieve maximum effectiveness, fragmented hyaluronic acid is used in cosmetic products. The smallest fragments can penetrate the upper layers of the skin and help fill wrinkles. In addition, they activate the process of synthesis of their own hyaluronic acid in skin cells.
Matting
Face Serum Magistral Sebatics
This serum is very expensive compared to others - you will have to pay almost 4 thousand rubles. But this is no coincidence: the very first use will please you with a pleasant result. The face will become matte, the oily sheen will disappear, and the dermis will become elastic and smooth. And all this thanks to “green” zinc, Puressence and grapefruit seed extract.
Thanks to it, you can forget about blackheads, as it regulates sebum secretions, and about various rashes and irritations. You don’t have to use it all the time; you just need to take a short course for one or two months and repeat if necessary.
Vigor "Pink Grapefruit"
This fruit does an excellent job of toning, and other natural ingredients bring maximum vitamins. The content of orange hydrolate, cognac mannan, plant matting complex, grape polyphenols, fucogel polysaccharide, grapefruit essential oil sets this product apart from the rest.
You will be pleased with the relatively large bottle; 50 ml is a lot for a serum. And the price is affordable - no more than 1000 rubles. Some may be confused by its sharp and not entirely pleasant smell, but if you evaluate only the quality of the effect, then it is worth your attention.
Bioderma Sebium Serum
The first products of this brand that contain high concentration glycolic acid. Despite the fact that it is not able to penetrate deep layers, its effect on the surface is very strong. This AHA enzyme fights pigmentation and the first signs of aging and regulates sebum production with a fluid active. The product is also good because it helps the epidermis produce collagen and elastin and preserves youth for a long time. The only drawback is pilling when applied generously, but if you spread it in a thin layer, you can avoid this.
Types of cosmetics with hyaluronic acid
There is an opinion: the higher the percentage of hyaluronic acid in the cream, the higher the level of skin hydration it provides. But this is not so: the content of hyaluronic acid in cosmetics rarely exceeds 2-5%. Therefore, for effective moisturizing, it is not the percentage of the substance that is important, but the correct use of the product. Creams, serums and toners with hyaluronic acid should be applied to clean and slightly damp skin. Let's consider the main types of products in which this component is found.
Tonics with hyaluronic acid
The ideal product format for oily, dehydrated skin (yes, oily skin can be dehydrated too!): the tonic is quickly absorbed and does not provoke the secretion of sebum. It is often produced in the form of a spray - this makes the tonic more convenient to apply to the skin.
Serums with hyaluronic acid
Serum is an express product for giving the skin a healthy glow and additional hydration. It is applied with light tapping movements onto clean, damp skin, after which the cream is used, literally “sealing” the serum (so that the moisture does not evaporate).
Moisturizing cream with hyaluronic acid
The most common product that solves several problems at once: fills the skin with moisture and does not allow it to evaporate. Suitable for the summer heat, when you don’t want to overload your skin with different textures.
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The standard recommendation is to use the product as additional care. Serums do not replace the need for creams; they should be used in tandem.
Here are some tips to help you get the most out of comprehensive care.
Pay attention to the structure of the whey. It can be watery (gel) or oily (emulsion). Water-based products cannot be used independently; they must be “covered” with cream. Otherwise, the effect will be “blurred” or not expressed at all. Oil-based products can be used without cream, as they create a lipid film. If such a serum is used for moisturizing, for example in summer, you can only use it for evening care.
Apply to cleansed skin. This can be done in the morning and evening, based on the manufacturer’s recommendations, but always after preliminary cleansing and toning of the skin. Two or three drops of the product are enough, which need to be distributed with your fingertips. After this, take your time to apply the cream. Let the serum absorb and only after a couple of minutes apply the cream.
Use in courses. Serums are the heavy artillery of modern cosmetology, so they cannot be used constantly. They need to be used in courses: one drug is used for two to eight weeks, after which they take a break for at least a month. After this, you can return to the previous drug or use another one to correct a different problem. You can take up to four courses of serum therapy per year. If you use the product constantly, it can overload the skin, which will lead to the opposite of the expected effect.
Fact. Some women often note that anti-aging lifting serum rolls off under their fingers when applying cosmetics. This can happen for two reasons. The first is applying too thick a layer. In this case, apply the composition in smaller quantities and distribute thoroughly over the skin. Secondly, each lifting serum forms an invisible film on the face, which creates that same lifting effect. In order not to disturb this film, apply foundation and other products not with your fingers, but with a brush.
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How to choose the right cosmetics with hyaluronic acid?
There are two conditions due to which the use of hyaluronic acid can have the opposite effect and “pull” moisture from the deep layers of the skin: in a dry climate, with severe dehydration of the skin. To prevent moisture evaporation, in addition to hyaluronic acid itself, the product must contain water.
More information about skin care products:
- Cleansing facial toner
- Retinol cream
- Clay face masks
- Facial oil
There is no universal answer to which product can quickly and permanently moisturize the skin. Everything is individual - something suits everyone. Serums are considered the most effective: firstly, they are suitable for any skin type; secondly, they contain an increased amount of active ingredients. Serums are supplemented with cream to make their use more effective.
On the skin around the eyes you can only use products created specifically for this delicate area. Most often they are produced in a roller format, which provides an additional cooling effect. Patches with hyaluronic acid are also popular; they are especially loved for their speed of action. In just 10-15 minutes they smooth out fine wrinkles and relieve puffiness.
Whitening
Let's imagine a cosmetic product for skin lightening.
Vitex Ideal Whitening
The impression from it is not so bright, although it also has advantages, otherwise we would not have placed it on the top list. Its price is quite affordable - from 100 to 200 rubles, made in Belarus. It has a pleasant design that inspires confidence, a slightly sweet aroma and a regular white color. The consistency is thicker than tonic, but more liquid than cream, similar to a gel. It is absorbed almost instantly, leaves behind a comfortable feeling, and the face becomes velvety to the touch. You will not see any shine when applying and will not feel sticky.
There are three effective components:
- Dermawhite is a botanical complex including saxifrage (a healing and brightening antioxidant), guava and papaya.
- Lumskin - translated as “luminous skin”, contains substances that impart radiance.
- Bearberry extract brightens the epidermis due to hydroquinone and arbutin.
The packaging states that the product is suitable for any age, and the result of the work will be visible within a month; in addition, a table is given with its effect in percentage:
- tone is lightened by 71%;
- age spots are reduced by 54%, and overall pigmentation by 23%;
- color is evened out by 65%;
- shine is provided by 71%.
Customer reviews mostly contain low ratings, justified by low efficiency. But if we look at the percentage reinforcement, we will see that the manufacturer does not promise “mountains of gold”, but the face, one way or another, becomes smoother. If you have a few problems with your skin, then this composition will be enough; it can also be used as a good base for makeup.
Skinniks Whitening Intense Anti-spot
The Dutch product continues the top list. It was created specifically for women 45 years and older, but some young girls also use it. As active substances, it contains a concentrate of diacetyl boldine and citroflavonoids (citrus extracts). They fight age-related pigmentation by blocking the production of melanin, do not harm the body and are easily absorbed. The skin is deeply moisturized, nourished, becomes elastic and radiant, the texture is smoothed, and the tone becomes evener. The result is noticeable after two weeks of use.
The composition will also delight you with balanced natural oils from grape seeds and macadamia nuts. In combination with vitamin C and provitamin B5, it effectively combats dryness.
This product also has negative reviews; some buyers complain about the lack of effect even after three months; this is most likely due to the individual properties of the skin. The manufacturer writes: it is suitable for all types, but be prepared for the fact that for internal reasons the effect will be weak.
The cost is quite high - about 2000 rubles, but with a discount it can drop to 1500.
For oily and problem skin
Owners of this type often suffer from an unsightly oily sheen, comedones, and constantly appearing pimples, including purulent ones. Let's figure out which serum to buy for faces with similar problems.
Bioderma Sebium Serum Night
This is the first composition in the top list, where the active component is AHA - acids (alpha hydroxy acids) extracted from fruits. They normalize sebum secretion and even out skin texture. Please note that the product can only be applied to inflamed areas. Thanks to its dense gel-like texture, it will not spread. You may feel a slight tingling sensation, but don't worry - this is how the sensitive tissue reacts to healing.
It comes in a tube, is easy to apply, and lasts a long time. The price is average - about 1200 rubles for 40 ml.
Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum
Here come Korean brands again; recently they have become quite popular among Russian buyers of facial serums. The composition includes green tea oil, tangerine peel extract and plant extracts. They relieve inflammation and disinfect, strengthen vascular walls and soothe the dermis.
It must be applied carefully due to its fluidity. In the first few minutes you may feel a slight stickiness, which may seem unpleasant, but then it goes away. Please note, this contains alcohol, do not allow it to come into contact with the wounds. A bottle of 80 ml costs more than 2000 rubles.
This facial serum will be just as effective for young skin as for mature skin.
It's skin Power 10 Formula LI Effector
Another brand from the People's Republic of Korea. The line itself includes more than ten products that solve various skin problems: age spots, dryness, inflammation and others. Serum for moisturizing combination skin is in the 10 best rating. With the help of licorice extract, cells are calmed and redness is removed. There is also a whitening effect. It has a sticky, oily texture, but it is not difficult to apply; some may not like its specific smell. The cost exceeds 1000 rubles per 30 ml.
