Hydrate your way to younger skin.
Did you know the secret to younger skin lies in an ingredient we tend to take for granted? Hyaluronic acid has been used in skincare for many years, and it’s integral in dermal filler treatments that plump the lips and rebuild areas of lost volume. Recently, there have been advancements in how this ingredient is delivered into the skin which make the latest skin serums that much more effective.
Why is hyaluronic acid so good for our skin?
A useful analogy is to liken youthful skin to a damp sponge–it’s soft, full, and flexible. Part of what makes it so is the hyaluronic acid naturally produced by the skin. As with so many other bodily processes, the production of hyaluronic acid slows down with age. This phenomenon, coupled with a weakened barrier function, can lead to dehydrated skin. Going back to our analogy–that full and moist sponge shrinks, and becomes inflexible and brittle.
The first visible signs of this change in our skin are fine lines, flaking and enlarged pores. Eventually, we start to see deeper lines appear and the skin begins to lose its firmness.
The best way to counteract these aging changes is by keeping the skin as well hydrated as possible. While drinking plenty of water is an important piece of this puzzle, a topical serum is a must for all skin types in order to fortify the skin’s barrier function and prevent dehydration.
Our at-home treatment of choice.
SkinMedica’s HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator integrates two of the latest hyaluronic acid advancements in skincare:
- It features molecules of hyaluronic acid that are small enough to penetrate the skin. Hyaluronic acid acts as a humectant, drawing moisture from the atmosphere to the skin as well as from the dermis for better hydration.
- It contains cross-linked hyaluronic acid which acts like a breathable mesh barrier over the skin’s surface. This helps the skin to retain moisture more effectively.
Hyaluronic acid may not be the most glamourous of ingredients, but it is one of the most important and effective ingredients for skin health. And that applies to skin of all ages and types. If you don’t have a hydrating serum in your routine–it’s time to get one! Visit us to demo the SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator today.
