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The Lineup: Hyaluronic Acid

Written by Advanced Skin Technology | 10/09/2020 10:30:00 PM

In the face of plummeting temperatures, exposure to wind and excessive indoor heating, skin can become dehydrated. All skin types are naturally more vulnerable in the colder months. Dehydrated skin may not only appear dull and lacklustre, but it can also accentuate the look of fine lines and wrinkles, making us appear older. When it comes to giving thirsty skin a drink and bringing back vitality, look no further than our favourite, Hyaluronic Acid (HA).

Hyaluronic acid has the ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, effectively binding water to the surface of the skin, increasing hydration and plumping the skin for a youthful appearance during dryer winter conditions. Hyaluronic acid is best introduced in a serum as they often offer a higher percentage of HA and help to optimise delivery to the skin. At AST we have an extensive offering of hyaluronic acid serums – here’s how to choose the one most suitable.

 

ASPECT HYDRATING SERUM

 

What is it?

A skin-quenching serum containing hyaluronic acid to bind moisture and replenish hydration.

Key Ingredients:

  • Hyaluronic Acid Blend (Cristalhyal (Sodium Hyaluronate) and PrimalHyal 50 (Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid) | A blend of high molecular
  • and low molecular weight forms of hyaluronic acid that help to smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Niacinamide | Vitamin B3 to help maintain hydration and nurture skin.
  • Vitamin C | An oil soluble antioxidant that is pH neutral and helps to illuminate and protect skin.
  • Aspect™ Signature Blend | Certified organic Australian superfood complex.

Who is it best for?

A time poor dehydrated skin. The combination of HA, Vitamin B and C makes this serum a true multi-tasker!

 

COSMEDIX SURGE

What is it?

This hyaluronic acid serum dramatically boosts skin hydration, plumps appearance of skin and helps protect skin from trans epidermal water loss. Surge is essential in helping your skin stay moisturised and protected from environmental stressors, which helps minimise the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Kiwi fruit water also provides a daily dose of Vitamin C to revitalise and illuminate for radiant, younger-looking skin.

Key Ingredients

  • Hyaluronic Acid | Three variations of hyaluronic acid work to hydrate, plump skin and lock in moisture.
  • Niacinamide | Helps improve skin texture, tone and barrier function.
  • Kiwi Fruit Water | Rich in Vitamin C to help moisturise and visibly brighten the skin’s appearance.

Who is it best for?

A dehydrated skin that is showing early signs of ageing due to environmental stress.

 

DERMAQUEST SKIN REHYDRATING SERUM

What is it?

Shower your skin with this intensive, lightweight hydrating serum, delivering immediate, luminous moisture, essential for all skin types. Through liposome technology, this serum provides instant hydration; a covetable staple for professional and home care alike.

Key Ingredients

  • Hyaluronic Acid | High percentage hyaluronic acid for intense hydration.
  • Panthenol | Vitamin B5 binds moisture to the skin’s surface.
  • Ferulic Acid | Provides antioxidant protection.
  • MDI Complex | Supports the skins foundation.
  • Actifirm™ | A gentle botanical blend that helps to smooth skin texture for a visibly firmer looking complexion.
  • Plankton Extract | Marine extract high in essential fatty acids.

Who is it best for?

A dehydrated ageing skin that is prone to redness or sensitivity.

 

PCA HYALURONIC ACID BOOSTING SERUM

 

What is it?

Plump, hydrate and smooth skin with this advanced hyaluronic acid formulation. This ingredient blend hydrates the skin in multiple ways for optimum results.

Key Ingredients

  • Hyaluronic Acid and Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid Sodium Salt) | High molecular weight hyaluronic acid that smoothes and softens skin by increasing moisture content in the upper skin layers.
  • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid | Due to its small molecular size, delivers deeper moisturisation and assists in reducing appearance of wrinkles.
  • HA-Pro Complex™ | PCA SKIN’s proprietary blend assists protecting the skin’s own native hyaluronic acid, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles and plumping and firming the skin’s appearance.
  • Ceramides | Supports the skin’s natural protective layer and forms an effective barrier against moisture loss.
  • Niacinamide | A potent yet calming antioxidant that delivers multiple important benefits to the skin. It helps to reduce TEWL and improve barrier function. Additionally, it helps reduce redness, skin yellowing and assists in promoting an even skin tone.

Who is it best for?

A skin that is desperately dehydrated. Three types of HA means this PCA serum seriously quenches skin thirst.

 

SKINBETTER SCIENCE TRIO REBALANCING MOISTURISER

What is it?

This triple-action formula helps to hydrate a compromised skin barrier to bring moisture and radiance back to skin. This super-charged formulation addresses three critical elements to natural skin moisturisation – barrier function, hyaluronic acid and natural moisturising factors resulting in beautifully balanced skin.

Key Ingredients

  • Sodium PCA | A Natural Moisturising Factor that enhances skin moisture and helps plump appearance.
  • Squalane | Supports moisture retention and helps prevent trans epidermal water loss.
  • Sodium Lactate | Maintains hydration levels to keep skin feeling supple.
  • Sodium Hyaluronate | Sodium salt of hyaluronic acid. Has the ability to hold 1000 times its weight in water.
  • Cholesterol | A lipid that helps keep skin’s barrier function resilient against external elements.
  • Ceramides 1 and 3 | Lipids that help restore the skin’s moisture levels and maintain integrity of the skin’s barrier function.
  • Carnosine | Amino acid that supports the skin’s natural moisturising factors and provide protection against external free radical damage.

Who is it best for?

A dry, dehydrated skin. This moisturiser combines HA with cholesterol and ceramides to deliver intense hydration and restore and protect skin’s natural oils.

 

ASPECT DR HYALURONIC SERUM

What is it?

A hydration boosting serum formulated with two forms of Hyaluronic Acid, known for their rejuvenating properties, and antioxidants to replenish moisture and protect against external free radical damage.

Key Ingredients

  • Cristalhyal (Sodium Hyaluronate) and PrimalHyal 50 (Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid) | A blend of high molecular and low molecular weight (hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid) forms of hyaluronic acid that help to smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Niacinamide | Vitamin B3 to help maintain hydration and nurture skin.
  • Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate | An oil soluble form of Vitamin C that is pH neutral and helps to illuminate and protect skin.
  • Aspect™ Signature Blend | Certified organic Australian superfood complex.

Who is it best for?

A dull, dehydrated skin that requires targeted hydration.

 

SOCIETE HYDRATION COMPLEX

What is it?

A light, oil-free hydration boost for the skin. Ideal for post-procedure or dehydrated skin – a true drink for the skin.

Key Ingredients

  • SYN®-TACKS, SYN®-AKE, Oligopeptide-8, Myristoyl Tetrapeptide-8 | A peptide complex that work to minimise the appearance of ageing.
  • Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid) | Sodium salt of hyaluronic acid that binds moisture to the skin.
  • Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract | Helps to even out skin tone.
  • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Green Tea) | Provides antioxidant protection.
  • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C) | Oil soluble Vitamin C.
  • Panthenol (Pro-vitamin B5) | Vitamin B5 binds moisture to the skin’s surface.
  • Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) | Softens the skin.

Who is it best for?

A mature skin showing signs of ageing. HA works with a peptide complex to plump and smooth the skin’s surface for a firmer, younger looking complexion.

 

HOW TO USE HYALURONIC ACID

HA molecules are naturally large. Therefore, it is generally recommended to apply after the application of other serums and before moisturiser.

 

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For a personalised recommendation according to your skin type and condition, it is always recommended to seek a full consultation from a trained AST skincare professional. Please find your nearest clinic here.