EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HYALURONIC ACID
The word acid might bring to mind science labs and test tubes – but don’t let that throw you off. Hyaluronic acid is actually a substance produced naturally by our skin cells, but it doesn’t hurt to give it a little top-up every now and then. The levels your body produces can be influenced by a variety of factors such as ageing and environmental stresses, which is why many beauty products include hyaluronic acid to help give your skin a boost.
What does hyaluronic acid do?
So, you might have heard of hyaluronic acid and even seen it on a bunch of beauty product labels, but what does hyaluronic acid actually do? It works by helping to hold water in the skin, giving you a healthy, hydrated, and radiant glow.
Hyaluronic acid benefits for skin
Hyaluronic acid is perfect for when your skin is feeling dehydrated, as it helps to hold moisture in your skin cells. It is able to hold a thousand times its weight in water and increased water levels plump up your skin which then helps to smooth out the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also helps give your skin that healthy glow and can make it feel ultra-soft to the touch. Hyaluronic acid is suitable for all skin types and won't aggravate sensitive skin or blemish-prone skin types. It is great for dry skin, but all skin types including oily skin can become dehydrated as this is water loss rather than a lack of oil in the skin. Hyaluronic acid will bring moisture back to dehydrated skin, and as it is found naturally within skin it is well tolerated by all skin types.
Hyaluronic acid serums and hyaluronic acid moisturisers
When you’re deciding which form of hyaluronic acid is best for your skin type, it’s important to first understand the difference between a serum and a moisturiser. A hyaluronic acid serum will feel light and is designed to penetrate the skin to work at a deeper level. On the other hand, a hyaluronic acid moisturiser typically targets the surface of your skin and helps to bind cells together to create effective protection. You can combine the two for double the effect – especially if you particularly struggle with keeping your skin hydrated. Both will help to plump skin and you'll get all the hydrating benefits of hyaluronic acid, so choose both if you have dry skin or feel very dehydrated.
How to use hyaluronic acid
It’s not just serums and moisturisers that go together – hyaluronic acid works well as an addition to your regular skincare routine. If you already have products that you love, simply add a hyaluronic acid-rich item to your normal ritual to make sure your skin stays plump and moisturised. Some options that might work for your skin include:
Advanced Génifique Serum
This hyaluronic acid serum is designed to be used after your cleanser to help lock in extra moisture. The formula contains hyaluronic acid to help smooth and plump your skin. It's also enriched with seven prebiotic and probiotic-derived extracts and helps to strengthen your skin’s natural barrier, whilst also improving your skin’s radiance, clarity, and texture.
Advanced Génifique Serum
Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum
We've combined 3 active ingredients in this powerful serum which work in synergy to help visibly correct the look of wrinkles, firmness and dark spots. The triple active serum contains key ingredients -- hyaluronic acid, vitamin c + niacinamide and ferulic acid and helps to support the moisture barrier and combat the signs of ageing. We also know that in a clinical study of 50 US women, 42-65 yrs old, 92% agree they would use this product as their go-to serum.
Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum
Rénergie H.P.N. 300-Peptide Cream
This rich hydrating cream contains hyaluronic acid, peptides and niacinamide. Designed to help regenerate ageing skin, it helps smooth and brighten. A hydrating moisturiser that's ideal for daytime, it will help skin to retain moisture and stay plumped thanks to hyaluronic acid.
RÉNERGIE H.P.N. 300-PEPTIDE CREAM
Génifique Crème
This velvety creme works quickly to support the skin barrier with hydrating hyaluronic acid and probiotic-derived extracts. The softening formula drenches skin with moisture and is an ideal daily moisturiser to be applied after serum every morning.
Génifique Crème
Tonique Confort
Designed to be applied after your cleanser, this hydrating toner helps get rid of any leftover impurities and leaves you with fresh, comforted skin. Along with hyaluronic acid, it features soothing acacia honey and gentle sweet almond oil. .
Hydra Zen Anti-Stress Glow Liquid Moisturiser
This hyaluronic acid moisturiser should be one of the last things you apply before getting started on your makeup routine or before leaving the house fresh-faced. Hydra Zen Anti-Stress Glow Liquid Moisturiser combines hyaluronic acid with amino acids, aloe vera and rose extract to create a formula that helps achieve a healthy skin glow with 24hr hydration.
Hydra Zen Anti-stress Glow Liquid Moisturiser
How to apply hyaluronic acid
How you use hyaluronic acid will depend on the product you pick, but you should always make sure you start with a clean face. Hyaluronic acid is particularly beneficial during periods where your skin feels dry, dehydrated, or stressed, but it can also be added to your daily routine to help prevent the problem before it develops. Many products can also be applied both in the morning and at night to help keep your skin feeling its best all day long.
Hyaluronic acid is an ideal ingredient to add to any skincare regime, it won't irritate, and it helps to improve dehydration. Try a hyaluronic serum, such as our Advanced Génifique Serum for plumped skin. You can also try a moisturiser like Rénergie H.P.N. 300-Peptide Cream which contains hyaluronic acid for supple skin and plenty of anti-ageing benefits too.
