Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring molecule found in the body's connective tissue. It is known for its ability to retain water, making it a popular ingredient in skincare products for its hydrating and anti-aging properties. HA is primarily made by bacteria in a lab via a process called biofermentation.
**Hydration:** HA has exceptional water-binding capacity, helping to keep skin hydrated and plump. **Elasticity and Flexibility:** It improves skin's elasticity and flexibility, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. **Wound Healing:** HA promotes faster wound healing and reduces scarring. **Lipid Barrier Enhancement:** HA fortifies the skin’s natural barriers to help lock moisture in for an even more dramatic hydrating effect. **Increased Resilience:** When the lipid barrier is further enhanced and protected by hyaluronic acid, the skin is better able to defend itself against environmental age-factors and pollutants. **Tighter Skin Tone:** HA helps firm facial contours for a more youthful appearance. **Smoother Texture:** HA smoothes the texture of the skin, resulting in a silky smooth finish. **Less Visible Fine Lines and Wrinkles:** HA helps reduce the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles retaining moisture to the skin, creating a plumping effect. **Stimulates Skin Cell Regeneration:** HA helps promote skin cell regeneration by offering extra hydration and barrier protection to the skin. **Pigmentation:** HA helps reduce and prevent age spots and pigmentation issues. **Clarity:** HA prevents the over-production of oil that clogs pores and causes breakouts.
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
**Skin Irritation:** In rare cases, topical application may cause mild skin irritation. **Allergic Reactions:** Some individuals may experience allergic reactions, especially if they are allergic to poultry products.
Consult a healthcare provider before using HA supplements or prescription products. Proper Injection Techniques: Hyaluronic acid injections should only be administered by trained medical professionals to avoid complications.
HA used in beauty and skincare products is primarily made by bacteria in a lab via a process called biofermentation.
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has assessed the safety of hyaluronic acid and concluded that it is safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products.
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has given hyaluronic acid a score of 1, indicating it is a low-hazard ingredient.
**Topical HA is an excellent moisturizer, but it provides hydration on a surface level, not deep within the skin.** Injectable HA is the preferred treatment method for improving volume loss and laxity of the skin that naturally occurs with aging. **Hyaluronic acid is produced by biotechnology using lactic acid bacteria through a process called bio-fermentation.** The resulting product is collected, purified, and dehydrated to form a powder. When added to water, it forms a gel with varying textures. **The size of the hyaluronic acid fragments used in cosmetics is carefully selected to ensure they only penetrate the uppermost layers of the skin.**