Frequently Asked Questions About Hyaluronic Acid
What Does Hyaluronic Acid Do for Your Skin?
A hero hydrating ingredient, hyaluronic acid naturally occurs in the body’s connective tissues and is responsible for giving skin structure, plumpness, and moisture. As we age, our natural hyaluronic acid decreases, so adding hyaluronic acid skincare such as serum to your daily regimen has excellent anti-aging benefits as well as being great to support dry or dehydrated skin. A humectant, hyaluronic acid can bind up to 1000 times its weight in hydration onto your skin, preventing TEWL (trans epidermal water loss) and boosting plumpness, elasticity, and radiance. It’s also lightweight enough to be used for any skin type.
Is it OK to Use Hyaluronic Acid Products Every Day?
Yes, you can use your hyaluronic acid serum and/or moisturizer every day or even up to twice daily.
What Skin Type is Hyaluronic Acid Best for?
Hyaluronic acid for dry skin can be a real game-changer in delivering that quenching hydration this skin type really needs. But if you have combination or oily skin you’ll also benefit from the non-comedogenic, lightweight hydrating properties of hyaluronic acid. Adding it to your daily regimen in the form of a hyaluronic serum or other hyaluronic acid products such as a facial mist will give you all those moisture-laden benefits without weighing skin down.
What Not to Mix with Hyaluronic Acid Skincare?
Hyaluronic acid can be used with any other skincare products to increase skin’s moisture levels.
Is Hyaluronic Acid Better in the Morning or Night?
Hyaluronic acid is a versatile skincare ingredient and can be used as part of both your morning and nighttime skincare regimen, depending on your preference. Applying a hyaluronic acid serum in the morning will give your skin quenching boost and set you up for the day. For elevated hydration and brightening, we love it paired with a vitamin C serum, so layer that on first, let it sink in, then apply your hyaluronic acid serum to lock in the moisture. At night, you can also apply your hyaluronic acid products as this is the time for repair and recovery, so you’re letting it work its magic overnight to wake up to refreshed, rejuvenated skin.
Can Hyaluronic Acid Clog Pores?
Hyaluronic acid is non-comedogenic meaning it won’t clog pores or contribute to breakouts. That’s why it’s a great skincare ingredient for those with combination or oily skin as well as dry.