Everybody I know who’s obsessed with beauty and skincare always swears by Hyaluronic acid, which seems to be a trend. Yes, it is an acid, and true, acids are supposed to be bad for the skin but after reading this you will find out why it’s one of the good acids, and how it can up your skincare game.

Also known as hyaluronan, it is a substance that is naturally produced by the body. It attracts and holds vast amounts of moisture and this supports a lot of areas in the body notably the joints and the skin. Our bodies have about an average of 15 grams of hyaluronic acid and one-third of it is degraded and synthesized every day.

Hyaluronic acid is also a key ingredient in anti-aging (dermal fillers anyone?) and skin care products and is used not only for volume restoration but to moisturize the skin as well. You will find it in serums, lotions, and creams. When choosing products with hyaluronan, avoid serums that contain parabens, alcohol, sulfates and other ingredients that are harmful to the skin.

Some of the benefits of hyaluronic acid include;

Improving Skin Elasticity

Skin moisture drops significantly when we age hence making the skin lose its elasticity. Hyaluronic acid has a unique ability to hold in moisture, therefore, decreasing the skin aging process. It increases the skin’s elasticity and firmness by 55% and the hydration levels by 96%.

Hydrating the Skin

The acid retains water molecules in your skin making it dewy and hydrated. When tissues lose moisture they become dry and tend to sag. It prevents the signs of aging by preventing water loss. After all, a well-moisturized skin is the key to looking younger.

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Decreases Wrinkles

As we age, collagen levels in our bodies decrease. Collagen is important as it supports the skin structure. When the collagen levels decrease, wrinkles and discoloration on the skin become more visible. Hyaluronic acid decreases the sagging of the skin and the appearance of wrinkles by restoring volume, especially when used as a dermal filler.

Ways in which topical hyaluronic acid is applied to the skin for maximum benefits;

Apply it to the skin just after you have washed your face or showered
Mix the acid with your daily moisturizer
You can use hyaluronic acid as your daily night serum and leave it overnight for smooth skin in the morning.