Hyaluronic Acid

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Hyaluronic Acid

Active Ingredients

Sodium Hyaluronate

Skin Types

All skin types

Skin Sensitivity

All sensitivities

Description

Able to hold over 600 times its own weight in water it intensely hydrate the skin and is known for its skin rejuvenation properties.

Characteristics

Binds with water to intensely hydrate the skin. Research suggests that enhanced hyaluronic acid levels will also increase collagen production.

Chemistry

Also known as Hyaluronan, Hyaluronic Acid is actually a salt rather than an acid. According to Cosing, it has properties of Antistatic, Humectant, Moisturising and Skin Conditioning.

Allergy Information

No known allergens

Sensitivity Information

Suitable for all skin types

History

More commonly referred to in medical texts as Hyaluronan because it is a salt rather than an acid, it was first developed in the 1970’s for use in eye surgery.

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