All about Hyaluronic Acid

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We hear a lot about hyaluronic acid, there is the low molecular weight, the high molecular weight ... We can quickly get lost in all this information. So today we explain everything: what is hyaluronic acid, what does it do and how to choose it? 

WHAT IS HYALURONIC ACID?

Hyaluronic acid is present in 50% of the composition of the skin, particularly in the dermis and to a lesser extent in the epidermis. Hyaluronic acid is known for its hydrating and filling properties. It is a very good antioxidant, healing, hydrating, regenerating and anti-inflammatory agent.

Unfortunately, from the age of 20, the production of hyaluronic acid by the body slows down, and after the age of 50, the quantity present in our body is divided by two. The decline in hyaluronic acid production can lead to skin that loses its radiance, dries out, develops wrinkles and loses its firmness. This is why it is important to integrate hyaluronic acid treatments into your routine.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Laboratories use the benefits of hyaluronic acid for its anti-aging action but hyaluronic acid does not only work to treat wrinkles. It's all about molecular weight.


◉ High molecular weight hyaluronic acid: This is hyaluronic acid with a large size. This means that because of its size, it does not penetrate deep into the skin. It therefore remains on the surface of the dermis to form a moisturizing, protective and smoothing film. It is ideal for dehydrated skin or for the treatment of small wrinkles caused by superficial dehydration. It is the hyaluronic acid most commonly found in cosmetics.

◉ Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid: It is 40 times smaller than high molecular weight hyaluronic acid, it penetrates deeper into the different layers of the skin. It will promote the production of collagen, treat wrinkles and loss of firmness. In addition, it stays on the skin 13 times longer and inhibits collagenase, an enzyme that breaks down collagen fibers. But it is also the most expensive hyaluronic acid, so it is rare to find it in cosmetic products.




We hear a lot about hyaluronic acid, there is the low molecular weight, the high molecular weight ... We can quickly get lost in all this information. So today we explain everything: what is hyaluronic acid, what does it do and how to choose it? 

WHAT IS HYALURONIC ACID?

Hyaluronic acid is present in 50% of the composition of the skin, particularly in the dermis and to a lesser extent in the epidermis. Hyaluronic acid is known for its hydrating and filling properties. It is a very good antioxidant, healing, hydrating, regenerating and anti-inflammatory agent.

Unfortunately, from the age of 20, the production of hyaluronic acid by the body slows down, and after the age of 50, the quantity present in our body is divided by two. The decline in hyaluronic acid production can lead to skin that loses its radiance, dries out, develops wrinkles and loses its firmness. This is why it is important to integrate hyaluronic acid treatments into your routine.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Laboratories use the benefits of hyaluronic acid for its anti-aging action but hyaluronic acid does not only work to treat wrinkles. It's all about molecular weight.


◉ High molecular weight hyaluronic acid: This is hyaluronic acid with a large size. This means that because of its size, it does not penetrate deep into the skin. It therefore remains on the surface of the dermis to form a moisturizing, protective and smoothing film. It is ideal for dehydrated skin or for the treatment of small wrinkles caused by superficial dehydration. It is the hyaluronic acid most commonly found in cosmetics.

◉ Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid: It is 40 times smaller than high molecular weight hyaluronic acid, it penetrates deeper into the different layers of the skin. It will promote the production of collagen, treat wrinkles and loss of firmness. In addition, it stays on the skin 13 times longer and inhibits collagenase, an enzyme that breaks down collagen fibers. But it is also the most expensive hyaluronic acid, so it is rare to find it in cosmetic products.


Which product should I choose?

At 66°30, our Extreme Hyper-hyaluronic Serum contains 5% low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, the highest concentration we know of on the market. Applied morning or evening, it revitalizes the skin in depth and provides an optimal response to fight effectively against wrinkles. You can then couple your anti-aging serum with a moisturizer containing high molecular weight hyaluronic acid, for a complete action on all the layers of the skin, such as the 6-in-1 Ultra-Moisturizing Face Fluid.
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