When you see an acid in your skin care products, your first thought might be that it is an exfoliating ingredient. Hyaluronic acid is NOT an exfoliator. It is, however, a very important ingredient to have in your skin care regimen

Hyaluronic acid is a humectant that is naturally occurring in our organs, joints, and muscle fibers. However, the largest amount is found in our skin. As we age, we produce much less of it. That’s why common signs of aging include the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, stiff joints and skin that looks dull and shapeless. Thanks to science, we are able to deliver this magical humectant back into our skin with the use of topical skin care products.

Hyaluronic acid’s main job is to attract and bind water into the top layer of our skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated and combat the natural aging process. One gram of hyaluronic acid is able to hold 6 liters of water (insert mind blown emoji!) So you can see the importance that hyaluronic acid has in the skin.

If you're going to use a hyaluronic acid skin care product, it’s important to apply it correctly. You want to apply a hyaluronic acid serum to cleansed, damp, skin so it's able to pull the moisture into your skin. You also want to follow with an occlusive moisturizer to help seal in the hydration. If you don’t apply a moisturizer, that water can evaporate and dry out your skin. Many moisturizers contain hyaluronic acid and occlusive ingredients which allows you to knock out two birds with one stone!

Dermaspace Hyaluronic Firming Boost serum not only contains hyaluronic acid but also snow mushroom extract, which is another natural humectant. Another great option is our Dermaspace Oil Free Hydrating Lotion if you’re looking for a moisturizer that contains hyaluronic acid.