What is hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid is a natural component of the body and is found in various tissues, including the skin. It is a polysaccharide consisting of a chain of sugar molecules and has a high water-binding capacity. Hyaluronic acid has gained importance in dermatology in recent years, particularly in anti-aging applications, due to its ability to hydrate the skin and increase elasticity. Hyaluronic acid is used in many cosmetic products such as serums, creams, and masks to hydrate the skin, reduce dryness, and minimize fine lines and wrinkles.
Application
How does hyaluronic acid fit into my skincare routine? Hyaluronic acid is the perfect choice to start the day. As a serum or directly integrated into your day cream, hyaluronic acid can plump and visually smooth the skin.
Caution: Applying only hyaluronic acid without adding moisture can cause the hyaluronic acid to draw water out of the skin. Therefore, additional care is essential!
The different types of hyaluronic acid
There are different types of hyaluronic acid, which have different properties depending on their size, concentration and manufacturing process.
1. High molecular weight hyaluronic acid
High molecular weight hyaluronic acid has a higher molecular weight and a larger molecular size than low molecular weight hyaluronic acid. It can bind moisture to the skin and form a protective barrier, making the skin softer and smoother. High molecular weight hyaluronic acid remains on the skin's surface and acts as a moisture barrier, supporting natural skin hydration.
2. Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid
Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid has a smaller molecular size than high molecular weight hyaluronic acid and can penetrate deeper into the skin to increase hydration. It has a more intensive effect and can contribute to improving the condition of the skin. Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid is able to lock moisture into the deeper layers of the skin.
3. Oligohyaluronic acid
Oligohyaluronic acid is a special form of hyaluronic acid consisting of short chains of hyaluronic acid molecules. Unlike high-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid, which has limited penetration into the skin due to its size and structure, oligohyaluronic acid, due to its smaller molecular size, is better able to penetrate the skin and exert its moisturizing properties.
The perfect hyaluronic complex?
Using the latest research findings, we have optimally formulated our complex with short and long-chain hyaluronic acids to ensure that all skin layers are moisturized and an ultimate protective barrier is ensured.
As an additional booster, our complex contains Tremella Fuciformis (Silver Ear), a medicinal and edible mushroom that produces a polysaccharide with similar moisture-retaining properties to hyaluronic acid, but is structurally different. This polysaccharide, often referred to as Tremella polysaccharide, can bind large amounts of water and thus contributes to skin hydration. It improves skin elasticity and has antioxidant properties. Experts often refer to Tremella Fuciformis as "natural hyaluronic acid." Due to its fine molecular structure, this hyaluronic acid is able to penetrate deep into the skin and replenish the skin's moisture reserves. By combining Tremella mushroom extracts with other moisturizing ingredients, a powerful anti-aging effect can be achieved.
What's special is that you can mix our hyaluronic complex and other pure active ingredients with our DMS base cream or our base serum to create your very own individual care product.
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