Table of ContentsWhat exactly is hyaluronic acid?
What is topical hyaluronic acid?What is injectable hyaluronic acid skincare?
Which one is right for you? |
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is one of the most popular skincare ingredients today. Known to increase the skin’s moisture content, HA is added to creams, serums, moisturizers, and more to boost the skin’s moisture level and make it look plump and youthful. HA can also be injected directly into the dermis for a deeper replenishment of HA in the skin.
So, how does a topical product compare to injectable hyaluronic acid? Which one is right for you? Continue reading as we shed more light on this ingredient, as well as the difference between topical and injectable hyaluronic acid skincare.
Hyaluronic acid or HA is a naturally occurring substance. It has various functions in the body and one of the popular ones is retaining water to keep the tissues lubricated. HA is found in every tissue of the body, but it is more abundant in the skin, connective tissues, and fluid around the eyes.
Hyaluronic acid:
Just like collagen and elastin, the body’s production of HA declines with age. The average human body contains about 15 grams and approximately 30% of it is synthesized and degraded daily. Factors such as sun exposure, smoking, and poor lifestyle habits can contribute to its degradation. This causes the skin to look dull and less plump with visible fine lines and wrinkles.
As previously mentioned, HA is added to many skincare products mainly because of its hydration properties. Commonly available in serums, HA is applied topically to the skin to hydrate and lock in moisture.
Make sure to seal it off with a face moisturizer. Failure to do so can lead to moisture loss in the skin, especially in dry environments.
Also called bio-remodeling, injectable HA skincare is injected into the skin to boost the skin’s hydration, radiance, and elasticity. This is not the same as HA fillers, which have HA combined with other ingredients. Bio-remodeling is thicker and contains 100% pure hyaluronic acid.
Anyone can start adding a hyaluronic-acid based product to their skincare routine. It is better to choose a formula in a well-balanced concentration, as extremely low concentrations may not be very effective. Too high concentrations, on the other hand, can pull water from your skin. The ideal percentage is 1% to 2%.
For an intense hydration effect and improved skin quality, bio-remodeling Singapore treatments are worth considering. They are suitable for patients 30 and above or those who:
To learn more about injectable hyaluronic acid or find out if it’s the right injectable for you, contact Cutis Medical Laser Clinics today and schedule a consultation with our aesthetic doctor in Singapore.
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