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HA 5 Rich

Regular price: €9.50
Sale price: €9.50
Unit price: per

5 forms of hyaluronic acid in varying molecular weight and structure join forces in this silky & rich formula to hydrate, soften and plump the skin.

30 ml

Skin type: all skin types, especially normal, dry skin

Skin concern: dehydration, damaged barrier

Quantity must be 1 or more

description

Hyaluronic acid is a natural moisturizing factor (NMF) that can bind up to 1000 times its own weight in water. This formula focuses on ultra-moisturizing high-molecular-weight versions for ample surface hydration as well as on medium-molecular weight versions, whose strong point is to strengthen the skin barrier and to reinforce the skin’s natural defense & healing mechanisms.

4.5-5.5

Forms of Hyaluronic Acid

Panthenol
Betaine

Who is it for?

Everyone, but especially for normal to dry skin types. For combo to oily skin, see our Light version.

Skin Type

all skin types, ideal for normal, dry skin

Skin Problem

dehydration, damaged barrier

Texture

silky, lightweight, non-sticky, gel texture

how to use it?

Apply a few drops to the face or blend with your favorite moisturizer. Can be used either in the AM and/or PM.
Shelf life: 2 years from production (unopened), 6 months PAO (period after opening)

Ingredients & Research

key ingredients:

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer – A new generation, cross-linked hyaluronic acid, whose water binding ability is several times greater than the already amazing water-binding ability of hyaluronic acid. Also offers longer-term moisturizing benefits.

Sodium Hyaluronate - The most common, salt-form of hyaluronic acid that can be found in larger and smaller molecular weight in the formula.

Tremella Fuciformis (Mushroom) Extract – The extract of silver ear mushroom known for its amazing water-binding abilities. It contains sugar constituents including Glucuronic acid, one of the building blocks of Hyaluronic Acid. It also cosmetically elegant, non-sticky, and has additional antioxidant benefits.

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid – A smaller molecular weight version of Hyaluronic Acid that is known for its ability to reinforce the skin’s natural defense & healing mechanisms.

Panthenol – A classic skincare ingredient that is a reliable soothing, moisturizing and skin-protecting agent.

full inci list:

Water, Betaine, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tremella Fuciformis (Mushroom) Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol

research:

Papakonstantinou, Eleni, Michael Roth, and George Karakiulakis. “Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging.” Dermato-endocrinology4.3 (2012): 253-258.

Schlesinger, Todd, and Callie Rowland Powell. “Efficacy and safety of a low-molecular weight hyaluronic Acid topical gel in the treatment of facial seborrheic dermatitis.” The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology 5.10 (2012): 20.

Journal of immunology, 2008 Aug 1, Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid Increases the Self-Defense of Skin Epithelium by Induction of β-Defensin 2 via TLR2 and TLR4

A little goes a long way...

The glow combo and lotion made my face break out like I was back in my teenage years. I boiled it down to this serum.
This leaves your skin feeling tacky/sticky if you use more than a few drops, a little goes a very long way. I then switched from adding straight to my skin, into a facial lotion which seemed to help that out a bit.
Will I buy this again? Probably not, but overall it is a good product. Just not for my skin.

Better than branded HA

Not only it is better than a branded HA that I used previously but it has a lower price tag. I love the thin texture. I use it after spaying my face and neck with Liquid Hydration and it is and feels well hydrated all day long.
Thanks Geek and Gorgeous!

The best!

This is the best HA serum I have tried. Leaves skin nourished, fresh, and even plump without any sticky feeling. Love it!

Incroyable

Ce produit est incroyable, un changeur de peau. Hydratation +++.
En revanche, contenant beaucoup trop petit qui me pousse à chercher un acide hyaluronique aussi efficace... Ailleurs. En 100ml, non en 30.
Un flacon me dure 2 semaines, c'est bien trop peu.

Fantastic product that makes my skin look so plumped and souple. I put my day cream on top of it as it’s getting colder!

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