Hyaluronic acid is one of the most effective and universal cosmetics. It serves practically every type of skin, and is also very helpful in skin care at any age.

The amount of hyaluronic acid naturally present in the skin decreases with age, and we feel this decrease by observing, among other things, a loss of firmness and compactness. So, in the long run, the greatest benefits of using this cosmetic will be felt by older skin - because the application will supplement its deficiencies. Nevertheless, it is also highly recommended for young skin, because insufficient skin hydration is actually a common problem affecting young skin as well as more mature ones.

But deep hydration is just one of the benefits we get from using acid. The others are no less important. It also acts as a promoter of the penetration of ingredients into the skin. In practice, hyaluronic acid will enhance the moisturizing, smoothing and conditioning effect of any substance applied to the skin - i.e. cream, oil or oil serum.

At what stage of care should hyaluronic acid be included?

Hyaluronic acid is a cosmetic that we include in our care without giving up anything we have been using so far. This is its great advantage over other cosmetics, which usually push products that we like and are used to out of our cosmetic bag.

It can be used on dry, previously cleansed skin. Even better results are achieved by applying it to the skin immediately after spraying it with a tonic or hydrolate. Applying the acid to still-damp skin makes it easy to spread and absorb.

Our care steps would then look like this:

• facial cleansing/makeup removal
• toning (with a cotton swab or spraying with an atomizer)
• hyaluronic acid (or a light serum based on hyaluronic acid)
• cream/oil/squalane/oil serum

Hyaluronic acid is a humectant - it retains water in the skin. It is a water-gel substance and like any substance of this type, we must "cover" it with something. In this way, we intensify its action where it should work, i.e. inside the skin. As a rule, we never leave hyaluronic acid alone. Immediately after its absorption, we apply a cream, oil, or oil serum - generally, a cosmetic that contains an oil phase.

Mix with other cosmetics or use alone?

There are complexions where the application is in stages - i.e. hyaluronic acid at the beginning, and then another cosmetic causes delicate rolling on some parts of the skin. In this case, it is worth trying the method with the application of hyaluronic acid mixed with another cosmetic. In the palm of your hand, mix a portion of the cream or oil with 1-2 drops of acid and after mixing, apply to the skin.

Every skin is different and has different preferences. That is why we recommend using the trial method to work out the best application method for you. The good news is that regardless of the method of application, the effect of the cosmetic on the skin will be just as effective.

Skin hydration is an important aspect of skincare

It is worth treating hydration as a separate, important stage of care. Proper hydration determines the smooth functioning of the skin, and better absorption of cosmetics and is effective anti-aging prophylaxis. Too little hydration of the skin is unfortunately common. Most women of all ages struggle with it. Hyaluronic acid is the answer to this key problem.

Its unique and effective action makes it a base for more advanced active cosmetics, apart from its stand-alone applications. They use its ability to promote the penetration of active substances into the skin. That is why hyaluronic acid is present in the Perfect Day Light Normalizing Serum and Mango Energy Revitalizing Elixir.

Hyaluronic acid perfectly cares for the entire face. It can be safely applied around the eyes (here we are talking about BIOUP hyaluronic acid - because the safe application in this most sensitive zone depends on the preservative system used).

It conditions the skin of the neck and cleavage very well - especially after the winter season.

It can also be used in the form of an additive to hair masks, lotions and hair serums. On your own, you can rub a small amount of acid into the damp scalp after washing your hair. Adding acid to the finished mask will improve its moisturizing properties, stimulating hair growth and appearance. Regular use of such a mixture makes the hair more flexible, smoother and more pleasant to the touch.

Hyaluronic acid accelerates skin regeneration processes - so it will work well as a means of supporting scarring.

In mixtures, it can also be used for hand and nail care.

It works well as an ingredient of all kinds of DIY masks made at home.

Visible effects at an affordable price

Hyaluronic acid is a cosmetic that should be in every woman's cosmetic bag.

It is rare to find a substance or cosmetic that gives such good and fast results as hyaluronic acid. You can read about which one will work best and what to consider when choosing it in the article "How to choose a good hyaluronic acid". If we choose hyaluronic acid paying attention to the size of the molecules, a quick improvement in the condition of the skin is actually guaranteed. It is much cheaper than advanced active cosmetics or moisturizing serums. For most complexions, pure hyaluronic acid used once or twice a day will give very good results. After restoring proper hydration, it is worth thinking about the next steps and providing the skin with substances that will support it in other areas. On the other hand, rebuilding the level of hydration should be treated as the first and basic care action. Remember that we do not leave hyaluronic acid on the skin and always cover it with something greasier, such as oil serum with vitamin C from BIOUP.