Hyaluronic acid is everywhere. But do we really know what it is and why it's so beneficial for the skin? We'll explain everything.
What is hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid is a molecule naturally present in our body, particularly in the skin, joints, and eyes. Its main role: to retain water. A single molecule can hold up to 1000 times its weight in water.
Why use it in cosmetics?
With age and external aggressions (sun, pollution, stress), our skin produces less hyaluronic acid. The result: it dries out, loses elasticity, and wrinkles become more visible. Applying it as a topical treatment helps compensate for this loss and maintain good skin hydration.
Small or large molecules: what's the difference?
It all depends on the size of the molecules:
- Large molecules: stay on the surface, forming an immediate hydrating and smoothing film.
- Small molecules: penetrate deeper for long-lasting hydration.
The best treatments combine both for immediate and long-term effects.
How to incorporate it into your routine?
Hyaluronic acid should ideally be applied to slightly damp skin, before your moisturizer. It can be used morning and evening, on all skin types, even the most sensitive.
At Kymora, we incorporate hyaluronic acid into our makeup formulas so that every beauty step is also a skincare step.