WHAT IS HYALURONIC ACID?

Hyaluronic acid is a powerhouse ingredient when it comes to combating the signs of ageing, and here’s why:

1. Intense Hydration

Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the skin that has the ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water. As we age, our skin’s natural moisture levels decrease, leading to dryness, fine lines, and a lack of elasticity. Hyaluronic acid restores hydration, plumping the skin and smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles.

2. Boosts Skin Elasticity

By improving moisture levels, hyaluronic acid helps to increase skin elasticity, giving it a firmer, more youthful appearance. When skin is hydrated, it looks more supple and is better able to resist the signs of ageing, like sagging and wrinkles.

3. Plumps the Skin

As skin ages, it naturally loses volume and can appear hollow, especially in areas like the cheeks and under the eyes. Hyaluronic acid works by replenishing lost moisture, which plumps the skin from within, restoring a youthful fullness.

4. Smooths Fine Lines and Wrinkles

Hyaluronic acid not only provides hydration but also fills in lines and creases by retaining water in the skin. This makes it especially effective in reducing the appearance of fine lines, making skin look smoother and more youthful.

5. Supports Skin Healing

Hyaluronic acid has regenerative properties that can help promote skin healing and repair. This is beneficial for ageing skin, which often takes longer to recover from damage. It helps soothe irritated skin and improve the overall texture.

6. Compatible with All Skin Types

One of the best things about hyaluronic acid is that it is gentle and safe for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It can be used by people of all ages to address a range of skin concerns without causing irritation.

7. Fights Free Radicals

Hyaluronic acid has antioxidant properties, which means it can neutralise harmful free radicals that contribute to ageing. This protective effect helps reduce the impact of environmental factors like pollution and UV radiation.

HOW DO I INCREASE HYALURONIC ACID LEVELS IN MY SKIN?

Increasing hyaluronic acid levels in your skin is essential for maintaining hydration, plumpness, and a youthful appearance. Here are several effective ways to boost hyaluronic acid levels:

1. Use Hyaluronic Acid Serums and Moisturisers

Topical products containing hyaluronic acid are one of the most direct ways to increase its levels in your skin. Serums and moisturisers with hyaluronic acid penetrate the skin’s surface to deliver moisture deep into the layers. We recommend Dibi Milano's Hydra Perfection Hyaluronic Acid Concentrate and Extreme Moisturising Cream. For best results:

• Apply to damp skin to help lock in hydration.
• Follow with a moisturiser to seal the hyaluronic acid in.
• Exfoliate regularly to remove dead skin cells, allowing hyaluronic acid products to penetrate more effectively.
  
  

2. Professional Facials

Regular facials such as Hydrafacial, Dibi Milano Dermoregen Facial and WOW Facial are all very effective treatments which infuse your skin with hyaluronic acid and other beneficial skin ingredients to boost hydration and plump fine lines and wrinkles. We recommend 4-6 weekly treatments to keep your skin in tip top shape.

3. Get Injectable Hyaluronic Acid Treatments

For those looking for a more intensive option, injectable hyaluronic acid treatments such as Profhilo, Profhilo Structura and Dermal Filler are very effective and long lasting. These are used to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and add hydration in a more targeted, immediate way to boost hyaluronic acid in specific areas of the face.

4. Microneedling with Hyaluronic Acid

Microneedling treatments involve tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate collagen production. When combined with hyaluronic acid serums, microneedling allows the acid to penetrate deeper into the skin, boosting hydration and plumping more effectively.

5. Boost Your Skin’s Collagen Production

Collagen and hyaluronic acid work hand in hand to keep skin youthful. Using products or treatments that stimulate collagen, like retinoids, peptides, polynucleotides or microneedling treatments can also indirectly help increase hyaluronic acid production.

By combining these methods, you can significantly increase hyaluronic acid levels in your skin, resulting in more hydrated, plump, and youthful-looking skin.

In summary, Hyaluronic Acid is essential for ageing skin because it restores moisture, plumps up volume, smooths wrinkles, and helps the skin appear more youthful and radiant. Its hydrating and anti-ageing properties make it a go-to ingredient in skincare for anyone looking to keep their skin looking fresh, firm, and vibrant.

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Nikki xx