Can I use hyaluronic acid on my arms and legs?
Ever since the day hyaluronic acid made its way into our daily skincare routine, we’ve been obsessed with it! This ingenious ingredient occurs naturally in the body and is derived from sugar cane. It has a variety of benefits and abilities to moisturize the skin’s protective barrier and ensure that it is well protected from environmental impacts. Not to mention, it also fights signs of dehydration and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. These are just some of the benefits you can expect when you use hyaluronic acid in your skincare routine. Now you understand our obsession a little better, right?
The magic of hyaluronic acid isn’t limited to skincare benefits, but when you use it on your body, you can also expect impressive hydration. So this made me wonder if you can use hyaluronic acid on your arms and legs. Let’s dig in to find out more.
Can hyaluronic acid be applied on the body?
You actually can. Many skincare experts rave about the effects of hyaluronic acid-enriched body gels, lotions, and creams. They can rejuvenate tired-looking skin on the body, especially on areas like arms, elbows, legs, and knees that can get really dry. If you get sunburned or overexposed to the sun, you will really notice a difference and improvement in your overall skin health. This can often leave the skin on your body and face feeling tight, dry and uncomfortable. On any tropical and warm holiday, be sure to take a body gel with you containing hyaluronic acid to keep your skin healthy, hydrated and in tip-top shape.
Which skin types are best suited for hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid is great for almost all skin types, as all skin types are susceptible to dehydration. Due to hyaluronic acid’s hydrating properties, you may find that it attracts moisture around your face and even binds moisture in skincare formulas. The result is plump, hydrated, and youthful looking skin. The best results are achieved by skin types that are dry and prone to rashes from certain conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, and even daily exposure to dryness from central heating and harsh climates, to name just a few environmental factors. If you have oily skin, you’ll also find that it’s suffering from dehydration, which not only weakens the skin barrier, making it more susceptible to possible damage, but can also cause signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles, to become more noticeable.
Can hyaluronic acid be applied to hands?
Absolutely! Using a hand cream with hyaluronic acid and SPF every day ensures your hand skin is well protected from damage, fights fine lines and dry patches, and boosts collagen production for a refreshed, youthful-looking skin.
When it comes to self-care, our hands are often the last thing on our minds. But because they are constantly exposed to free radicals from UV rays and harsh weather every day, they are one of the first areas of the body to show signs of aging, starting with fine lines and dark pigmentation spots (also known as age spots).
What happens if you use too much hyaluronic acid?
Unfortunately, you can have too much of a good thing. In fact, you can use too much hyaluronic acid and its powerful hydrating properties can make your skin even thirstier. This is because hyaluronic acid is constantly absorbing moisture from the air around your face and from other skincare products. When HA (hyaluronic acid) senses that there isn’t enough moisture in the air or in a product’s formula, it starts to draw moisture from the underlying layers of the skin, inadvertently preventing your skin from performing at its best.
Can hyaluronic acid be used every day?
Yes, you absolutely can! In fact, using products rich in hyaluronic acid twice a day is highly recommended. To get the most out of it, use it in your morning and evening routine, applying it to freshly cleansed skin, preferably still slightly damp, to activate the hydrating properties of hyaluronic acid. You’ll find that using a serum rich in hyaluronic acid will keep your skin barrier plump and hydrated, making all the other products you apply to your face absorb quickly and see results soon.
As with all skincare ingredients, it’s important to make sure they’re the best fit for you and your skin. Therefore, I recommend consulting a doctor or dermatologist and performing a 24-hour patch test on your skin to avoid any adverse reactions.
Are there any side effects to hyaluronic acid?
The short answer is: not really, as hyaluronic acid is generally considered very safe for almost all skin types. There are very few reports of side effects from using hyaluronic acid in your daily skin care routine. However, as mentioned before, it’s important to make sure you and your skin benefit from this powerful ingredient in your daily life.
Should I apply hyaluronic acid on wet skin?
Yes, because hyaluronic acid has a magnetic attraction to water, it works when applied to wet skin. Of course, remember that the skin shouldn’t be too wet, as this will prevent skincare formulas from absorbing into the skin’s surface. Generally, when applying skincare, it’s best to work from the thinnest formula to the thickest. This is ideal so that you can enjoy the benefits of a hyaluronic acid-infused serum that is applied after cleansing and exfoliating tonics, but before thicker moisturizers.
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