What is Hyaluronic Acid?
Hyaluronic Acid (HA) has been a spot-light ingredient within the skincare and beauty industry this year. Renowned for it’s anti-aging properties, HA is certainly an A-list ingredient that is surprisingly accessible. HA is a gel-like water holding molecule that occurs naturally in our bodies. It is the space filler and cushioning agent in all mammals. HA cushions joints and nerves.
In terms of skincare, Hyaluronic Acid keeps your skin well moisturized and reduces the signs of aging. Repairing the skin using HA can help to minimize the symptoms and effects of many skin troubles, including rosacea, sun damage and even sensitive skin. One gram of Hyalronic acid can hold up to 6 liters of water. It is a moisturizing miracle!
Hyaluronic Acid for haircare
The benefits for your hair and scalp seem to have been overlooked. Our Hyaluronic Density shampoo and conditioner use Hyaluronic Acid, formulated with amino acids and biotin isolates to visible improve hair density, fullness and softness. They are paraben and sulphate free, using natural and innovative formulations to bring you next level haircare that is gentle enough for regular use.
What to look out for
Brands are increasingly using Hyaluronic Acid (HA) within their products, but it is the concentration that you need to pay attention to. You can gauge if the product has a considerable amount of HA by where it appears in the ingredients. The higher the ingredient is in the list, the better. In some cases, ingredients are combined to make them more effective. For instance in our Hyaluronic Density Conditioner, you will see an ingredient called Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate.
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate is a special charged form of HA. The hair has a negative charge and the special HA has a positive charge. This positive charge then attaches to the hair and scalp with added moisture by ionic bonding. This helps to give hair a smoother look and feel, which can support easier combing and less breakage of the hair.
You should also look out for irritating and harsh ingredients such as alcohol and strong, synthetic fragrances. Harsh chemicals irritate the scalp and can disrupt hair growth. Dehydrating ingredients will only counteract the good that the HA is doing.