Hyaluronic Serum

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The Ultimate Guide to Using Hyaluronic Acid for Anti-Aging

What Is Hyaluronic Acid?

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring substance that helps keep skin hydrated and plump. It is found in the highest concentrations in the skin, eyes, and joints. HA is a type of glycosaminoglycan, which are found in the extracellular matrix (ECM), the space between cells. The ECM is a network of proteins and other molecules that surrounds and supports cells.

The MAIN Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid for Skin

  • Moisturising: Hyaluronic acid is a natural humectant, which means it draws water from the air and into the skin. This helps to keep the skin hydrated and plump, which can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
  • Anti-ageing: Hyaluronic acid can help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines by plumping up the skin. It can also help to improve the overall appearance of the skin by making it look smoother and more radiant.
  • Wound healing: Hyaluronic acid can help to speed up the healing process of wounds and cuts. It does this by attracting water to the wound, which helps to keep it moist and clean. This helps to prevent infection and promote healing.
  • Eczema and psoriasis: Hyaluronic acid can help to relieve the symptoms of eczema and psoriasis. It does this by moisturizing the skin and reducing inflammation.

More Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Ageing Skin:

  1. Reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines
  2. Makes the skin look smoother and more youthful
  3. Protects the skin from damage caused by the sun, pollution, and other environmental factors
  4. Reduces inflammation and redness
  5. Improves the skin’s ability to retain moisture

How to Use Hyaluronic Acid for Skin

It is important to apply your hyaluronic acid serum on clean, damp skin. This will help the serum to absorb better and hydrate your skin more effectively. You should apply your HA serum twice a day, morning and night. This will help to keep your skin hydrated all day long. Visit our Frequently Asked Questions section for more information.

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The Ultimate Guide to Using Hyaluronic Acid for Anti-Aging

24 Benefits & Features of Our HA Serum

  • Skin cell regeneration
  • Reduces the appearance of lines and wrinkles
  • Increased skin resilience
  • Promotes wound healing
  • Detoxifies the skin
  • Boosts collagen and elastin production
  • Improves skin texture
  • Incredible humectant | deep hydration that lasts all day
  • Reduces inflammation
  • Dewy and radiant skin
  • Protects existing collagen from damage
  • Hydrating micro and mini hyaluronic acid for deep penetration
  • Fast absorbing
  • Nutrients to renew and illuminate
  • Supportive plant stem cells
  • Balancing minerals & vitamins
  • Nourishing omega 3’s
  • Moisturizing fatty acids
  • Restorative phytonutrients
  • Free-radical fighting antioxidants
  • Natural, organic and luxurious anti-ageing formula for superior skin hydration
  • Ideal for all skin types | daily AM and PM use
  • Produced in small batches for outstanding quality and freshness
  • 100% natural ingredients, formulated without sulphates, parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, SLSs or PEGs

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I’ve captured the magic in this ultra-unique, one-of-a-kind, luxurious, organic, and exceptionally formulated hyaluronic acid serum. It deeply hydrates, moisturises, repairs, nourishes, protects your skin’s barrier, detoxifies and stimulates collagen & elastin to form new skin cells.

The Ultimate Guide to Using Hyaluronic Acid for Anti-Aging

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This unique, one-of-a-kind, organic anti-ageing product is an all-in-one, advanced hyaluronic acid serum that is suitable for all skin types and colours. The goal: Radiate Youth!

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Michelle | Val de Vie

“Just a quick email to thank you for such an amazing product. This hyaluronic acid ‘serum’ is such a beautiful multi-tasker! It’s as if this product is tailor-made for my skin. I have used Dr Sturm’s hyaluronic serum at great cost and find that your product is by far more superior when it comes to all-round anti-ageing results. Highly recommended! “

Genevieve | Oude Westhof

“Ek dog ek laat jou net weet dat my vel het nog nooit beter gelyk en gevoel nie. Ek is absoluut mal oor jou ‘hyaluronic youth potion’. Ek was nog nooit bang om geld te spandeer op myself nie en kannie glo dat ek so fantastiese produk vir so billike prys kon aankoop nie. Dankie vir jou uitstekende diens!”

Kyla T | Bloubergstrand

“Just received my bottle of youth potion. WOW, WOW, WOW! I am really impressed with this product. It’s a hyaluronic acid serum on steroids 😉 It hits all my skin care needs in ONE product. Also fantastic as a skin primer for makeup. My base goes on very smooth and doesn’t cake. You’ll be hearing from me again soon! Thank you so much!”

Liezel | Port Elizabeth

“Wil net vir tannie dankie sê vir die oulike verrassing wat saam met die hyaluronic serumpie gekom het. My ma was baie beïndruk met haar moedersdag geskenk. Sy kannie ophou spog oor haar ‘potion’ nie 🙂 Dankie vir alles!”

Margaret S | Durbanville

“I came across your product via a referral. I have been altenating between brands such as Esse, Dr Hauschka and SKOON over the past 5 years. I started using your SkinAlchemy Youth Potion over the past month and I am blown away. My skin looks and feels rejuvenated and the scent is simply bewithcing! Thanks for an exceptional product and great service.”

Thomas S | Umhlanga

“Purchased this hyaluronic acid serum for my wife and mother after doing a bit of research. They try to only use natural and organic products, so this exactly what I was looking for. Just wanted to let you know that they are very happy with their gift and keep on saying how great it smells. I agree. Definitely a winner!”

Lynn S | Parkhurst | JHB

“OMG!! This product is amazing! It truly is alchemy in an all-in-one product. I have referred my mom, sister and girlfriends to your site as we’re always sharing our amazing skin care finds. The best hyaluronic acid serum ever!” Thanks Chantelle

Francesco M | Llandudno

“I did good by my wife. She loves it! We’re always looking for good quality, locally produced products. I stumbled upon it on Instagram while looking at wedding venues in Cape Town – glad I did! Extremely happy with our purchase.”

Melony T | Constantia

“I look forward to my new morning ritual now. It’s an aromatherapy experience that I enjoy every morning and evening. I warm it in my hands, cup it over my nose, and inhale the beautiful smell. A great start to my day! My colleagues and friends constantly comment that I smell good. I’ve converted many of them :)”

Marianne S | East London

“The moment I applied the serum I knew I loved it! My hubby loves the smell! He says I smell provocative 😉 This really is the best hyaluronic based serum I’ve used and I’m sticking to it. Please don’t stop making it.”

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I am proud to offer you an advanced hyaluronic acid serum featuring game-changing, organic, and powerful anti-ageing ingredients. This hyaluronic formula acts as a serum, elixir, oil, balm, treatment and moisturiser – a truly unique, one-of-a-kind, all-in-one anti-ageing potion.

This ultra-concentrated formula deeply penetrates to repair, hydrate and nourish for youthful, radiant, and healthy skin. It has immediate effects, plus lasting action in a single, one-size-fits-all product!

SKINALCHEMY Ultimate Youth Potion is a multi-functional product that contains potent, breakthrough skincare ingredients such as multi-molecular hyaluronic acid, enhanced copper peptides, proprietary active floral extracts, next-generation plant stem cells and exclusively steam distilled botanical oils. The next-generation botanical stem cells are extraordinary as they help to produce healthier, more youthful-looking skin cells. In order for them to be effective, these stem cells need to be in a formula that is at least 60% water soluble and has a low pH.

At the heart of this supercharged hyaluronic youth potion formula lies an alchemical process that takes 33 days to complete resulting in superior quality and effectiveness.

 

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Hyaluronic Youth Serum | INGREDIENTS

skincare ingredients that deliver unmatched quality, multi-beneficial performance, and universal efficacy

SKINALCHEMY Youth Potion is a multi-functional product that contains potent, breakthrough skincare ingredients such as multi-molecular hyaluronic acid, enhanced copper peptides, proprietary active floral extracts, next-generation plant stem cells and exclusively distilled botanical oils.

ORGANIC & WILDCRAFTED – SKINALCHEMY Youth Potion is naturally formulated, with organically grown and wildcrafted ingredients. We work with small farmers to ensure top quality essential oils to offer you the most potent, handcrafted botanical product available. Our products are sustainably packaged, cruelty-free, environment-friendly and handcrafted in South Africa.

CLEAN INGREDIENTS

  • Rose Damascena Otto Hydrosol
  • Aloe Indica Royle
  • Enhanced Copper Peptides
  • Multi-Molecular Encapsulated Hyaluronic Acid
  • Next-Generation Stem Cell Matrix
  • Steam Distilled Rose Otto Oil
  • Steam Distilled Immortelle
  • Steam Distilled Cananga Odorata
  • Steam Distilled Citrus Aurantium Amara
  • Steam Distilled Commiphora Myrrha
  • Steam Distilled Muscat Oman Boswellia Carterii

● Paraben free ● Alcohol free ● No artificial colours ● No artificial scents ● No GMO-sourced ingredients ● NOTHING Synthetic

SKINALCHEMY Youth Potion is wildcrafted, organic, natural, and handmade in small batches to ensure quality control. We research, curate, infuse, and combine our carefully sourced ingredients to create the most effective skin care possible. If you are a discerned customer looking for a high-end product that is clean, effective and luxurious, this is it!

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HYALURONIC ACID | pronounced : hiya-loo-ro-nic acid

Hyaluronic Acid / other names : Hyaluronate, Acide Hyaluronique, Ácido Hialurónico, Glycoaminoglycan, Glycoaminoglycane, Hyaluran, Hyaluronan, Hyaluronate de Sodium, Hyaluronate Sodium, Hylan, Sodium Hyaluronate; also mispronounced Hydraulic Acid.

Hyaluronic Acid | Frequently Asked Questions

How Many Types of Hyaluronic Acid are There?

There are three main types of hyaluronic acid:

  • Sodium hyaluronate: This is the most common type of hyaluronic acid and is used in a variety of skincare products. It is a salt of hyaluronic acid, which makes it more stable and easier to incorporate into products.
  • Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid: This is a smaller form of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate the skin more easily. It is often used in serums and other products that are designed to hydrate the skin.
  • Cross-linked hyaluronic acid: This is a type of hyaluronic acid that has been chemically modified to make it more stable. It is often used in injectable products, such as dermal fillers.

SkinAlchemy Ultimate Youth Potion uses an encapsulated hyaluronic acid: This is a type of hyaluronic acid that has been surrounded by a protective layer. This layer can be made of a variety of materials, such as liposomes, nanoparticles, or polymers. Encapsulating hyaluronic acid has a number of benefits, including:

Improved stability: Encapsulating hyaluronic acid can help to protect it from degradation by enzymes and other factors. This can make it more effective and longer-lasting.

Increased bioavailability: Encapsulating hyaluronic acid can help to increase its bioavailability, meaning that more of it can be absorbed by the body. This can make it more effective at treating conditions such as dry skin and joint pain.

Reduced side effects: Encapsulating hyaluronic acid can help to reduce the risk of side effects, such as redness, swelling, and itching.

Each type of hyaluronic acid has its own benefits and drawbacks. Sodium hyaluronate is the most effective at moisturizing the skin, but it can be too large to penetrate the skin deeply. Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid is smaller and can penetrate the skin more easily, but it is not as effective at moisturizing as sodium hyaluronate. Cross-linked hyaluronic acid is more stable than other types of hyaluronic acid, but it can be more expensive.

When choosing a hyaluronic acid product, it is important to consider your skin type and your desired results. If you have dry skin, you may want to choose a product that contains sodium hyaluronate. If you have oily skin, you may want to choose a product that contains hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid. If you are looking for a product that will provide long-lasting results, you may want to choose a product that contains cross-linked hyaluronic acid.

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What Are the Benefits of Using Hyaluronic Acid for Skin?

  • Moisturizing: Hyaluronic acid is a humectant, which means it attracts water. When applied to the skin, hyaluronic acid helps to bind water to the skin, which can help to plump up the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Protecting: Hyaluronic acid helps to protect the skin from damage caused by the sun, pollution, and other environmental factors.
    Promoting wound healing: Hyaluronic acid can help to promote wound healing by stimulating the growth of new skin cells.
  • Improving the appearance of scars: Hyaluronic acid can help to improve the appearance of scars by reducing their size and redness.
  • Reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines: Hyaluronic acid can help to plump up the skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
  • Making skin look smoother and more radiant: Hyaluronic acid can help to hydrate the skin and make it look smoother and more radiant.
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How To Apply Hyaluronic to Your Face

For best results apply hyaluronic acid serum to a damp/wet after cleansing. Using filtered water to mist your face after cleansing is recommended as tap water contains many chemicals which will be absorbed into the skin. 

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How Can I Use Hyaluronic Acid for Skin?

  • Topical application: Hyaluronic acid can be applied to the skin in a variety of forms, such as creams, serums, and gels.
  • Injectable: Hyaluronic acid can be injected into the skin to plump up wrinkles and fine lines.
  • Oral supplements: Hyaluronic acid can be taken orally in supplement form.

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Is Hyaluronic Acid Safe During Pregnancy?

Hyaluronic acid is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. It is a naturally occurring substance that is found in the body, and it is not known to cause any harm to the fetus. Make sure that the product you’re using is all natural and organic. It should not include any toxic preservatives or harmful chemicals as everything you put on your skin ultimately absorbs into your bloodstream.

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Does the Size of Hyaluronic Acid Matter?

Yes, the molecular size of hyaluronic acid does matter. Hyaluronic acid is a long, chain-like molecule, and the size of the chain can affect how it is absorbed by the skin. Smaller hyaluronic acid molecules are more easily absorbed, while larger molecules are less easily absorbed.

There are three main types of hyaluronic acid:

  • Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid: This type of hyaluronic acid has a molecular weight of less than 100,000 Daltons. It is the smallest type of hyaluronic acid, and it is the most easily absorbed by the skin. Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid is often used in skincare products because it can help to hydrate the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Medium molecular weight hyaluronic acid: This type of hyaluronic acid has a molecular weight of between 100,000 and 1,000,000 Daltons. It is larger than low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, but it is still small enough to be absorbed by the skin. Medium molecular weight hyaluronic acid is often used in medical products, such as dermal fillers, because it can help to plump up the skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
  • High molecular weight hyaluronic acid: This type of hyaluronic acid has a molecular weight of more than 1,000,000 Daltons. It is the largest type of hyaluronic acid, and it is not easily absorbed by the skin. High molecular weight hyaluronic acid is often used in wound care products because it can help to keep the wound moist and promote healing.
  • Super-low molecular weight hyaluronic acid: This type of hyaluronic acid can be found in a variety of skincare products, including creams, serums, and gels. It is important to note that super-low molecular weight hyaluronic acid can be more expensive than other types of hyaluronic acid. It is also important to choose a product that is made with a high concentration of super-low molecular weight hyaluronic acid in order to get the most benefits.

When choosing a hyaluronic acid product, it is important to consider the molecular size of the hyaluronic acid. If you are looking for a product that will hydrate the skin, you should choose a product that contains low molecular weight hyaluronic acid. If you are looking for a product that will plump up the skin, you should choose a product that contains medium molecular weight hyaluronic acid. If you are looking for a product that will help to heal a wound, you should choose a product that contains high molecular weight hyaluronic acid.

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Why Is Super-Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid So Expensive?

There are a few reasons why super-low molecular weight hyaluronic acid (HA) is so expensive:

  • It is difficult to produce. Super-low molecular weight HA is made by breaking down larger HA molecules into smaller ones. This process is difficult and time-consuming, which drives up the cost.
  • It is in high demand. Super-low molecular weight HA is a popular ingredient in skincare products because it is effective at hydrating the skin. The high demand for this product also contributes to its high price.
  • It is mostly sold as a premium product. Some skincare companies market super-low molecular weight HA as a premium product, which can also drive up the price.

Despite the high price, super-low molecular weight HA can be a valuable addition to a skincare routine. If you are looking for a product that will hydrate your skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, super-low molecular weight HA may be an ideal option for you.

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Hyaluronic Acid vs Sodium Hyaluronate

There are a few reasons why super-low molecular weight hyaluronic acid (HA) is so expensive:

  • It is difficult to produce. Super-low molecular weight HA is made by breaking down larger HA molecules into smaller ones. This process is difficult and time-consuming, which drives up the cost.
  • It is in high demand. Super-low molecular weight HA is a popular ingredient in skincare products because it is effective at hydrating the skin. The high demand for this product also contributes to its high price.
  • It is mostly sold as a premium product. Some skincare companies market super-low molecular weight HA as a premium product, which can also drive up the price.

Despite the high price, super-low molecular weight HA can be a valuable addition to a skincare routine. If you are looking for a product that will hydrate your skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, super-low molecular weight HA may be an ideal option for you.

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