Hyaluronic acid, long recognised for its powerful moisturising and plumping properties, is now an essential ally in skin care, particularly for sensitive skin. Hyaluronic acid is at the heart of skincare routines designed to soothe, moisturise and protect reactive skin. This article explores the benefits of hyaluronic acid for sensitive skin, its mechanisms of action and new products that offer optimal efficacy while minimising the risk of irritation.
Sensitive skin is characterised by increased reactivity to external aggressors, cosmetic products and climatic variations. It often manifests itself as redness, tightness, itching and irritation. One of the main problems of sensitive skin is its difficulty in retaining moisture, which weakens the skin barrier and increases transepidermal water loss.
L'hyaluronic acid is ideal for sensitive skin because of its ability to intensely moisturise without causing irritation. This molecule, naturally present in the skin, plays a key role in maintaining skin hydration and elasticity. It acts like a sponge, able to retain up to 1000 times its weight in water, helping to strengthen the skin's barrier and improve its tolerance to external factors.
Unlike some active ingredients that can be too aggressive for sensitive skin, hyaluronic acid is gentle and well tolerated by most users. It does not penetrate too deeply into the skin, which reduces the risk of irritation. Dermatologists and aesthetic doctors often recommend hyaluronic acid as the first choice moisturiser for patients with sensitive skin.
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Hyaluronic acid is an excellent moisturiser for sensitive skin because it draws water into the skin, helping to maintain optimum hydration without clogging pores. Unlike some emollients or occlusives, it does not leave an oily film on the skin, reducing the risk of congestion and acne, often associated with sensitive and reactive skin. Hyaluronic acid-based serums offer light but powerful hydration, soothing the skin without overloading it.
Numerous research studies confirm that hyaluronic acid helps to strengthen the skin barrier, which is essential for sensitive skin. A healthy skin barrier is crucial for protecting the skin from external irritants, pollutants and allergens. By increasing the water content of the epidermis, hyaluronic acid preserves the skin's protective barrier, reducing its sensitivity and reactivity to environmental stress factors.
Sensitive skin is often prone to redness and inflammation. Hyaluronic acid has anti-inflammatory properties that help to soothe irritation and reduce redness. Skin care products formulated with hyaluronic acid and soothing agents such as centella asiatica or allantoin are particularly popular for calming sensitive skin while moisturising.
Sensitive skin is also often more vulnerable to premature ageing due to its inability to retain water effectively and protect itself from environmental aggressors. Hyaluronic acid, by ensuring deep hydration and reinforcing the skin barrier, helps to prevent the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. Products combining hyaluronic acid with antioxidants are becoming increasingly popular for protecting and rejuvenating sensitive skin.
Sensitive skin needs special care, and the new hyaluronic acid-based products are the perfect answer. Formulated to deeply moisturise and soothe without irritating, these products have become indispensable for delicate skin.
Multi-molecular weight hyaluronic acid serums are a big trend for sensitive skin. These products contain hyaluronic acid molecules of different weights, providing the skin with hydration on several levels. The lower molecular weight molecules penetrate deeply for intense hydration, while the higher molecular weight molecules hydrate the surface layers of the skin, creating a protective barrier.
These serums moisturise without irritating and help restore the moisture balance of sensitive skin.
Soothing creams formulated with hyaluronic acid and anti-inflammatory ingredients are also in high demand. These creams are designed to intensely moisturise while soothing irritation and redness.
Fabric masks enriched with hyaluronic acid are highly appreciated for their ability to provide instant hydration and soothe sensitive skin. These masks are impregnated with a concentrated serum that quickly penetrates the skin, reducing redness and tightness in just a few minutes.
These masks are gaining in popularity for their ability to soothe and intensely moisturise sensitive skin without the risk of irritation.
Hyaluronic acid-based facial sprays are a practical and effective solution for moisturising sensitive skin all day long. They provide light hydration without weighing the skin down, ideal for refreshing and soothing sensitive skin in dry or air-conditioned environments.
These sprays are formulated to gently moisturise, soothe redness and revitalise the skin at all times.
Combination products that combine hyaluronic acid with other ingredients beneficial to sensitive skin are proving very popular. These formulations are designed to offer a dual action: intense hydration and soothing.
Serums combining hyaluronic acid and niacinamide are highly prized for their ability to reduce redness and inflammation while maintaining optimal hydration. Creams combining hyaluronic acid and centella asiatica are ideal for strengthening the skin barrier while soothing sensitive skin.
Hyaluronic acid has established itself as an essential ingredient for sensitive skin care. Its ability to deeply moisturise, strengthen the skin barrier and soothe irritation makes it a preferred choice for those looking to improve the appearance and health of their skin without the risk of a reaction. The new products, specially formulated for sensitive skin, meet the specific needs of this type of skin, offering a range of effective, gentle solutions.
Incorporating hyaluronic acid-based products into your skincare routine is important if you want healthier, more resilient skin.
Article written by Dr Romano Valeria
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