Hyaluronic acid is one of the most popular and versatile active ingredients in aesthetic-oriented medicine and skincare. Used for its hydrating and plumping properties, it is suitable for all skin types — oily, dry, combination, or sensitive. But did you know that hyaluronic acid can be formulated and applied specifically according to each patient’s skin type? This article explores how hyaluronic acid is used to treat different skin types and which formulas are most recommended.
Hyaluronic acid is a molecule naturally present in the skin, capable of retaining up to 1000 times its weight in water. This exceptional moisturizing property helps maintain the skin’s elasticity and firmness while providing deep hydration. Unlike other active ingredients that can be too harsh or unsuitable for certain skin types, hyaluronic acid is generally well tolerated by all skin types.
Advances in hyaluronic acid formulations now make it possible to meet the specific needs of each skin type.
It is important to offer personalized hyaluronic acid–based treatments, tailored to each patient’s needs, in order to guarantee optimal results.
Dry skin is characterized by a lack of hydration and lipids, which leads to sensations of tightness, redness, and flaking. As the skin barrier is often compromised, dry skin is more prone to irritation, environmental damage, and premature aging.
For dry skin, hyaluronic acid is used for its remarkable ability to attract and retain water within the deeper layers of the skin. The formulations recommended for dry skin generally contain low–molecular-weight hyaluronic acid, which penetrates deeply to deliver intense hydration from within.
The most popular products for dry skin are serums enriched with multi–molecular-weight hyaluronic acid. These serums combine hyaluronic acid molecules of different sizes to provide multi-level hydration, plumping the skin and strengthening the skin barrier.
Skinbooster injections, which use lightly cross-linked hyaluronic acid, are highly effective for treating dry skin. These injections provide intense and long-lasting hydration by stimulating collagen production and improving the skin’s elasticity. Some products are specifically designed to hydrate and revitalize dry skin, restoring radiance to the complexion and softness to the skin.
Non–cross-linked hyaluronic acid can also be injected using the mesotherapy technique to deliver superficial yet long-lasting hydration to the skin.
Oily skin is often associated with excessive sebum production, which can lead to a shiny appearance, enlarged pores, and a tendency toward acne. Contrary to what one might think, oily skin also needs hydration , but with lightweight products that do not clog pores or worsen seborrheic issues.
For oily skin, hyaluronic acid is used to provide lightweight hydration without weighing down the skin or clogging pores. The recommended formulations for this skin type generally contain high–molecular-weight hyaluronic acid, which hydrates the skin’s surface without penetrating too deeply.
Serums and gels are particularly effective for hydrating oily skin while maintaining a matte finish. These lightweight products are quickly absorbed and leave no greasy residue, helping to regulate sebum production while providing the necessary moisture.
Oily skin can also benefit from hyaluronic acid injections to correct texture irregularities and improve the appearance of enlarged pores. Injections of small amounts of hyaluronic acid help smooth the skin without adding excessive volume, making the skin more even and enhancing its radiance.
Some products are particularly appreciated for their ability to deeply hydrate the skin without creating shine or sebum buildup. These treatments are ideal for patients with oily skin who wish to achieve an overall improvement in skin quality and suppleness.
Combination skin features a mix of oily zones (usually the T-zone : forehead, nose, chin) and dry zones (often the cheeks). This requires a balanced approach that hydrates dry areas without overloading oily ones.
For combination skin, hyaluronic acid is ideal because it adapts to the specific needs of each area of the face. The recommended products are often lightweight serums or lotions that hydrate without weighing down the skin or clogging pores.
These products use advanced technologies to deliver targeted hydration while respecting the skin’s natural balance.
Hyaluronic acid injections can be performed strategically to restore balance to combination skin. Some products are formulated to be flexible and adapt to the different areas of the face, providing a smoothing effect on dry zones and a firming effect on oilier areas.
Advanced injection techniques, such as MD Codes™, allow precise targeting of the areas that need correction, ensuring a harmonious and natural result.
Sensitive skin often reacts to skincare products , the skin becomes red and irritated. This skin type requires gentle, soothing care that hydrates without causing irritation.
Hyaluronic acid is one of the gentlest and most well-tolerated ingredients for sensitive skin. Products formulated for this skin type generally contain hyaluronic acid combined with soothing ingredients such as allantoin or colloidal oatmeal, which reduce redness and irritation while providing deep hydration.
Hyaluronic acid is used in the Skin Training.Skin Training protocol.
Sensitive skin can benefit from specific fillers designed to minimize reactions. Some products are formulated to provide deep hydration while soothing sensitive skin, thanks to their concentration of lightly cross-linked hyaluronic acid.
Mature skin shows signs of aging such as wrinkles, sagging, and volume loss. These skin types require treatments that not only hydrate but also stimulate collagen production and improve firmness.
For mature skin, hyaluronic acid is used not only for its hydrating properties but also for its ability to plump the skin and fill in wrinkles. These products often contain hyaluronic acid combined with peptides to boost collagen and improve skin firmness.
Hyaluronic acid is used in the Skin Restore protocol.
Volumizing hyaluronic acid injections are specifically designed to restore lost volume, lift fat pads, and redefine facial contours. Specific injection techniques such as the medical facelift (Soft Lift, Abeille Lift, 8-Point Lift) have been developed to provide a natural lifting effect without surgery.
Article written by Dr Romano Valeria
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