Pure Hyaluronic Acid: Is It Really Effective?

The recent craze of hyaluronic acid in skin care has result to some people asking if pure hyaluronic acid will work better than its modified forms that most consumers buy.

Raw and Pure

There is no denying that hyaluronic acid indeed works wonders for the skin. With its water-retaining properties, it helps moisturize the skin and make it look young and supple. For its lubricating properties, it has been proven to help treat joint problems among the elderly and improve eyesight as well. Compared to collagen that firms the skin, hyaluronic acid fills the skin with water, making it smoother and plumper.

Pure hyaluronic acid in its natural state is very thick, sticky, and its molecules are rather large. If pure hyaluronic acid is taken, the body might have a hard time in absorbing it. Pharmaceutical companies have utilized enzymes to break down pure hyaluronic acid’s larger molecules so that it will be easier for the skin (when applied topically) or gastrointestinal tract (when taken orally) to absorb the compound.

Manufactured hyaluronic acids, therefore, are not really pure as they don’t have any benefits at all. They come in pure encapsulations and pure liquid packages. However, it does not mean that they contain pure hyaluronic acid at all; they are trying to convey that it is pure because no other compounds are mixed in it except for the enzymes.

Epsilik

Epsilik Serum is a 100 percent natural hyaluronic acid facial serum that contains high amounts of premium-grade hyaluronic acid. According to its website, it contains no synthetic preservatives or other substances that may cause allergic reactions. Ingredients include hyaluronic acid and sterile water only.

Epsilik can be applied twice a day after taking a bath and before sleeping. Only a small amount is needed for every application, and it can be mixed with water as the serum itself is very concentrated. Adding water will help activate the main ingredient in the serum, making penetration to the skin better.

Hylunia

Hylunia is another pure hyaluronic acid manufacturer, and they specialize in treating psoriasis and eczema through hyaluronic acid.

Based on their website, their 59 ml pure hyaluronic acid solution is an oil-free, ultra lightweight, pharmaceutical-grade solution that hydrates the skin and regulates sebum production. Sebum is the substance in the body that affects the skin’s dryness and moisture. It is advised that if the solution is to be used for a person with dry skin, it should be applied underneath a moisturizer for maximum hydration.

Syno Vital

Syno Vital is proud to claim that they have the highest molecular weight for oral pure hyaluronic acid in the market today. As stated in their website, their oral solution is made from medical-grade HA with 2.4 million Daltons molecular weight. A lot of people have found Syno-Vital to be effective for skin care, fibromyalgia, arthritis, eye and vision problems, wound repair, and other bone problems. Syno vital solutions come in sachet forms.

Regardless of what product you choose, though, make sure that you have the approval from your dermatologist.