How do I use Hyaluronic acid serum concentrate?

First and foremost, hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide that is not attached to a central protein and is distributed mainly in connective tissues and in particular in the extracellular matrix (present in the skin for 50% of the total stock of hyaluronic acid). Naturally present in the human body, this glycosaminoglycan is synthesised by three transmembrane enzymes, hyaluronan synthases (1, 2 and 3), present in epithelial and immune cells in particular.

Its molecular weight varies between 10 to the 5th Dalton to 10 to the 7th Dalton. Depending on the molecular weight of the hyaluronic acids, their actions change: high molecular weights have a more anti-inflammatory action, while low molecular weights increase angiogenesis (formation of blood vessels) and tissue repair, for example.

On a more practical level, the main roles of hyaluronic acid are for:

• The skin: skin hydration (powerful hydrophilic), tissue cohesion (therefore role in skin texture, elasticity and firmness), restoration of the skin barrier (cell regeneration and skin healing), regulation of angiogenesis, anti-inflammatory role (reduction in redness and skin discomfort). All in all, fine lines are reduced and the skin is plumper and more hydrated.

• Joints: increase in the viscosity of synovial fluid (thus reducing joint friction and relieving any pain), maintenance of cartilage elasticity.

• Hair: the intense hydration it provides makes it an indispensable ally for the hair. It can retain up to 1,000 times its weight in water, making it an excellent ingredient for deeply moisturising dry, damaged hair. It helps to soften hair and make it easier to style, reducing frizz and split ends.

This molecule is extremely well tolerated, with no risk of side effects. It is therefore also suitable for highly sensitive or intolerant skin.

Finally, hyaluronic acid is broken down by an enzyme, hyaluronidase, which is naturally present in our bodies. Its breakdown is all the more stimulated in the event of significant oxidative stress, inflammation, smoking or exposure to UV sunlight.

• Moisturises the different layers of the skin, providing comfort and plumping up the skin

• Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, smoothing the skin (by reducing the appearance of fine lines)

• Restores the epidermal barrier, which can be damaged by UV radiation and external aggressions (pollution, etc.)

• Plumps up the skin and improves its texture, by stimulating collagen synthesis and fibroblasts

• Restores radiance to the complexion

• Combats oxidative stress

Adopting it as part of your skincare routine is a must, thanks to its varied actions on the signs of ageing and skin hydration!

Don't hesitate to apply it morning and night, and also to take hyaluronic acid internally (orally). It can also be safely applied around the eyes as part of your skincare routine.

Focus on our serum enriched with hyaluronic acid

Our 100% natural hyaluronic acid serum is one of the most concentrated on the market at 3.5%, compared with the 0.1 to 1% usually found in cosmetics. It smoothes, hydrates and plumps the skin with a gel-like texture that penetrates without residue or tightness. Proven to reduce wrinkles and improve elasticity, it also revitalises dry, damaged hair. Use it pure or enriched with other active ingredients according to your needs.

Our hyaluronic acid serum can be used on all skin types and will provide a moisturising effect. It is particularly recommended for:

• Mature skin

• Dry skin

• Dehydrated skin

• Oily skin

• Sensitive skin.

However, we do not recommend it if you have irritated or damaged skin.

Our advice on applying the hyaluronic acid serum

To apply our serum enriched with hyaluronic acid, we recommend:

1. Apply to slightly damp skin

2. Take 2 pumps of serum and apply to your cleansed face.

3. Use small circular movements to massage the product into your skin.

4. Follow with a face cream or oil.

5. Use the serum in the morning and/or evening according to your preferences and skin care habits. There is no risk of sun exposure. It is advisable to apply a sun cream before any exposure.

BONUS: Can also be used around the eyes

Although it's not specifically designed to care for the eye area, hyaluronic acid can still be applied to this area to provide moisturising action. It can reduce the appearance of fine lines and rehydrate your eye area. For a more targeted treatment for the eye area, we recommend our Caffeine & Helichrysum eye contour serum concentrate to effectively combat dark circles and bags.

Before use: Apply to damp skin

Apply hyaluronic acid to damp skin. You can use a hydrosol such as Damask Rose hydrosol, a toner or even water to moisten the skin. Then you can apply the Hyaluronic Acid serum.

Why should you do this? Because the molecule is attracted to water and penetrates the skin more quickly and effectively. Application to damp skin is therefore more effective, as the molecule penetrates better and more quickly.

After: apply a cream or oil

Applying a skincare oil or cream after the serum reinforces the skin's hydrolipidic film, forming a protective barrier to prevent undetectable water loss from the skin. Our skin needs a dual moisturising and nourishing action to maintain its moisture levels:

• The serum is a hydration boost, reinforcing the hydrophilic part of the skin barrier.

• The cream reinforces the skin's hydration and lipidic cement. It therefore has a dual action on the hydrolipidic film, moisturising and nourishing.

• Treatment oil, made up entirely of fats, is a nutrition boost for the skin and reinforces the lipidic part of the hydrolipidic film. It is essential to maintain the correct balance of the skin's hydrolipidic film to prevent undetectable water loss.

Here's a skincare routine you can adopt to make the most of the benefits of our serum:

1. Wash your face, rinse and dry gently:

Thanks to the combination of oils known for their purifying, cleansing and soothing properties of Lavender, Tea-tree, Lemon and Thyme linalol, this certified ORGANIC soap is particularly suitable for purifying skin with imperfections and for cleansing the hands.

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2. Apply a hydrosol of your choice to purify the skin:

Astringent and firming, this hydrosol is an essential ingredient for preventing and combating the signs of skin ageing. Used in your mixtures, this hydrosol, also known as rose water, purifies, refreshes and softens the skin, making it ideal for delicate skin.

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3. Apply your hyaluronic acid serum to the entire face, including the eye contour area:

This 100% natural hyaluronic acid serum is one of the most concentrated on the market: 3.5% compared with 0.1 to 1% hyaluronic acid in conventional cosmetics.

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4. Apply your hyaluronic acid cream to boost hydration and quench the skin's thirst:

This certified ORGANIC, 100% natural face and body cream, enriched with Aloe vera and peppermint hydrosol, active ingredients known for their thirst-quenching and refreshing action, provides your skin with intense, long-lasting hydration for up to 8 hours after application.

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5. Apply sun protection as required:

Protect your skin from UVA and UVB rays with this SPF 20 face & body sun care product, with its light, milky texture. Certified ORGANIC and suitable for children aged 3 and over.

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6. For a (quick) radiance boost, there's nothing better than serum pearls, for revitalised, visibly younger-looking skin. In just one application, they provide a smoothing, firming and plumping flash effect, ideal for smoothing out features before an event.

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The result: skin that's rehydrated, fresh and soothed! And don't hesitate to combine several forms of hyaluronic acid (internal, external, serum or cream etc.), or even combine it with a collagen treatment for an even greater anti-ageing effect.

How should it be combined and with which serums?

You can use it in combination with other serums to meet all your skin's needs. Our hyaluronic acid serum is the only serum that can be used in synergy with all our other serums:

Vitamin C, Bakuchiol, Retinal, Nicotinamide, Azelaic Acid and Glycolic Acid, collagen and Botox serum.

Start by applying the serum of your choice, then, once it has soaked into your skin, add a pump or two of hyaluronic acid serum.

However, if you are using our Bakuchiol-enriched serum, we recommend that you apply your hyaluronic acid serum before your bakuchiol serum.

To fully understand the various combinations of our hyaluronic acid serum with our other serums, read our dedicated guide.

Hyaluronic acid can also be used to care for your hair:

• Lastingly moisturises the hair fibre

• Fights dehydrated, split ends

• Improves volume

• Hair is supple, dense and healthy

How should Hyaluronic acid be applied to the hair?

1. You can apply it to your lengths and ends while they're still damp to give them long-lasting hydration. Combined with various cosmetic active ingredients, you can transform your serum into a real repair treatment for damaged ends.

2. You can apply 2 to 4 pumps daily, depending on the length and volume of your hair.

3. This serum can also be used in place of styling gel if you've run out. It will hold your hair in place.

Hyaluronic acid, particularly in serums, does not replace moisturising cream; on the contrary, it complements it. There are several types of hyaluronic acid, each with a different molecular weight. The larger, high-molecular-weight hyaluronic acids do not penetrate the deeper layers of the skin, so they remain on the surface (layers of the epidermis), providing superficial hydration and helping to restore the skin barrier (they can be found, for example, in certain moisturising creams or in healing creams). Conversely, low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acids penetrate deeper, providing deeper hydration but also acting on the synthesis of collagen fibres and the texture of the skin: these acids therefore have a more 'anti-ageing' action. So, ideally, you should combine low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acids AND moisturising creams.

What's more, applying a moisturising cream (or oil, or Aloe vera gel, etc.) on top of a hyaluronic acid serum optimises its application and skin hydration, as otherwise there would be a significant loss of water.

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