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Hyaluronic Acid Definition:
Identified biochemically as a glycosaminoglycan (GAG), hyaluronic acid was isolated about sixty years ago from vitreous humor. Its name is derived from the Greek word for glass (hyalos) which accurately describes its transparent, glassy appearance.
The surface layers of the skin are supported from below by columns of fibers made up mostly of collagen and elastin. This network of fibers form the molecular sponge known as connective tissue. The spaces within this sponge are filled with a composition of water, protein complexes and hyaluronic acid. This jelly-like complex is necessary for transportation of essential nutrients from the bloodstream, via the capillary network, to the living cells of the skin.
Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in great abundance in young skin, synovial fluid and other tissues in humans and animals. Over time, oxy radicals, produced mostly through exposure to pollutants and sunlight, degrade and destroy hyaluronic acid. Fifty year olds are estimated to have less than half the hyaluronic acid they had in youth. Hyaluronic acid is often used in conjunction with Vitamin C products because of its ability to help the Vitamin C to penetrate effectively.
Boosts moisture, is water binding, a humectant. Hyaluronic Acid, naturally found in the joints, the deeper layers of skin, the umbilical cord and in fetal skin, has been deemed by the press as "the key to the fountain of youth." Hyaluronic Acid has also been shown to reduce dryness, itching and burning and it offers an excellent environment for the growth of new cells and healing. Products that Contain Hyaluronic Acid:
Replenix Retinol Smoothing Serum 5x
TriCeram - Two Tubes
Replenix Retinol Smoothing Serum 2x
DDF EPF Moisturizer C3 SPF 15
Dr. Brandt Laser in a Bottle - Laser Tight
Physicians Complex Toner
PCA Skin (pHaze 15+) C-Quench
Cellex-C Advanced Skin Hydration Complex
TriCeram
DermaQuest Skin Therapy C-Lipoic Antioxidant Cream with DMAE
Physicians Complex C-Plus Antioxidant Eye Cream
Physicians Complex AHA Facial Gel
PCA Skin Anti-Aging Solution - Trial Size
SkinCeuticals Eye Cream
WellSkin Smoothing Eye Cream
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