Ep 67: Photoaging & Barrier Function- How Hyaluronic Acid Improves the Skin Microenvironment

Hyaluronic acid is a well-known skincare active. While most people are aware of its function in moisturizing the skin, what is equally important but lesser-known is that it participates in very meaningful cell-to-cell interactions, which is known as cell talk.  The key here is that not all forms of hyaluronic acid is able to perform this function of enhancing the cellular processes that are beneficial in the anti-aging process. Multi weighted hyaluronic acid which includes macro and micro hyaluronic acid ensures that there are different depths of penetration where the molecules also exert various effects on skin. The term natural moisturizing factor is helpful in the understanding of this concept. It helps to regulate the skin microenvironment which ensures an optimal state of balance. These are crucial processes that make our skin resilient to environmental and lifestyle assaults that can accelerate photoaging. Want more of our podcast? Episode Recaps and Notes:https://www.scienceofbeauty.net/; Instagram: @drteowanlin; Youtube: http://bit.ly/35rjbve