Save your skin with HA (hyaluronic acid)

Ahead of the launch of their Tri-Molecular Hyaluronic Serum at the beginning of March, we talk to Co-Founder of Balance Me, Rebecca Hopkins, on the benefits of the beauty world's favourite new skin-boosting ingredient.

Culture Whisper: Why should you incorporate this into your skincare regime?
Rebecca Hopkins: 'It’s a wonder because it’s suitable for every skin type! Given it’s naturally found in the skin (hyaluronic acid sits between skin cells to bind moisture within the skin) it’s suited to a younger skin to offer an even healthier appearance to the skin, and it’s ideal as we age since our ability to retain hyaluronic within the skin depletes. What’s also unique is that the hyaluronic ingredients are all completely natural – and the overall formulation sits at 98% natural.'

CW: What’s different about your serum?
RH: 'Many hyaluronic serum products on the market contain a single form of Hyaluronic Acid. What is unique about the Balance Me formulation is that it hosts 3 different hyaluronic ingredients at differing molecular weights, each offering a different benefit to the skin. HyaCare 50, increases the HA content within the skin for noticeable rejuvenation and line reduction; HyaCare Filler CL offers optimal instant hydration and remarkable smoothing properties; and Hyaluronic Acid BT nourishes the dermis as well as creating a protective, hydration shield. In tests, 82% of people saw immediate hydration, while 83% saw a difference in hydration after 28 days of use.'

THE HYALURONIC ACID AESTHETIC TREATMENT

What: Profhilo Dermal Cell Treatment with Dr. Vicky Dondos, £850 (for two treatments)
Where: Medicetics, 37 Connaught Street, Hyde Park London, W2 2AZ
Minute needles inject 100% HA directly into the face and provide hydration from the inside out. Thus treatment will banish fine lines, address dehydration and crepey-looking skin, whilst stimulating your own production of collagen and elastin. Recovery time is minimal and a course of 2 sessions is recommended, each a month apart. Expect to see results 6-8 weeks post-treatment and the effects last for approximately 6 months.
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5 BEST OF THE REST HYALURONIC ACID SKINCARE TREATS

1. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrogel Recovery Mask at Boots, £3.50

This is equivalent to using a whole bottle of serum in one 15-minute sheet mask.
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2. Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream, £55.90

This helps to lock in moisture for 72-hours – and leaves skin smooth and plumped.
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3. Dr. Dennis Gross Hyaluronic Marine Oil-Free Moisture Cushion, £59

This provides time-released hydration, so your dermis looks dewy and supple the entire day, without clogging pores.
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4. The Ordinary Hyaluronic Serum at LookFantastic.com, £5.90

Employs the three essential HA weights – so the skin gets an instant hydration boost, and texture is improved in the long term.
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5. Pixi by Petra Hydrating Milky Mist with Hyaluronic Acid at Marks and Spencer, £18

Hydrate throughout the day with this skin energising mist that’s fine enough to spritz over make-up or as a last step before moisturising in the AM and PM.
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