Best Facial Moisturizer Ingredient
The most important ingredient in a moisturizer is hyalurnan or hyaluronic acid (HA). This is a natural substance which is found in all living organisms and is the main component of the connective tissue in the human body. HA can hold moisture at 1,000 times its molecular weight, which is more than any other natural substance. HA is involved in tissue repair. When skin is excessively exposed to UVB rays, it becomes inflamed, causing sunburn. The cells in the dermis stop producing as much HA, and increase the rate of its degradation. Topical use helps hydrate the skin and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. Oily skin benefits from this substance as well, as the skin may be “water dry” and have some compromised barrier integrity or imbalance.
Watch labels to make sure your moisturizer contains it.
My favorite is DermaQuest’s Advanced B5 Serum. It was developed by Sam Dhatt, a highly respected, award-winning cosmeceutical chemist and the founder of DermaQuest™ Skin Therapy, Inc. During his 20-year career as a respected formulator, Dhatt has developed and manufactured skincare products for over 700 companies, including many of some of the best-known brands in the industry. This deep penetrating gel formulated with sodium hyaluronate and Vitamin B5 is an excellent dermal hydrator. It restores the skin’s natural moisture level, promotes tissue repair and leaves the skin looking healthier. For oily skin it can be used alone as a moisturizer. For normal to dry skin it can be used as a supplement to a moisturizer or to aid in healing the skin.
Linda Ruberto
Hi Linda,
This is helpful information. There are SO many different moisturizers out there… it is good to know what to be looking for!
Do you have any recommendations on what to look for in a makeup remover? There are so many brands out there and the prices range a lot. Is there something specific I should be looking for in a makeup remover, or are they all basically the same?
Thanks!
UV
Dear UV,
Thanks for your inquiry! I love Bioelements Makeup Dissolver. It works well as a pre-cleanse too. I am unfortunately out at the moment. Maybe at your appointment Wednesday we could do a refill to get by temporarily.
Warment Regards,
Linda Ruberto
Linda,
This sounds like a wonderful product. The fact that it’s suitable for oily thru dry skin is a great feature. Thanks for the helpful info!
Jeanne
Jeanne,
Thanks for your interest! You hit on one of the best features of this product. People with oily and/or acne skin hate moisturizers – understandably, many add to the problem.Consumers are getting smarter about ingrediants. Glad this helped.
Linda
Sounds like a really good product, where can i buy it?
Thanks for your interest Jane. The Advanced B5 Serum is $69.00 plus tax ($74.35).
If you go to http://www.starbrows.com you can purchase it through Pay Pal on the site.
You will love it!
Linda