Hello dear readers! Today I'm going to tell you how to make your very own 1% hyaluronic acid serum. This formula yields 30mls of serum. It will save you tons of money! So what exactly is this hyaluronic acid? I'm going to tell you just that; and why it is such a staple ingredient in skin care products. Hyaluronic acid is a polysaccaride found throughout our body cells. It is a powerful moisture binding agent that regulates moisture levels in the skin, and provides cushion for our joints and eyes. It holds 1000 times its weight in water. In addition, it is responsible for skin elasticity, fullness, and suppleness. It is present in large amounts during our youth. Unfortunetly it slowly declines as we age. This is one reason aging skin can be dry. Using a topical HA serum twice daily can dramatically improve skin texture and moisture levels. This ingredient is ideal for oily and sensitive types. It is very gentle. Now a note about terminology. There are two different fo...
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