SkinCeuticals HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan: Visibly Improve Volume and Definition
As we age, our skin loses volume and elasticity, leading to fine lines, wrinkles, and a less defined facial contour. While many products promise to address these concerns, SkinCeuticals HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan takes a multi-faceted approach to rejuvenating the skin. This lightweight serum focuses on replenishing lost hyaluronic acid (HA) and stimulating glycosaminoglycans, crucial components for skin hydration, structure, and volume.
What Makes HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan Different?
Unlike basic hyaluronic acid serums that only hydrate the skin’s surface, SkinCeuticals HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan works on multiple levels. The formula contains five active ingredients that work together to visibly plump and contour the skin.
Hyaluronic Acid (1.3%): Three different forms of HA hydrate the skin’s surface for a smoother appearance. HA is excellent at retaining moisture, reducing wrinkles and fine lines, and soothing sensitive skin.
Proxylane (12%): This ingredient is synthesized from xylose, a sugar found in birch and beech wood. Proxylane strengthens the skin’s extracellular matrix, increasing elasticity and firmness, resulting in plumper skin.
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract (2.0%): This post-biotic ferment supports the increase of glycosaminoglycan levels and the improvement of the appearance of facial volume.
Licorice Root Extract (2.0%) and Purple Rice Extract (0.2%): This combination helps prevent the degradation of HA, preserving its levels in the skin’s uppermost layer. They also give the formula its characteristic purple colour.
The Science Behind It
Glycosaminoglycans play a vital role in skin’s structural support and hydration. Hyaluronic acid, a well-known glycan, accounts for 50% of skin’s glycans and is essential for hydration. The other 50% are sulfated glycans, critical for skin structure and strength. As we age, the levels of these glycans decline, leading to volume loss and wrinkles. HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan boosts not only hyaluronic acid levels but also skin’s glycans to instantly plump, volumize and fill fine lines.
Visible Improvements
Clinical studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan:
Immediately: Skin is instantly plumped, and radiance is improved by 10%. Skin hydration is boosted for 24 hours.
In 12 Weeks: Fine lines are visibly reduced by 24%. Skin’s HA levels are amplified by 30% for hydration, and sulfated glycans are increased by 28% for volume.
How to Incorporate into Your Routine
To use HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan, apply 4-6 drops to the palm of your hand and dab onto your forehead, cheeks, chin, and neck once or twice daily. Blend the serum into your skin. In the morning, apply it after a vitamin C antioxidant serum and before a sunscreen. It can be used with retinol, complementing the anti-aging benefits of each product.
SkinCeuticals HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan offers a science-backed approach to achieving plumper, more youthful-looking skin. By addressing multiple aspects of skin aging, this serum can be a valuable addition to your skincare routine, especially if you’re looking to boost hydration, improve volume, and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
