HA+A™ Hydrating Serum

 

DESCRIPTION
Two factors that are crucial to maintain healthy, youthful-looking skin include dermal hydration and antioxidant protection. As we age, our skin begins to "dry out" due to a decrease in natural oil production and moisture-retention . The damage caused by the sun's rays, along with environmental pollution contributes to the development of free-radicals. Although our bodies and skin have multiple innate mechanisms to defend against free-radical damage, this process becomes less efficient as we age. Clinical studies indicate that free-radicals contribute to age-related illnesses and to the aging process itself. Antioxidants can play a vital role by helping to reduce, neutralize and eliminate the production of free-radicals.

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is one of the skin's most important components for hydration and moisture retention. The nature of HA's molecular structure makes it ideal for attracting and holding water. Nearly 50% of the body's HA is found in the dermis, in the spaces between cells (extracellular matrix). HA along with dermatan sulfate, serves to maintain the water balance in the dermis and adds support for other dermal elements like collagen and elastin. Normally, HA also becomes highly concentrated at sites of injury (e.g. trauma or surgery) to enhance the ability of healing cells to reach an injured area. As we age, our ability to produce sufficient levels of HA diminishes and as a result, the skin becomes drier and more vulnerable to damage.

HA is the same material that is used in popular injectable fillers such as Restylane® and Hylaform®. Topical administration and oral supplementation with hyaluronic acid along with antioxidants helps to replenish diminishing stores of these important dermal nutrients and optimizes the management of aging skin.

BENEFITS
VitaMedica's HA+A Hydrating Serum offers a number of benefits including:

Hyaluronic Acid and Panthenol for Enhanced Hydration
HA+A Serum features a combination of hyaluronic acid and panthenol to support hydration of the epidermal and dermal layers of the skin.

Vitamins A, C and E for Antioxidant Protection
HA+A Serum is fortified with antioxidants to assist in protection from free-radical damage. The serum contains ascorbyl palmitate, a water-soluble and fat-soluble form of ascorbic acid which is more stable than vitamin C and demonstrates excellent skin penetration.

Powerful Flavonoids, Polyphenols & Extracts for Antioxidant Protection
HA+A Serum is also fortified with the antioxidants Pycnogenol® and extracts from the botanical compounds green tea, milk thistle and boswellia serrata. Numerous studies have demonstrated that the constituents in Pycnogenol have excellent free-radical scavenging properties. Green tea, whose active constituents are polyphenols, is also a powerful antioxidant that has chemopreventive benefits, protecting skin cells from UV light induced carcinogenesis. Milk Thistle contains a powerful antioxidant flavonoid compound called Silymarin. Milk Thistle has properties of a demulcent , meaning that it has the ability to moisten and soften the skin. Boswellila serrata is an ayurvedic plant that contains anti-inflammatory compounds. Boswellic acid from the plant works to relax facial muscle and ease micro-contractions, helping to reduce and prevent the appearance of expression lines and wrinkles .

Coenzyme Q10 for Antioxidant Protection
HA+A includes coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), a powerful antioxidant that works in concert with vitamin E to protect lipid membranes.

Lightweight Serum Designed for All Skin Types
HA+A is formulated in a light-weight serum which makes it ideal for all skin types, including oily skin.

Enhances the Action of Topical Products
The serum is intended for use as a base and assists in the absorption and effectiveness of other topical nutrients that are commonly used on the skin. HA+A Serum work as a humectant on the skin, hydrating and increasing the absorption of topical moisturizers.

INDICATIONS
HA+A Hydrating Serum is intended for individuals who want to hydrate and protect their skin from free-radical damage. The product is intended for daily use.

CONTRAINDICATIONS
HA+A Hydrating Serum is not intended for use on open or lacerated skin. Avoid contact with the eyes.

DIRECTIONS
After daily cleansing and toning, press nozzle gently, and evenly apply a thin layer over face and neck. This product has been designed to be incorporated into your existing skin care regimen. Because of its optimal molecular weight, hyaluronic acid assists in the absorption and effectiveness of other beneficial nutrients that are commonly used on the skin.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Sodium Hyaluronate, Pycnogenol ® , Ubiquinone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Yeast Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Silybum Marianum (Milk Thistle) Extract, Boswellia Serrata Extract