How to use Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide
You may be thinking, do you really need to use all ingredients in your skincare routine? Well, understanding what each skincare ingredient does will help you decide what you need to use and when. Alexa to the rescue; keep reading to learn how to use hyaluronic acid and niacinamide together.
What do Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide do?
Hyaluronic Acid is a humectant used in a lot of skincare. A humectant is a substance that can attract water from the surroundings and help retain moisture.
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3, which has many functions including the ability to reduce discoloration and signs of sun damage.
Hyaluronic Acid benefits
Hydrating and plumping
Improves the skin barrier function
Moisturizes the skin
Increases skin elasticity
Niacinamide benefits
Restores the skin barrier by enhancing the production of ceramides
Diminishes the appearance of pores
Improves skin texture by regulating oil production
Reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation
Can you mix Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide?
Yes you can, in fact they are two ingredients that compliment each other’s hydrating effects and they also strengthen the skin barrier.
Alexa Tip 💡
They are both water-soluble ingredients so just apply the product with the thinnest consistency first.
How to use Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide
Apply Hyaluronic Acid as often as you like, it can be used morning and night.
Apply Niacinamide either morning or night - your choice!
When to use Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid - apply a couple of drops of serum to your damp face and rub in before applying your moisturizer.
Niacinamide - apply one pump to your face before moisturizer and SPF or before your retinal (if you are using one in the evening).
In summary
Two great ingredients that both help my skin, especially Niacinamide - my pesky pores love to hang around. If you use them both for a little while you will start to notice that your skin will look more bright and clear - goals.
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