Benefits of ‘miracle’ wrinkle-banishing skincare ingredient ‘have been … trends now
It’s the ‘miracle’ ingredient that promises to smooth wrinkles, enhance elasticity and boost hydration.
But the benefits of hyaluronic acid – found in many popular skincare products – may be overstated, scientists say.
It has previously been claimed that the ingredient, which absorbs moisture to form gels, can hold 1,000 times its weight in water.
The benefits of hyaluronic acid may be overstated, scientists say. The ingredients is found in many products including anti-aging serum (pictured left) and moisturisers (pictured right). While it does improve skin hydration, reduce wrinkles and boost plumpness, new research shows hyaluronic acid traps drastically less water than previously claimed
But while it does improve skin hydration, reduce wrinkles and boost plumpness, new research shows hyaluronic acid traps drastically less water than previously claimed.
A team from the University of California, Riverside, carried out a series