Hyaluronic Acid in Skin.
Although Hyaluronic Acid can be found naturally in most every cell in the body, it is found in the greatest concentrations in the skin tissue. Almost 50% of the body’s HA is found here. It is found in both the deep underlying dermal areas as well as the visible epidermal top layers. Young skin is smooth and elastic and contains large amounts of Hyaluronic Acid that helps keep the skin stay young and healthy. The HA provides continuous moisture to the skin by binding up to 1000 times its weight in water. With age, the ability of the skin to produce Hyaluronic Acid decreases. The skin is the largest organ of the body comprising about 15% of the body weight. Roughly 50% of the Hyaluronic Acid in our body is found in the skin. HA and collagen are vital to maintaining the skin’s layers and structure. It is the collagen that gives the skin its firmness, but it is the Hyaluronic Acid that nourishes and hydrates the collagen. Imagine the collagen as the stretchy fibers that restore the skin back to shape when stretched.
Collagen is like a rubber band. But stretch that rubber band a million times, like what we do with our skin and without any moisture, and eventually that rubber band gets overstretched (saggy), dried out, and will most likely break. This is much the same way the collagen in our skin reacts leaving our skin in need of moisture. Now imagine that same rubber band stretched a million times while under water the whole time. Chances of that rubber band drying out and breaking are minimal. Consider the Hyaluronic Acid as the water that keeps the collagen moist and elastic. Collagen is continuously surrounded and nourished by the gelatinous HA substance. Young skin is smooth and highly elastic because it contains high concentrations of Hyaluronic Acid, which helps skin stay healthy. As we grow older, the body loses its ability to maintain this same concentration in the skin. With decreasing levels of HA in the skin, so goes the ability of the skin to hold water. The result, the skin becomes drier and loses its ability to maintain its hydration. Hyaluronic acid acts as a space filler by binding to water and thus keeping the skin smooth.
George's Healthy Looking Kit, Directions and Ingredients.
Stem Cell Face Serum
Youthful Appearance Stem Cell Face Serum contains the ingredient Citrustem – orange stem cells – and premium Hyaluronic Acid, to help support a smooth, even-looking complexion, maintain youthful appearance and bring new life and energy to your skin.
Directions: After cleansing in the morning or evening, lightly dampen your face and apply to desired area.
Caution: For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Ingredients:
Water, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Callus Culture Extract, Glycerin (Vegetable), Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Xanthan Gum.
What is Citrutstem?
Citrustem is a sustainable and environmentally responsible ingredient obtained from the undifferentiated orange stem cells. This ingredient works with the body’s natural function of the skin for a more youthful appearance and provides support to maintain healthy-looking skin.
Instant Facelift Face Serum
Instant Facelift Serum combines ultra-hydrating, premium quality Hyaluronic Acid with Pepha®-Tight, a unique natural algae extract known for its ability to help skin appear firmer and more youthful. This light, non-greasy formula helps to temporarily lessen the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Feel the revitalizing, refreshing and hydrating Instant Facelift Serum be absorbed by your skin, supporting a youthful glow!
Directions: After cleansing in the morning or evening, lightly dampen your face and apply to the desired areas.
Ingredients:
Water, Glycerin (Vegetable), Algae Extract, Pullulan (Pepha®-Tight), Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Xanthan Gum, Zinc Gluconate.
Can I use this with my other skin care products?
Yes. IFL Serum can be used with any skin care products.
What is Pepha™-Tight?
Pepha™-Tight is a unique ingredient with the ability to support the skin’s natural vitality. It is derived from microalgae and designed to provide a temporary tightening effect to help skin appear firmer for hours, as well as provide long term visible results with continued use.
What is Hyaluronic Acid?
Hyaluronic Acid is a special mucopolysaccharide occurring naturally throughout the human body. One of the most heavily researched substances today. Its function in the body is, amongst other things, to bind water and to lubricate movable parts of the body, such as joints and muscles. Its consistency and tissue-friendliness allow it to be used in skin-care products as an excellent moisturizer. Hyaluronic Acid is one of the most hydrophilic (water-loving) molecules in nature and can be described as “nature’s moisturizer”.
Dark Circle Lightening Face Serum
Dark Circle Lightening Serum hydrates your skin while helping to brighten and promote the appearance of your natural skin color under the eyes. Contains Regu®Age and Eyeseryl®, as well as Hyaluronic Acid.
Directions: After cleansing face, apply under eyes in the morning and evening. For best results, use twice daily.
Ingredients:
Water, Glycerin (Vegetable), Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 (Eyeseryl®), Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein, Superoxide Dimutase (Regu®-Age), Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Xanthan Gum, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract.
Can I use this with my other skin care products?
Yes. Dark Circle Lightening Serum can be used with any skincare products.
What is Eyeseryl®?
Age can cause the skin to lose natural elasticity. Eyeseryl® helps the appearance of skin so it looks firm and smooth, while promoting a healthy-looking skin tone and color under the eyes.
What is Regu®-Age?
Regu®-Age is an ingredient mix consisting of specially purified soy and rice peptides and yeast protein. This unique complex promotes a healthy-looking skin tone and a firmer, elastic appearance under the eyes.
Retinol Renewing Serum
With Retinol Renewing Serum, you can imagine a softer and more youthful looking you. Retinol is a vitamin A derivative that works on the surface skin cells making way for new growth. Regular use can lessen the appearance of sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles.
Directions: Apply 1-2 pumps to the skin after cleansing {A.M. & P.M.) or as directed by your skin care specialist. This product may increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun.
Caution: For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. If excessive irritation develops, discontinue use, and consult your physician.
Ingredients:
Water, Glycerin (Vegetable), Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol Acetate (Vitamin E), Retinol (Vitamin A), Polysorbate 20.