What Is Hyaluronic Acid? What Does Hyaluronic Acid Do?

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Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance occurring in the body. It is found not only in the skin. However also in ligaments, joints, eyes, and other organs. 

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Its function is to retain water. Hyaluronic acid can be used in cosmetic dermatology and plastic surgery. It can be used as a filler to produce more volume and restore fullness. For example, areas of the body that have lost some of their volume, such as;

What Does Hyaluronic Acid Do to the Face?

Good molecule hyaluronic acid serum is naturally found in the body and is used in many different bodily processes. The processes include the synovial fluid that lubricates joints and the vitreous humor of the eye. With age, however, levels of hyaluronic acid decrease in the skin. This can cause wrinkles or other signs of aging to appear as well as prevent your skin from keeping moisture locked in.

When used topically, hyaluronic acid helps your skin retain moisture by attracting water molecules from its environment. And holding them within its structure. This results in better hydration and plumping of your skin cells by increasing their volume with water molecules. So, they don’t look sunken or dehydrated. It also helps to smooth existing lines on your face while preventing new ones from forming over time.

What Is Hyaluronic Acid Used For?

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Plastic surgeons can use hyaluronic acid injections to improve the appearance of aging skin. The procedure involves injecting a cross-linked version of hyaluronic acid into areas around the eyes, cheeks, or lips. The substance works by boosting collagen production and increasing hydration. So, the wrinkles are filled out and softened.

Plastic surgeons use hyaluronic acid for many different procedures:

  1. Jaw augmentation: Hyaluronic acid can be injected into the jawbone to fill in hollow areas and make the face appear more rounded. The procedure is often performed on patients who have been through radiation therapy. Other than that, those with facial deformities caused by trauma or birth defects.
  2. Breast augmentation: Hyaluronic acid is sometimes used in breast implants. Because it has a spongy consistency that gives the breasts a natural look. In addition, hyaluronic acid-based breast implants are less likely than silicone implants. It is related to the rupture or leak of fluid into surrounding tissue when they’re removed or replaced years later
  3. Correction Of Sunken Cheeks: This is done by injecting hyaluronic acid into the cheek area, which will help to lift up the sagging skin and restore a more youthful look. The procedure takes around 10 minutes, and you will see a noticeable difference after just one treatment.
  4. Correction of Droopy Eyelids in Both Men and Women: This can be done using hyaluronic acid injections directly into the upper lids or under the eyes to lift them up and give you a more refreshed look.
  5. Treating Deeper Lines Around the Mouth Area: Hyaluronic acid injections are used here to fill out these deeper lines. In addition, it makes them less visible and gives you a fresher appearance overall.
  6. Wrinkle treatment: Hyaluronic acid injectable fillers are used to treat wrinkles on the face by adding volume to the skin. This helps make the lines less visible while improving overall skin texture and appearance.
  7. Scars treatment: Hyaluronic acid injections are often used to reduce scarring on the face. Or other areas after a surgical procedure such as a facelift or tummy tuck surgery. These injections help improve overall appearance by reducing redness, swelling, and pain associated with scarring. In some cases, they may also be used for treating acne scars or stretch marks left behind from weight loss.

Using Hyaluronic Acid Every Day?

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Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the human body. It’s a major component of skin and helps to keep it hydrated, plump, and elastic.

When you apply a hyaluronic acid serum or cream to your skin, it stimulates the production of more hyaluronic acid. And makes your skin look healthier and younger. But what happens if you use hyaluronic acid every day?

Hyaluronic acid is not stable in water-based solutions. Therefore, the concentration of HA in your serum or cream should be at least 10%. It means that it will be able to penetrate through your outer layer of skin into the deeper layers. Then, it acts as an internal moisturizer. If the concentration is too low, then it won’t do much good for your skin. In fact, studies have shown that even high levels of HA can be absorbed into the bloodstream through damaged skin (such as sunburn). So, keep this in mind when applying products containing HA after exposing yourself to sunlight or heat sources.

Is Hyaluronic Acid Safe?

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Hyaluronic acid is safe for most people who have had previous cosmetic procedures. But there are some risks associated with using it. For example, it may cause an allergic reaction if you are allergic to other substances or if you have sensitive skin. In addition, it does not work for everyone. If you use too much hyaluronic acid at one time. Or if your body absorbs too much of it over time, this can lead to swelling that lasts for several weeks or longer. This can cause pain and discomfort while healing. Therefore, the treatment may result in permanent scarring. The important thing is a qualified doctor who has experience with cosmetic procedures like these.

There can be side effects of hyaluronic acid injections.

  • Bleeding at the injection site that lasts for several days
  • Redness at the injection site that lasts for several days
  • Itching at the injection site (rare)

Hyaluronic Acid While Pregnant?

The short answer is yes, you can use hyaluronic acid while pregnant. However, there are some important considerations to keep in mind before using it.

As far as using hyaluronic acid while pregnant goes, there are no known risks associated with consuming this supplement during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, it’s always best to check with your doctor before taking any new medication or supplement while pregnant or breastfeeding.

All the details are available on the Vanity Cosmetic Surgery Hospital blog page!

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Samed Anık is a skilled content manager with 2 years of experience at Vanity Cosmetic Surgery Hospital. Specializing in the cosmetic surgery sector, Samed focuses on strengthening Vanity’s digital presence through the development of social media content, digital campaigns, and strategies. His proficiency in crafting digital strategies, creating content briefs, and executing impactful campaigns on social media platforms ensures that Vanity builds strong and sustainable connections with its target audience.

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Last Reviewed: December 2024

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