Sodium Hyaluronate Spotlight

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Replenish moisture. Supple Skin. Softer, smoother skin.

Let's talk ingredients - Hyaluronic Acid & Sodium Hyaluronate.

Along with proper sun protection, adequate skin hydration is crucial to combat the signs of aging, which is why hyaluronic acid, or it’s sister ingredient, sodium hyaluronate, is a must. Derived from hyaluronic acid, sodium hyaluronate has all the same benefits but is more easily absorbed than hyaluronic acid. That said, one is not better than the other. In fact, a product can contain one or both so your skin can reap the benefits on multiple levels.

Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid & Sodium Hyaluronate

As we age, our skin changes. You noticed? Hyaluronic acid is naturally abundant in young skin.

Yet, by the time we are adults we have only 1/20th the amount of hyaluronic acid we did as a baby.

Why Wrinkles?

Wrinkles come about from the loss of three important components in the skin: collagen, hyaluronic acid, and elastin.

Our Skin loses the ability to preserve moisture, resulting in the visible loss of firmness, pliability, and plumpness.

Enter Hyaluronic Acid and Sodium Hyaluronate

With the ability to replenish moisture that is crucial to having younger-looking, supple skin, hyaluronic acid is your friend. At the same time, it revitalizes your skin’s outer layers helping your skin look and feel softer, smoother, and, glowingly hydrated which instantly improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

What is Sodium Hyaluronate?

Sodium hyaluronate has a smaller molecular size as hyaluronic acid (making it especially penetrative), and is able to hold more water than any other natural substance — up to 1,000 times its weight in water! Because of this, when you apply it to your skin it can reach deep down to combine with, maintain and attract water. It also helps to promote skin/blood microcirculation and nutrient absorption. Sodium hyaluronate will result in your smoother, softer skin with decreased wrinkles and an all-around fuller appearance. Seriously. What's not to like? And what are you waiting for?

Sodium hyaluronate is the second ingredient in Bright On Brightening Facial Serum. Find it also in: Pure Bliss Eye Creme; Pomegranate Balancing Lotion; Resveratrol Peptide Serum; and Behave 1% Retinol Moisture Creme.

Sodium hyaluronate is not animal-derived. Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011, issue 9, pages 990-1000

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Bright On Brightening Facial Serum	Pure Bliss Eye Creme	Pomegranate Balancing Lotion

Resveratrol Peptide Serum	Behave 1% Retinol Moisture Creme

Key Takeaways

Hyaluronic acid and sodium hyaluronate are powerhouse hydrators that help keep skin supple, smooth, and youthful.
Sodium hyaluronate, a derivative of hyaluronic acid, has a smaller molecular size, making it more easily absorbed into the skin.
Both ingredients replenish moisture, improve firmness, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Sodium hyaluronate can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, deeply hydrating and plumping the skin.
Found in products like Bright On Brightening Facial Serum, Pure Bliss Eye Creme, Pomegranate Balancing Lotion, and Resveratrol Peptide Serum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between hyaluronic acid and sodium hyaluronate?
A: Hyaluronic acid hydrates and plumps the skin, while sodium hyaluronate, its smaller-molecule form, penetrates deeper for more intense hydration. Both are beneficial, and many products contain one or both.

Q: Is sodium hyaluronate better than hyaluronic acid?
A: Not necessarily. Sodium hyaluronate is more easily absorbed, but hyaluronic acid works well on the surface. Together, they target multiple layers of the skin for maximum hydration.

Q: Is sodium hyaluronate safe for sensitive skin?
A: Yes. It is generally well-tolerated by all skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone skin.

Q: Can sodium hyaluronate help with wrinkles?
A: Yes. By deeply hydrating and plumping the skin, it reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while improving firmness and elasticity.

Q: Is sodium hyaluronate animal-derived?
A: No. It is not animal-derived, making it suitable for a wide range of skincare routines.

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