Aging of the skin, which, unfortunately, is inevitable for every woman, is a complex process, connected with external and internal factors. This is also a detrimental effect on the skin of the environment (solar radiation, chemical air pollutants, etc.), and skin changes associated with weakening the immune system, hormonal changes in the body, etc. Not the last role in the mechanism of aging of the skin belongs to hyaluronic acid - an important component of the skin, the synthesis of which decreases with age.
The value of hyaluronic acid for the skin of the face
Hyaluronic acid is a mucopolysaccharide, a complex bioorganic molecule. It is located in the intercellular space of the skin, between the molecules of collagen and elastin, in the form of a stable gel with water. It is through this gel that the removal of toxins and slags from the skin, as well as the receipt of various substances from the external environment (including cosmetic ingredients) is carried out. Over time and under the influence of various unfavorable factors, the concentration of hyaluronic acid decreases, its gel structure becomes more durable and less permeable. This leads to dehydration of the skin, loss of its elasticity and elasticity.
The most important functions of hyaluronic acid in the dermis are:
- keeping water molecules and maintaining a normal water balance of the skin;
- formation and maintenance of collagen fibers;
- providing skin turgor;
- delivery of nutrients to skin cells;
- removal of toxins from the skin.
The study of functions and the possibility of using hyaluronic acid, obtained from materials of animal origin or artificially synthesized, in cosmetology and medicine has been going on for several decades. And today women have the opportunity to use this substance to prolong their youth and beauty.
Hyaluronic acid in cosmetic compositions
To date, there are many facial care products with hyaluronic acid content: creams, gels, serums, etc. Hyaluronic acid, which is introduced into cosmetic compositions, should be low molecular weight: only in this case it is able to easily penetrate and be absorbed by the skin.
Cosmetics with hyaluronic acid can, without contraindications, be used at any age and for any type of skin . Thanks to the use of such products, it is possible to maintain an excellent skin condition, maintaining its water balance, smoothness and elasticity.
Contour plasty and bioarmilation of face with hyaluronic acid
Recently, the procedure for correcting the face oval (reinforcement) with hyaluronic acid, which is an alternative to reinforcement with gold threads , is gaining popularity. Such lifting services are offered in many clinics and beauty salons.
The essence of the procedure is to cut the face with hyaluronic acid to smooth wrinkles, form contours of the face - smoothing the nasolabial folds, filling the missing area of the cheekbones and chin, lifting the sidebrows, lifting the corners of the mouth, etc. As a result, fine wrinkles disappear, the deeper folds considerably decrease,
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and takes less than an hour. Depending on the skin problems, hyaluronic acid preparations of different density and viscosity are used, which are injected according to an individual scheme.
The recovery period is uncomplicated, because the side effects of hyaluronic acid injections are insignificant (small hematomas and swelling). All drugs based on hyaluronic acid are gradually naturally removed from the body, so the result of the procedure has a temporary effect - on average, about a year.