subject: What Are The Different Moisturizing Ingredients? [print this page] There are many different moisturizing skincare products from different brands. When these brands market their products, they advertise the special moisturizing ingredients contained in the products. Do you know what these ingredients are? Are they good for your skin? Before your purchase, you should learn more about these moisturizing ingredients.
In recent years, Hyaluronic Acid has been recognized as the most powerful hydrating ingredient. Hyaluronic Acid has a higher absorbing ability compared to skin cells and therefore, it can supply and lock moisture in our skin quickly. This quick and effective re-hydrating action is important as it allows sufficient moisture for skin fibers and collagen.
Products contained Hyaluroinc Acid can be expensive and unaffordable. Other than Hyaluroinc Acid, you can choose products with Glycerin. Compared the Hyaluroinc Acid, the hydrating power of Glycerin is much lower. But, it is very mild and gentle that it suits all skin types. Though it is mild, it should not be applied to skin alone as it may draw moisture from your skin when the humidity is low.
There are many natural moisturizing ingredients and one of them is Jojoba Oil. Jojoba oil is a mild ingredient that is suitable for sensitive skin. It has a light texture which is easily absorbed by skin. It can maintain high moisture level in your skin for 8 hours long.
Apricot Kernel Oil is another hydrating agent extracted from natural world. Ingredients extracted naturally tend to be milder and are more suitable for sensitive skin. Apricot Kernel Oil is able to soothe sensitive and acne skin. Its penetrating and moisturizing power are both high. In addition, it is able to prevent skin aging and damages from UV light.
Glycerin is a common moisturizing agent used in many skincare products. In fact, its moisturizing power is about average. But it is very mild and is suitable for all skin types (even the sensitive skin). It is not recommended to use glycerin alone as a moisturizer because it absorbs moisture from skin when humidity is under 50 percent.
