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Hyaluronic
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Hyaluronate's
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The Latest
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A
Breakthrough For A More Youthful Appearance
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Nourish Your Skin From the
Inside Out with Hyaluronic Acid and Collagen |
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Hyaluronic Acid Collagen Cream
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The Latest
Craze In "Natural" Skin Care? |
Let's start out by looking at what hyaluronic acid
actually is.
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) is a naturally occurring
biopolymer, which serves important biological functions
in bacteria and higher animals including humans.
Naturally occurring, hyaluro-nic acid may be found in the
tissue of higher animals, in particular as intercellular
space filler. HA(Hyaluronan) is found in greatest concentrations in
the vitreous humour of the eye and in the synovial fluid
of articular joints, but is also found in the skin,
connective tissue and elsewhere in the body.
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) was made 'famous' by an ABC News report
in which Connie Chung visited a Japanese village by the
name of Yuzurihara. She found that the people there were
living longer, looked younger, and were more flexible
and active than their western counterparts. These
Japanese villagers, in their 80s and 90s, have smooth
wrinkle-less skin, a full head of hair and apparently no
need for glasses.
So what is it, that allows these Japanese to be so much
more youthful, lead active, productive lives at their
advanced age, where as in western countries most people
in their 80s and beyond are in old-age homes?
The conclusion drawn in the ABC report was that these
people ate 'sticky vegetables' and that this factor was
the secret to their apparent youth. In addition, the
oestrogen-like molecules in their diet, fermented forms
of soy in miso paste and tofu, seem to play an important
role. These molecules, along with natural oestrogen,
send a signal to the fibroblast cells to make more
hyaluro-nic acid. But is this the whole answer? - I don't
think so, but I'll get to this a little later.
Next, let's look at what Hyaluronic acid does.
According to scientific research by a variety of
Universities and researchers, Hyaluronic acid (Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) is used in
the human body to cushion and lubricate joints, eyes,
the skin, and heart valves (see http://www.ctds.info/hyaluronic_acid.html
for an in-depth look at all the different diseases,
syndromes and conditions). Some treatments, which
involve the use of Hyaluronic acid (Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) include: treatment
for osteoarthritis and other joint problems, as well as
a range of eye disorders, retinal detachment, and some
cardiovascular disorders.
However, it is in the anti-aging effect on the skin that
we are focusing on in this article and the effect
hyaluronic acid (Hyaluronan) seems to have on the skin is at the
level of promoting the formation of collagen. These are
the fibres that firm the skin. Now, hyaluronidase, an
enzyme that breaks down collagen fibres, is produced by
free radicals and UV radiation.
These factors breaks down fibres of collagen can cause
premature wrinkles and sagging of the skin. Focusing on
Hyaluronic acid (Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate), it would seem reasonable therefore,
that reducing the free radicals is a major key to
reducing the hyaluronidase enzyme and secondly to
promote normal levels of hyaluro-nic acid in the skin.
Plant substances known as bioflavonoids, contained in
foods such as grape seed extract, blueberry, cranberry,
citrus bioflavonoids and milk thistle, etc., inhibit the
production of hyaluronidase, which helps to achieve the
first aim of reducing the free radicals. In addition,
reducing processed foods from our diet, increasing the
level of exercise and living a more balanced life style
will help in promoting natural levels of
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate)
in our system, not just in the skin...
When considering injecting hyaluronic acid(Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) into the skin
to treat fine lines and wrinkles, we are once again
loosing sight of the holistic approach to treating our
bodies and thus run a serious risk of introducing
factors, which may lead to side effects or other health
problems. Further, we also run the risk of creating an
imbalance in the chemical composition of the skin and
who knows what possible problems await us as a result.
Some known side effects of
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) injections
therapy for aging skin include:
·swelling
·infection
·redness
·tenderness
·acne
·lumps
·tissue
hardening
·unknown
risks when used in combination with collagen
These side effects are serious enough to reconsider
using Hyaluronic Acid injections therapy of hyaluronic acid
(Hyaluronan) as an
anti-aging treatment for the skin.
Remember too, that the people in the Japanese village do
not use Hyaluronic Acid injections therapy(hyaluronic acid injections)... They life an holistic life
style incorporating unprocessed foods and physical
activity together with a balanced mind-set and life
style.
So where can you get a holistic source of hyaluronic
acid from?
There are a couple of ways. The first is from "starchy
root vegetables" such as the ones mentioned by the
village doctor in the ABC report which include:
Satsumaimo, a type of sweet potato; Satoimo, a sticky
white potato; Konyaku, a gelatinous root vegetable
concoction; and Imoji, a potato root.
These vegetables help the cells of the body to thrive
and retain moisture. Further, they keep joints
lubricated, protect the retina of the eye and keep the
skin smooth and elastic by promoting collagen.
Another source of
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate), for non-vegetarians,
is to eat animal parts known to contain a lot of hyaluro-nic acid. You could make a broth from fish bones.
That is, once you've taken off the fillets, boil the
rest of the fish, including their head and make a fish
stock. Similarly, you can make a meat broth using animal
joints, sinews and tendons, then adding a few root and
other vegetables to create a healthy, nourishing soup.
In conclusion, at Wildcrafted Herbal Products we do not
believe that adding isolated ingredients in elevated
concentrations to our natural skin care products is a
preferred option. Rather, using a holistically natural
approach to skin care and for that matter health care is
a far more preferable option.
Skin care is as much about taking care of your skin as
it is taking responsibility and care of your overall
health and wellbeing. Your skin is not an isolated part
of your body and should not be treated as such.
Again I would like to remind you of the Japanese
villagers - they do not inject themselves with
hyaluro-nic acid, they do not use
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) in
isolation, they do however life a healthy, active and
mostly balanced life style.
Danny Siegenthaler is a doctor of traditional Chinese
medicine and together with his wife Susan, a medical
herbalist and Aromatherapist, they have created Natural
Skin Care Products by Wildcrafted Herbal Products to
share their 40 years of combined expertise with you.
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A
Breakthrough For A More Youthful Appearance
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People get wrinkles. It's a fact of life - or is it?
Thanks to an amazing scientific discovery, we now
realize that we may be able to reduce or delay the
appearance of wrinkles!
How do Wrinkles Develop?
The aging of your skin causes a decline in its
functionality. The first noticeable change in aging skin
is sagging; the skin appears loose and does not "bounce
back" as easily when pinched or pulled. Next, fine lines
appear, followed by deeper ones as the skin undergoes
greater structural changes. These changes are followed
by alteration in color and texture. Brown spots appear
on the hands and face and the skin becomes thin and dry.
Typically, this is what we learn to accept as time goes
by - but it doesn't have to be!
Living Wrinkle-Free
As reported by ABC News anchorwoman Connie Chung on
Primetime, an amazing substance may contribute to
longer-lasting youth. In the village of Yuzuri Hara,
Japan, the people there routinely live into their 90ís
and longer!
More than 10% of the population of the village is aged
85 or older - 10 times the American average. Not only
are the residents of Yuzuri Hara living longer, but they
are also quite healthy - they are rarely sick and
diseases like cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer's are
relatively unheard of. In addition, many of them have
also managed to keep their skin from showing signs of
aging! This is especially amazing when you consider that
residents of the village typically work outdoors
(farming) in the sun for years, never once using sun
block or skin cream; yet their skin remains remarkably
soft, smooth and relatively wrinkle-free.
Dr. Toyosuke Komori, the town doctor believes that the
key may be locally grown starches, which may help to
stimulate the body's natural creation of a substance
called hyaluro-nic acid , which aging bodies
typically lose.
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) is a key component of collagen and
may help to fight the inevitable aging process by
improving cellular hydration. Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) also functions as a
free radical scavenger and as an antioxidant. These
properties may offer protection against skin damage
caused by the sun. In fact, Dr. Komori was quoted by ABC
Primetime as saying; "I have seen a woman in her 90's
with spotless skin."
Hyaluronic Acid - the Miracle Nutrient
The function of Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) is always about hydration and
separation. Hydration because it holds on to water and
separation because it acts as a structural component
throughout the body.
H-A can be found naturally in every tissue of your body.
Nearly 50% of your body's Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) is in your skin; there it
creates volume, resulting in a healthy and vital
appearance. As you age, however, you lose this vital
youth-enhancing substance.
H-A is important for more than just skin health. Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) helps
to keep your skin moist and your joints lubricated,
acting as a buffer to protect your cells. In the United
States, Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) has also been used for years in eye surgery
as a shock absorber to protect the retina and has been
proven effective in lubricating arthritic joints. It
acts as a major internal lubricant, playing a crucial
role in slowing down cellular mitosis - a crucial aspect
of cellular repair - and joint health. Your joints are
surrounded by a membrane called the synovial membrane,
which forms a capsule around the ends of the bones. This
membrane secretes a liquid called the synovial fluid.
Current research into osteoarthritis and pain has shown
positive results in the treatment of joint pain and
cartilage formation with Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate). Patients who have used Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate)
have experienced a decrease in pain, improved range of
motion and improved cellular repair to damaged
connective tissues.
H-A is also found in the extracellular matrix (ECM). The
ECM is composed of material produced by the cells and
excreted to the extracellular space within the tissues.
All nutrients and metabolic waste are transported
through the ECM. Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) is a major constituent of the ECM
and serves as an essential structural element of the ECM.
Unfortunately, H-A also has a "half-life" (the amount of
time required for half of the molecule to decay) of less
than one day in the epidermis (outer skin layer) and is
easily eliminated from your cells. It therefore must be
continually replenished.
A leading Japanese pharmaceutical company tested Hyaluronic Acid supplements on 1,000 people. Roughly 50% reported
smoother skin, less fatigue and better eyesight; but thatís not all. According to Brian Toole, Ph.D., Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) may
even have wound healing and tissue-reconstruction
applications - it has even been used to help minimize
the appearance of bruises and scars!
You can have Beautiful Skin!
The ECM fills up the space between the skin cells. This
makes the skin soft, smooth and elastic. As your amount
of H-A decreases, the ECM becomes dehydrated, producing
dry, rough, wrinkled skin. Itís not unlike the drying of
fruit. A plum starts out plump and moist. Remove the
water and you get...a prune.
Truly radiant skin comes from within. Your skin's
ability to physically glow depends upon its ability to
retain and hold moisture within the cells of its dermis
(inner layer). In fact, your skin's dermis layer is made
up of about 70% water.
The amount of water that you have depends largely on
your age and health. According to J. M. Seigneuret,
Ph.D., a proper water balance is vital to your skinís
condition. Hyperhydration causes the skin to crumple up
and swell (that "pruney" look after being submerged in
water for a long time) and dehydration promotes the loss
of elasticity and wrinkling (the "crocodile" look).
Normally, nothing is more abundant in the human skin
cell than Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) and water. In fact, according to Aimo
Niskanen, D.V.M., Ph.D., H-A can retain up to 1,000 times
its own weight in moisture! Dr. Clive Solomons, Ph.D.,
F.A.I.C., has also noted that H-A acts as a gel to help
keep your tissues hydrated.
This is why H-A has become a very popular ingredient in
high-quality cosmetics; but topical creams can only bind
moisture to the outer surface of your skin! When taken
internally, Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) reaches the deep inner layers of the
epidermis where topical applications cannot reach.
How could HA Work for You?
H-A may be one of the most important substances in your
body. It is a natural component of your skin and plays a
major role in maintaining the cellular health of not
only your skin, but also your eyes and joints as well.
Throughout your lifetime, your body's cells lose a large
part of their essential moisture. Fifty-year-olds are
estimated to have less than half the hyaluro-nic acid(Hyaluronan)
they had in youth! By replenishing the moisture with the
support of Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate), you may be able to help reverse the signs
typically associated with cellular aging, giving you
back that youthful glow!
Columns of fibers, made up mostly of collagen and
elastin, provide support from below the surface layers
of your skin. This essentially forms a "molecular
sponge" known as connective tissue. The spaces within
this sponge are filled with a composition of water,
protein complexes and HA(Hyaluronan).
The main problem with getting more H-A into your body is
that the molecule itself is large and hard to properly
absorb. This problem may be solved by breaking down the
H-A molecule into a smaller form. This lower weight may
become more stable and thus more bioavailable to your
body.
The H-A found in Ultra HA™ is derived from rooster combs.
Rooster combs are a very rich source of
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) and the
purest source of H-A available. Clinical trials that have
been performed on H-A have used rooster combs as their
source, because of its purity.
The weight of H-A derived from rooster combs is 1.2 - 1.5
million daltons. A dalton is an arbitrary unit of
measurement used in science. Scientists in Japan have
developed a new technique to permit absorption of the
molecule. By using an enzyme-cleaving technique,
naturally derived H-A is broken down into lower molecular
weight polymers. These new smaller molecules weigh 1/10
of their original weight, between 100,000 - 120,000 daltons. This is important, as H-A can only be absorbed
as a low molecular weight molecule. Ultra H-A™ with H-A
was designed with these smaller, more concentrated
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate)
molecules to work from the inside out, to help lock in
vital moisture to help replenish the natural cartilage
cushion between your joints and also promote firmer,
smoother skin.
Be Good to Your Skin!
In a recent study, 96 women between the ages of 22-65
took H-A derived from rooster combs for 45 days.
Subjective monitoring was conducted and the results were
clearly significant. This evidence suggests that low
molecular weight H-A may help your body to slough off
old, dead skin cells from the outer layer much faster,
forcing your body to create new skin cells. This may
help to support smoother skin with a more youthful glow;
virtually eliminating the need for harsh chemical peels,
messy creams or perfumed lotions! Ultra H-A™ contains H-A
derived from rooster combs - the same as that
effectively used in the study!
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Nourish Your Skin From the
Inside Out with Hyaluronic Acid and Collagen |
Cosmeceuticals—a marriage between cosmetics and
pharmaceuticals—is the fastest-growing segment of the
natural personal care industry. And it’s no wonder.
Because if you’re like most people over 40 you want to
avoid or get rid of the crow’s feet around your eyes and
the vertical lines above your lips.
One of the newest cosmeceuticals to hit the market is
hyaluro-nic acid.
What is hyaluro-nic acid?
Hyaluro-nic acid is a non-sulfated glycosaminoglycan
distributed widely throughout the body in the
connective, epithelial, and neural tissues. It is one of
the chief components of the extracellular matrix and
contributes significantly to cell proliferation and
migration. The average person has roughly 15 grams of
hyaluro-nic acid in their body, one third of which is
lost and replaced each day.1
How does it work?
The surface layers of the skin are supported from below
by columns of fibers made up mostly of collagen and
elastin. This network of fibers forms the molecular
sponge known as connective tissue.
Keeping Your Skin Hydrated—Hyaluronic Acid and
Collagen
The spaces within this sponge are filled with a
composition of water, protein complexes, and hyaluro-nic
acid. This jelly-like complex transports essential
nutrients from the bloodstream, via the capillaries in
your skin. Hyaluro-nic acid attracts and holds water,
which is what plumps your skin so that wrinkles and
lines are less visible.
With properties like that, it is clear that hyaluro-nic
acid is vital to:
■Curb
premature wrinkling
■Increase skin
hydration
■Keep skin
moist and smooth
■Boost skin
elasticity
■Enhance
collagen synthesis
■Nourish
healthy skin cell growth
■Promote firm
skin tone
■Support
healthier joints
Searching for beauty in all the wrong places
In 2005, Americans spent more than $12.5 billion on
cosmetic procedures that promise to help restore the
dewy glow of youth. With baby boomers and more men
looking for innovative ways to slow the aging process,
it’s estimated that the medical-aesthetic
economy—including device sales and doctors’ fees—will
soon surpass $20 billion.
The problem is, Botox, chemical peels, and fillers are
temporary quick fixes, expensive and not without risk.
Botox is delivered in tiny, non-lethal doses of
botulinum toxin, which interferes with nerve function
for months at a time. In the end, it could very well
cause permanent nerve damage. Injected fillers meant to
plump up wrinkles and lines can result in infection,
bruising, swelling, and pain.
And honestly—if you’ve been trying hard to eat a healthy
diet, and supplement it with nutritional Hyaluronic Acid supplements why
would you even consider injecting your face with
chemicals?
Hyaluro-nic acid is a healthy alternative for fighting
the effects of aging … and the good news is that it’s
inexpensive, natural, and free of side effects.
“… it’s also important to replenish diminishing
stores of hyaluronic acid, because HA is one of the
skin’s most important components for hydration and
moisture retention.”
Nourish your skin from the inside out
Slathering your skin with topical creams and ointments
helps protect against the elements, but the best way to
maintain moist, beautiful skin is to nourish it from the
inside out. Drinking 8-10 glasses of purified water each
day is important, but it’s also important to replenish
diminishing stores of hyaluro-nic acid, because
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) is one
of the skin’s most important components for hydration
and moisture retention. And without the proper levels of
H-A in the upper layers of the epidermis, your skin
appears dull and wrinkled.
Can a hyaluronic acid supplement really help?
According to this theory, it can. We’re all exposed to
free radicals through daily exposure to UV rays and
environmental pollutants, which inevitably degrades and
destroys hyaluro-nic acid.
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) begins to decrease in your
early 20s and this accelerates when you hit 40. (In
fact, 50 year olds are estimated to have less than half
the hyaluro-nic acid of people in their 20s.)4 There is a
decrease in the amount of hyaluronic fluid and its
synthesis, which in turn leads to a decrease in
intra-cellular fluid. This results in skin that is drier
and more vulnerable to damage.
The formation and maintenance of collagen, which is also
vital to maintaining skin elasticity and tone, is
affected. You begin to notice more crow’s feet and
wrinkles because your skin loses its elasticity.
Luckily, you can enhance the amount and absorption of H-A
by taking an inexpensive, natural nutritional
supplement. And the added bonus is that
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) helps support
healthy joints!
■HA is a
member of the family of molecules called
glycosaminoglycans, which also includes chondroitin
sulfate. It is an excellent lubricant in the body.
■Hyaluro-nic
acid is produced in the human body and is found in the
tissues of all animals.
■H-A is also a
major ingredient of the synovial fluid that lubricates
and cushions joints. Without the appropriate levels of
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate), the synovial fluid loses its ability to perform,
which leaves the joints unprotected and the cartilage
undernourished.
■H-A was
isolated about sixty years ago from vitreous humor that
fills the inner chamber of the eye.
■Its name is
derived from the Greek word for glass (hyalos), which
accurately describes its transparent, glassy appearance.
■In skin, H-A,
along with water and protein complexes, fills the spaces
in connective tissue.
■The nature of
H-A’s molecular structure makes it ideal for attracting
and holding water.
Scientific studies
Although there are numerous studies on the injectable
form of H-A into knee joints and facial skin, at this
time there are no human trials evaluating the oral
benefits of hyaluro-nic acid.
Conclusion
You can spend hundreds—even thousands of dollars each
year on topical moisturizers that help soften your skin.
But if you want to truly give your skin the moisture it
needs to maintain elasticity, strengthen collagen and
minimize wrinkles and age spots, it’s a good idea to
increase your levels of hyaluro-nic acid. Although it’s
not proven, it makes sense that a natural hyaluro-nic
acid supplement might help. And if maintaining healthy,
beautiful skin is important to you, then it’s definitely
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Hyaluronic Acid Collagen – Why
It Matters and How You Can Use It To Your Advantage |
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) and collagen is one of the main culprits
behind skin aging. The average person has around 15-16
grams of hyaluro-nic acid in their body, and about 30% of
this is lost and replaced on a daily basis.
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) attracts and keeps water in one place.
This is what helps your skin look less wrinkled and
reduces those deep forehead lines. With that said, it is
vital to enhance your skin elasticity, promote healthier
skin, better skin tone and increase hydration.
Americans spend billions upon billions of dollars on
cosmetic surgery in hopes of looking better, but all
these things do not last. They sometimes might damage
you permanently and the pain after surgery is not worth
it in my opinion.
There are better ways to improve your skin naturally. It
will be cheaper and more beneficial for your body. It is
a lot more important to accept who you are and improve
from there.
Many people who have undergone cosmetic surgery are
still not happy after their procedure, that’s why most
keep coming back just wanting to improve that one little
thing, and then they’re happy. I’m sorry to say this but
it just ain’t happening for most people.
As you age your
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) and collagen levels
decrease and this is one of the main reasons why your
skin starts to sag and look older.
So how can you use this information to your advantage?
The best way you can do it is to use a good natural skin
care product, and it is important to know that you do
not just want to go out and look at products that
contain these ingredients and say that this is all you
need.
The truth is that you body cannot directly absorb
something like collagen, which is a protein, therefore
you need a skin care product that will promote the
production of
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Hyaluro-nic Acid Collagen Cream
Can Make Your Skin More Youthful |
A
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) collagen cream may very well be the best
anti-aging product you could possibly use to make your
skin more youthful and smooth. But getting one that's
effective is not as straight-forward as it may sound.
In fact, a very large percentage of hyaluro-nic acid and
collagen cream products available are useless because
they are designed and developed very poorly. Let me
explain what I mean so you can avoid getting one that's
ineffective...
First of all, do you know why
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) and
collagen protein are so important? In comparison to a
brick building, collagen proteins are like the bricks
the make of the framework of the building. They provide
structure and firmness.
But without some type of filler (mortar), the framework
has no chance of staying intact. Hyaluro-nic acid is a
substance that cushions collagen protein and fills in
all the gaps between them. It's also the skin's primary
means of moisture retention, as it can hold up to 1,000
times it's weight in water.
Now back to knowing how to tell the different between a
quality
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) collagen cream and a poor one...
If you find skin care products that actually contain
these important skin elements as ingredients, then you
can be pretty confident that they are not effective.
Why? Because in molecular form, they are too large to
penetrate through the skin. In fact, they just sit on
your skin until you wash them off.
The only kind of
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) collagen cream that
actually works is one that contains ingredients that
encourage collagen production and preserve the amount of hyaluro-nic acid that's in your skin.
Every anti-aging product I use contains two ingredients
called CynergyTK(TM) and Phytessence Wakame.
CynergyTK(TM) is a breakthrough new ingredient that
actually stimulates the production and regrowth of
collagen protein in the skin. Phytessence Wakame is a
special Japanese ingredient that stops the activity of
hyaluronidase, an enzyme that constantly breaks down
hyaluro-nic acid. |
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Hyaluronate's Structure |
The chemical structure of
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) was determined in the
1950s in the laboratory of Karl Meyer
Hyaluronan is a polymer of disaccharides, themselves
composed of D-glucuronic acid and D-N-acetylglucosamine,
linked together via alternating β-1,4 and β-1,3
glycosidic bonds. Hyaluronan can be 25,000 disaccharide
repeats in length. Polymers of hyaluronan can range in
size from 5,000 to 20,000,000 Da in vivo. The average
molecular weight in human synovial fluid is 3−4 million
Da, and hyaluronan purified from human umbilical cord is
3,140,000 Da.
Hyaluronic acid (HA,Hyaluronan,Sodium Hyaluronate) is energetically stable in part because of
the stereochemistry of its component disaccharides.
Bulky groups on each sugar molecule are in sterically
favored positions, whereas the smaller hydrogens assume
the less-favorable axial positions. |
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