Give way to hyaluronic acid, because a new powerful moisturizer is now entering the cosmetics market.
Moisturized skin glows brightly. Pictured is Zoë Kravitz. All Over Press
What the heck is polyglutamic acid, the new trendy ingredient in beauty, and why is it all the rage? We interviewed a Sky-Cidesco specialist cosmetologist and make-up artist Ville Äikäwhich reveals the benefits of the annealed ingredient.
Polyglutamic acid (PGA) is a water-soluble peptide obtained from fermented soybeans that binds a lot of moisture. It can bind up to four times more moisture than the popular hyaluronic acid.
– Precisely for this reason, this ingredient that effectively binds moisture is undoubtedly highly praised. After all, it is fashionable fermented, plant-based, well-tolerated and effective treatment, says Ville Äikäs.
– I don’t see any reason why it wouldn’t be worth the hype, but the world is full of those good ingredients, continues Äikäs.
What are the benefits of it for the skin?
– It effectively moisturizes the skin by binding moisture from the surrounding air and skin. Due to its abundant moisture-binding capacity, it plumps up the skin and thus fades fine lines and roughness and unevenness caused by dryness, opens Äikäs.
It can be found especially in serums and intensive moisturizing creams.
Polyglutamic acid is suitable for all skin types that lack moisture. Pictured is Devon Windsor. All Over Press
So who is the product suitable for? Finns who struggle with dry skin in particular can find help for dry skin care. It can be used both in the morning and in the evening.
– Products containing polyglutamic acid are suitable for everyone, but especially for dry skin due to its effective moisturizing ability, says Äikäs.
– Of course, dry skin can feel a little tingling, as you often feel when you use effective moisturizing products. However, the feeling goes away when you apply a rich enough moisturizer.
Try these:
For skin in need of effective additional moisturizing and freshness, you should use a light, moisturizing treatment water, which we wrote about earlier. Goodbye tight and cloudy skin. The active ingredients in Ole Henriksen’s treatment water from the Danish brand are brightening vitamin C and moisturizing polyglutamic acid. A sufficient power product that became a new favorite. 59.90 e, Stockmann.
The vegan, moisturizing care liquid promises to strengthen the skin’s protective layer. The skin felt soft and pleasant, and the product was absorbed quickly. Made in Sweden, Skin Treat’s treatment water contains no less than 97 percent natural ingredients. Good value for money. 19.90 e, Kicks.
The light and effective serum brought elasticity, lightness and freshness to dry skin. Contains hyaluronic acid and amino acids in addition to polyglutamic acid. Surface-dry skin felt long-term moisturized. Stay in standard use! 67 e, Dermalogica.
The affordable, vegan serum was absorbed quickly and left the skin feeling supple. The Glow Hub The Hydration Hero serum fits perfectly under a lighter moisturizer, as the product revitalizes even dry skin and doesn’t necessarily need a rich moisturizer to accompany it. 17.90 e, Nordic Beauty.
Domestic Lumene’s bestseller product was renewed. The new composition also contains powerful moisturizing polyglutamic acid. The fresh serum leaves the skin with a beautiful glow, and the make-up spreads on the skin extremely easily when the base is smooth and rich. This favorite serum does not disappoint and is also in regular use by beauty editors all year round. 32.50 e, It’s snowing.
The polyglutamine serum from the hyped cosmetics brand The Inkey List promises to make the skin instantly smoother. The affordable product can be used alone, or the serum can be mixed with moisturizer or foundation. 17.50 e, Lyco.
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