Can I Use Red Light With Hyaluronic Acid?

IN THIS ARTICLE:

01 What is Hyaluronic Acid?    
02 What Are The Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid?    
03 Can You Use Red Light And Hyaluronic Acid?    
04 Can You Put Hyaluronic Acid On Before an LED Mask?    
05 What Should be Avoided with Hyaluronic Acid?    
06 Conclusion

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Red light therapy and hyaluronic acid form the basis of a very strong skincare routine, add SPF, a good moisturizer, and double cleansing to the list and you’re pretty much there. But what exactly is hyaluronic acid and why is it so beneficial when combined with red light therapy treatments?

What is Hyaluronic Acid?

Hyaluronic acid is a substance naturally produced by the body to support the skin’s structure. It is not only found in the skin but supports lubrication of the joints, eyes, and connective tissues.

What Are The Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid?

• Smooths wrinkles
  
• Plumps the skin
• Restores skin moisture
• Supports collagen regeneration
• Smooths skin texture
• Reduce redness

Can You Use Red Light and Hyaluronic Acid?

Red light therapy is an increasingly popular at-home treatment designed to reverse visible signs of aging and enhance skin elasticity and firmness. Beyond expertly smoothing out fine lines, LED light therapy improves the appearance of acne, hyperpigmentation, redness, inflammation, and more. Hyaluronic acid maximizes the benefits of red light therapy by hydrating and nourishing the skin, allowing the light to be absorbed more effectively. Hyaluronic acid relieves any post-treatment tightness to prevent irritation.

Can You Put Hyaluronic Acid On Before an LED Mask?

No, hyaluronic acid and all other serums should be applied after red light therapy to prevent any interference with light absorption. This is the same for any other skincare serums or creams or even make-up and dirt. We always recommend double cleansing before red light therapy treatments to allow the light to penetrate the deeper dermal layers and enhance your results. Serums also may give the skin a ‘reflective’ shine compromising absorption and therefore effectiveness.

What Other Ingredients Should I Use WIth Hyaluronic Acid?

Some hyaluronic acid serums contain other complementary ingredients that help to nourish and hydrate the skin. The Project E Beauty Hyaluronic Acid Activating Serum has been specifically developed for use with LED light therapy and contains two targeted nourishing ingredients to enhance LED results, B5 (Pantothenol) and Centella. Similar to red light, B5 is designed to repair skin damage with powerful reparative properties - as red light therapy works by exposing the skin to mild stress to trigger the repair function, B5 accelerates this process to achieve results quicker. Centella reinforces the skin barrier to support collagen production and improve results.

What Should be Avoided with Hyaluronic Acid?

While hyaluronic acid is a very gentle ingredient and does not interfere with the performance of other actives such as AHA, BHA, vitamin C glycolic acid, and retinol. Always apply hyaluronic acid to damp skin to boost moisture benefits - HA is a water-binding humectant and so works by attracting and retaining surrounding moisture.

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Project E Beauty Hyaluronic Acid Activating Serum

 

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Conclusion

In conclusion, the answer to the question ‘what kind of serum should I use with red light therapy?’ the answer for us is always a high-quality hyaluronic acid serum. Apply to damp skin directly after treatment to boost moisture content and enhance your LED results. Hyaluronic acid and red light have many similarities - the most important of which is that both skin techniques are science-backed. Hyaluronic acid is a powerful, naturally occurring compound that supports the skin’s structure—much like natural red light therapy. Both are natural and work to restore and reinforce the skin’s foundation, promoting a firmer, more supple, and hydrated appearance

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 written by Olivia Khader