The 10 Best Hyaluronic Acid Serums to Salvage Dry Winter Skin
From The Ordinary’s Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 to Glow Recipe’s “Plum Plump” Hyaluronic Acid Serum.
Between braving the winter dryness, dealing with less sunshine and feeling the ice-cold wind on our faces, the start of the year might just be taking a toll on our skin already. With this seasonal change affecting our dermis already, a product that you’ll definitely need to add to your skincare arsenal is a trustworthy hyaluronic acid serum. This specific product is proven to boost the glow of skin, tighten the appearance of lines and also increase levels of moisture depending on the key ingredients. It also happens to be National Hyaluronic Acid Day — which couldn’t have come any sooner, to be honest.
In our latest roundup, we’ve tallied up the best hyaluronic serums worth picking up right now if your face and skin need an extra boost. Our favorite picks include Glossier‘s Super Bounce, featuring hyaluronic acid + vitamin B5 serum, and The Ordinary’s tried and true Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5. Glossier’s option is known to increase the softness of the areas you apply the serum while The Ordinary’s product offers a solution to dryness, thanks to its ultra-hydrating and vegan formula.
Keep reading to take a look at our top picks, alongside where to purchase them.
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
Created with an ultra-pure and hydrating formula, this product works to alter dryness and transform skin. It can be used in the morning and the evening, before layering on cream to your face. It’s ideal for normal skin, combination skin and also oily skin types.
Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Serum
A rich combination of hyaluronic acid 75%, sodium PCA and silk proteins, this serum provides a solution for dryness, dullness and uneven texture. It also assists with keeping skin hydrated and provides the skin with vital nourishment while smoothing the appearance of rough skin texture and fine lines.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Hyaluronic Marine Hydration Booster
This time-released concentrate features hydration-boosting droplets that smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for softer-looking skin. You can apply it directly to the face in targeted areas or use it as a booster by mixing a few drops in your serum or foundation.
Glossier Super Bounce Hyaluronic Acid + Vitamin B5 Serum
This product creates a smooth, luminous base for applying makeup or other skincare. It can be easily added to your skincare routine for healthier hydration. To get the best results, after cleansing and before moisturizing, use the dropper to apply three to four drops of the serum into your hands and gently press it onto your skin.
Drunk Elephant B-Hydra™ Intensive Hydration Serum
This serum was created for the following skin types: oily, combination, normal and dry. When applied to your face, neck, chest or hands it will promote firmness, hydrate your skin and also improve the appearance of your skin’s texture.
Glow Recipe “Plum Plump” Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Utilizing the power of the plum, Glow Recipe harnesses the fruit’s humectant properties (meaning it draws and locks in moisture) plus five weights of hyaluronic acid to penetrate the skin barrier and hydrate intensely.
Inkey List Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Inkey List’s best-selling serum’s star ingredient is 2% multi-molecular hyaluronic acid, a powerhouse part of its formulation that holds 1000 times its weight in water. To get the most out of this serum, we suggest splashing water on the face first — this will allow the product to grab onto it and pull it into the skin.
Innisfree Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Serum
If you experience dry skin, eczema or irritation, we’d try the Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Serum from Innisfree. It gives your dermis up to 72 hours of hydration but also uses clinically proven green tea to help calm down inflammation. Plus, it’s vegan and cruelty-free.
La Roche Posay “Hyalu B5” Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum
For those of us who are feeling battered by the cold (and are starting to see it on our faces), La Roche Posay’s “Hyalu B5” is the right fit. It’s a serum first and a facial barrier repairer second, made with ingredients like madecassoside, concentrated pure hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5 to help fix damage that sensitive skin sufferers might experience.
Merit “Great Skin Instant Glow” Serum
Merit thought of it all when creating its “Great Skin” serum, including fast absorption, intense hydration and instant plumping. The product also contains soothing ingredients like niacinamide and Japanese goldthread root to combat the harsh effects of winter skin.
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