Reviva Hyaluronic Acid Serum Review
Hyaluronic acid is an expensive ingredient to produce. For this reason, all of the products on the market that use it in adequate strengths sell for around $60 to $135. However Reviva hyaluronic acid serum is the one exception – at retail you can get it for around $22 to $25 per bottle.
Because Reviva’s price is so affordable, I must admit I was pretty skeptical. So I did my due diligence; I contacted them to find out the HA concentration, quality, etc. Their answers passed with flying colors and they were even gracious enough to send me a sample to review. Being that they have been using this ingredient decades longer than the other guys, it actually makes sense that they are able to offer it at such a great price.

Day One
I applied a generous coating of hyaluronic acid to my face and neck after my evening shower. Within just minutes I could tell a difference with my skin… it plumped up!

Day Seven
I continued applying it twice daily after showering. Because Reviva hyaluronic acid serum quickly soaks into your skin, it’s okay to apply your preferred cream on too. What I would do is apply the HA serum and after 20 minutes or so, I would apply my regular face cream. By this time the results were even better – most notable was the decrease in my nasolabial fold.

Day Twenty-One
After 3 weeks of use, I must say this product is incredible. Not only have the results continued getting better, but I also discovered that applying it to my lips at night helped to plump them up, too. Another benefit I noticed was that my pores appear smaller. The malar and submalar areas showed increased volume, despite that I actually weighed three pounds less than I did on day one (volume loss in these areas is one of the most prevalent signs of aging).

Conclusion?
Reviva Labs hyaluronic acid serum does an amazing job – in fact it is my new favorite hyaluronic acid product. I believe it does a much better job than the $135 HA serum I’ve been previously using. I just placed a big order for more through Amazon.

Where to buy?
You can find it at some specialty beauty and health stores, but what I recommend is buying it from Amazon because it’s less than half the price of retail. I apply mine very generously twice daily to both neck and face and one bottle lasts about four weeks. That means a 12 month supply will cost less than a one month supply of my old HA serum! This is such an amazing value! Definitely give Reviva hyaluronic acid a try…

Let’s take a look at a few of the top selling products which contain adequate amounts of hyaluronic acid:

SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Gel Review
SkinCeuticals is a pretty big name in the skin care world. They produce a number of specialty skin care products which are considered to be mid-priced. This gel is actually more of a serum and the user is instructed to only use one or two drops at a time. This product also contains skin lightening agents, which you may or may not want.

Pros:
• Great price – this is roughly half the price of some of the other top selling competitors
• Versatile – it’s an oil-free formulation that’s gentle on the skin, so it can be used by mostly everyone

Cons:
• Small bottle – the bottle is only 1 ounce, which is much less than the typical 1.7 oz you expect to see on skin care products

Peter Thomas Roth Viz 1000 Review
Now Peter Thomas Roth is not a brand I’m very familiar with, so this will be one of my hyaluronic acid reviews I may not be of much help for. However from what I read, it sounds to be a promising product. They claim it contains a concentrated formulation of hyaluronic acid.  It also contains algae extract to help nourish the skin.

Pros:
• Reasonable price – it’s not the cheapest one out there, but the price is still reasonable
• Good Ingredients – from reviewing the ingredient label, it appears to contain quite a bit of good stuff

Cons:
• Small bottle – like the SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Gel, this is only a 1 ounce bottle.

iS Clinical Youth Complex Review
This is manufactured by iS Clinical, a high-end Los Angeles based skin care company that caters to celebs, cosmetic doctors, etc. Although they have a few different products in the iS Clinical Skincare line, their Youth Complex is considered to be their flagship product. Among all the hyaluronic acid reviews, this is the highest end product currently available.

Pros:
• Fast Acting – offers immediate and long term results.
• Ultra-Potent – the main ingredient is hyaluronic acid, second only to water (which you’ll see first on pretty much all skin care labels)

Cons:
• Price – it’s a bit pricier, but with this, you do get what you pay for

How hyaluronic acid nourishes the skin
What’s so amazing about this ingredient is that it basically acts as a magnet to suck up water (and therefore, offer major moisturization). The most incredible part is to what degree it does this… reportedly it can absorb water up to one thousand times its own weight! This is why the best anti aging creams for the face use it. But it can work just as well when you use it on the body.

How to buy hyaluronic acid lotion
As mentioned, there are many companies that make it yet since it’s so expensive to make. Fortunately, there are a few products out there, like iS Clinical skincare, JuJu Cosmetics, and Sircuit Skin. I imagine in the near future more companies will start making hyaluronic acid lotion, because there’s definitely a demand for it. For now, the only place you can buy it is online through specialty skin care retailers. You may find something at the drugstore that claims to be a hyaluronic acid lotion, but if you look on the label, you will see it only contains a percent or two of this ingredient.

How to use hyaluronic acid lotion
Because it will cost more than your typical run-of-the-mill lotion, you will want to use it accordingly. With cheap lotion, you probably don’t mind slathering it on and having it rub off on clothes since it’s so inexpensive. With hyaluronic lotion, you will want to be a bit more careful. What I do is apply it after I get out of the shower and dry off. Before getting dressed, I wait until the lotion has had time to dry and be absorbed by my skin.

Collagen Sources
You see, products which use this ingredient often derive it from animal sources, such as cows and pigs. Now I don’t mean to scare anyone, but things like mad cow disease and others have the potential to be passed on if you use these.

Before the invention of Restylane, doctors use to inject this animal sourced collagen as a filler. They would use it to plump lips and other areas. Not only did it last a relatively short period of time (perhaps 3 months) it was also extremely dangerous. Because it was a foreign substance in your body, people were much more likely to experience allergic reaction. At the same time, they were also being exposed to potential diseases from the animals.

Now of course this is concern for anyone, but why is it a concern for me personally? Well, my partner’s aunt died under suspicious circumstances in the 90’s relating to her collagen lip injections. I don’t want to get to deep into this, but long story short it appears as the injection passed along a virus from the cow to her. She was relatively young and no medical conditions either, which makes it even more scary.

The Alternative
So after reading that, you realize how dangerous collagen skin care can be. Fortunately – just the last few years – there are now great alternatives. You can now use marine-sourced instead – it comes from plants. But my favorite is hyaluronic acid. You see this is another critical component of your skin, and it actually stimulates the natural production collagen in your skin. But the great news is that it can be produced synthetically so no animal sources are used. Therefore, the odds of an allergic reaction are extremely rare since it’s virtually identical to what’s already in your skin.

What products use this collagen-like substance? Well as far as wrinkle fillers go, Restylane is the most popular procedure. This is a treatment that is performed by doctors. There are also topical creams which use this groundbreaking substance. In fact, you can now buy pure hyaluronic acid to apply to your skin for an incredibly reasonable price!

Hyaluronic acid is an incredible natural substance in your body. It’s a critical part of your skin, cartilage, and other tissues. It is a water-magnet, being able to absorb a thousand fold more than its actual weight! So it’s no wonder why they say it’s so vital for keeping our skin full and our joints lubricated.

Did you also know that one of the speculations made by scientists about why we age; some believe that there is a shortage of vital factors such as hyaluronic acid and collagen that cause the skin to age. These two components help the skin retain moisture, suppleness and resilience. Therefore, it’s believe that when a person has a shortage of these two components they begin to see fine lines and wrinkles.

Source Naturals Hyaluronic Acid Review
There are many products readily available for purchase in the online market, but few are as popular as the Source Naturals brand which they call Skin Eternal. There is one ingredient they use in particular that deserves to be at the head of discussion, and that is BioCell Collagen II. This product is made of 100% pure collagen. This ingredient has undergone a process which enables it to absorb massive amounts of moisture and is combined with other ingredients such as, chondroitan sulfate and Collagen Type II peptides. This scientifically designed composition of ingredients are stated to help keep the skin healthy as well as aide joints in their ability to function properly.

Wrinkle Treatment
Many people may not believe that this treatment is effective in treating lines and wrinkles as well as being an effective anti aging treatment and this is why. There has been discussion that in order for a treatment to work effectively in regards to decreasing lines, wrinkles as well as being used as an anti aging treatment large amounts of the chemical needs to be absorbed into the skin. Because of the thickness and large size of the peptide complex found in hyaluronic acid it has been said to not be an effective anti aging treatment in the form of a supplement.

This is where the manufacters of Source Natural hyaluronic acid come into play. They state that they have found a way to make these particles smaller so it is effectively absorbed into the skin and can give people the skin they have always dreamed of.

This reason why this product makes an ideal anti aging product as well as a great treament for wrinkles is because it is stated to increase hydration in the skin and can be used as an exfoliant to promote the increase in collagen production and bring livlier skin to the surface.

Conclusion
As you can see this is just like many of the new high tech skin products will receive positive and negative feedback from many different sources.  This is just part of the introduction process for any new product. What is important is whether it can benefit you and what it can do for your skin. So make sure to do your homework, read more studies and consult with a doctor to make your decision on whether this is a treatment you would consider trying. Make sure you completely understand Source Naturals hyaluronic acid to see if it’s something you may want to try. Who knows you may have found the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow!

That’s right, they now make topical products which are relatively inexpensive and work wonders. Many top wrinkle creams are now using it as a primary ingredient. Ever since I first used it, I won’t use anything else.

However just like anything we encounter in life there are downfalls, and experimenting with skin care products is no exception. Often when we hear about the latest high tech beauty products and we go running to the cosmetic counters at our favorite department store or make a mad dash to the drug store to take advantage of whatever product seems to be the most desirable at the time. Before you do this, it’s always a good idea to compare the risks and rewards associated with each treatment.

Background
There are many different products in the skin care industry all of which claim to help, prevent, or fix many different problems we have with our sometimes temperamental skin. One of the products in particular that has been raved about, not only among dermatologist but consumers alike, are products that contain hyaluronic acid. This product is said to help with not only in the prevention of wrinkles and fine lines, but actually helps treat them once they have made their appearance on the face. It has also been commonly used in the treatment of arthritis in the knee. It is stated by doctors to help by increasing the moisture in the joints which helps the persons mobility.

Topical Side Effects
Some of the side effects of hyaluronic acid in gel forms may include such symptoms as swelling, tenderness and itching. Although these side effects are stated they don’t seem to be very common. In fact many people believe the reason why it is easily tolerated by is because our bodies actually produce this chemical in certain joints as well as our skin. Personally I have never met a single person that has had a side effect when using it in the topical form.

Injection Side Effects
Other hyaluronic acid side effects in relation to injections of this chemical (such as Restylane procedures which are done by a doctor) include the skin turning a multitude of different colors from a bright red to almost a blue in color. Hmmm? And I thought that rainbows were supposed to be good luck. Others include pain, fever, dizziness, rashes, stomach ache and swelling.

In relation to injections done on people with problems with their knees, some have reported hyaluronic acid side effects such as problems swallowing, severe headaches, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, loss of appetite, stuffy nose and itching.

Conclusion
Phew! Now I know what you are thinking, and before this turns into sounding like one of those ads on your television that state how to fix a problem by taking some type of medication, and then it reports more side effects than benefits, remember that it is necessary to know more information about a product before you invest your time and money into it. That way you are aware of all of the possible reactions associated with it if you decide to try it. The good news is that when it is used in the form of a topical cream or serum the side effects are very rare. Please realize that I am not a medical professional so you should discuss these things with a doctor.

The Next Step
Because I’ve had such incredible results using the cream, I always recommend people start with hyaluronic acid skin care creams before they resort to the more drastic (and expensive) injectable method.

Not only does it help to plump up your skin, but it also bolsters its natural ability to make collagen. So it’s a one-two punch. Many of the top anti aging wrinkle creams use it as a primary ingredient. Being that it’s so effective, there’s no doubt hyaluronic acid skin care products have a bright future ahead.

The Natural Anti-Aging Solution
Hyaluronic acid cream is one of many new anti aging creams to make it’s presence known in the beauty and skin care industries. The reason why is because there are many great qualities and benefits that this cream has for many people. For one it is actually a substance that is naturally produced in the body which helps in the lubrication of joints. This is essential for being able to protect the joints from the impact we might endure during running or jumping.

This acid is also found in skin cells and it is because of this that creating a treatment that uses these as a focal point seems like a favorable thing to do. Scientists who have studied various aspects of skin care have began using this chemical to create hyaluronic acid cream. This cream is not only modernized and a scientifically designed type of skin care cream, but manufacters have high hopes of reaching out to a wide range of people. Some of these people include those who are more into a holistic type of wrinkle or anti aging treatments.

Why It Makes Sense
The reason why it can be viewed as an effective anti aging skin care treatment is because it has a lot of valuable traits that make it very different and novel then many of the other skin care products available on the market and in the online industry. It soaks up a whopping 1000 times its weight in water. Hyaluronic acid has the ability to supply the skin with supreme moisture because it latches onto water molecules and integrates them into the skin, leaving your skin well hydrated and rejuvenated. It has also been clinically demonstrated to stimulate your own body to make even more collagen, too. Simply put, this is one of the few ingredients that has scientifically demonstrated itself as being effective.

For Scars
There has also been discussion that it is also able to prevent scarring as well. The basis for this information was developed in the belief of how fetuses have a tendency to be born without any type of physical scarring. Many researchers believe that the reason for this is because during birth the mother’s amniotic fluid has an abundance of hyaluronic acid, thus it prevents the child from having scars when it is born. Of course more research needs to be done in this arena to find out if it truly can help with scarring.

For Wrinkles
Another reason why hyaluronic acid cream has been quite the talk of the town is because it has also been stated to help with not only the prevention of wrinkles, but can also be used as a treatment for wrinkles. It’s amazing water retention properties and its ability to help with the creation of new collagen and elastin makes it a pretty clear-cut choice. Another reason why it works is because it has been said that it can get underneath layers of the skin and not only help repair damage skin cells but can also revitalize new skin cells before they make their way into the surface of the skin.

Now that you are a little better informed about this breakthrough discovery, you can decide if you would like to take the next step in finding the hyaluronic acid serum or cream that is right for you. I think it would be best for readers to know that I am not a licensed dermatologist or a medical professional so consulting with one prior to using this or any other type of new product is never a bad idea.

The secret is to make sure you get one with a high percentage of this ingredient. Some products I recommend are iS Clinical Youth Complex, Kinerase eye cream, and PCA Skin, but there are many other great hyaluronic acid skin care products, too.

In order for your eye treatment product to be effective, in my opinion it needs to not only supply extensive moisture to the eye area, but it should also do a number of different things. It should help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, increase circulation as well as help reduce puffiness and dark circles. If you are like me finding a product that does many or all of these things is like finding a needle in a haystack. Not only is it difficult to find, but there are so many different products that claim to be the best treatment for this type of specific skin care.

The Best Eye Cream
One treatment that has been favored by many people is a product called hyaluronic acid eye cream. Yes, I know it kind of sounds like something that is done to your car, but just like the hard working manufacturers of cars, the hard working scientists of skin care have designed this one of a kind eye treatment to help with a number of flaws associated with the delicate eye area. This is one of the reasons why it is hard to find a definitive treatment that is effective in producing steadfast results in this part of the skin.

With hyaluronic acid eye cream you don’t have to worry about getting gipped in regards to how effectively it moisturizes. In fact this cream is specifically engineered by scientists to provide maximized moisture to this delicate area of the skin. The reason why it works is due to the concentration of this ingredient within it. This ingredient helps the skin retain moisture which is essential in the treatment of the eye area. In fact, it absorbs up to 1000x its own weight in H20! As many of us know this, the eyes are the first part of the face that begins to show the signs of aging.

Dark Circles & Under Eye Bags
Hyaluronic acid eye cream also helps get rid of dull skin underneath the eyes and helps promote cellular growth which helps bring newer more fresh skin to the surface. This actually might be beneficial for people with dark circles because of the excess in pigmentation in this area.

Another way hyaluronic acid eye cream may help with the appearance of dark circles under the eyes is that it is increases circulation, which is one of the main causes of dark circles. So you not only have a great product to help with the signs of aging, but you also have the same product that helps with other conditions associated with the eye area.

The Best Choice?
There are many eye creams on the market, but if you want one with multiple benefits then trying a hyaluronic eye cream sounds like a wise investment. This product could be the long lost treasure in skin care that you have been searching for. The only way to know for sure is to try it for yourself. As they say, “the proof is in the pudding,” or should I say the eye cream.

So whether its hyaluronic acid supplements for your joints, or skin cream for your face, it’s a no brainer as to why so many people are realizing the benefits of hyaluronic acid products.

But what is it? Well, put in medical terms it is a chemical found in the human body and is described an an anionic, non-sulfated glycosaminoglycan that is dispersed through connective, epithelial, and neural tissues. It is one of a kind in that it is unsulfated and originates in the plasma membrane instead of the Golgi. Phew! Hopefully I didn’t lose you. I know that was pretty difficult to understand so I will now describe the term in laymen’s terms. Basically, it is a natural chemical that is processed in the body to help with the healing process as well as regeneration.

“How does hydraluronic acid work?” Well, my friend, it basically works with the joints in the body and helps with lubrication, water balance as well as helps with supporting the joints during vigorous activity, such as running and jumping. It also helps your skin by being one of the core building blocks of it.

“What is hydraluronic acid found in?” This chemical is found in different types of tissues in the body such as, skin, cartilage and the vitreous humor. Therefore, because it is found in these parts of the body it is an ideal treatment for these specific parts of the body.

What are the hydraluronic acid side effects? Some of the side effect of this acid include redness, pain, sensitivity and swelling. Each individual is different in how severe or mild these side effects are. Some people may not even have any side effects, but it this depends on your body and the chemistry between your makeup and the chemicals in the treatment.

What is hydraluronic acid used for? There are many uses for it. Many people who have osteoarthritus may have been given treatments with this chemical in it. The reason for this is because it helps with two functions. It protects the joint in the knee as well as provides the needed lubrication to allow it from becoming stiff.

What is hyaluronic acid skin care? Many manufacturers of current skin products as well as anti aging skin care lines are actually adding this valuable chemical to many of their products because of it’s ability to help with treating wrinkles as well as it’s effectiveness as an anti aging treatment. Thus, since this chemical is already produced in the body, it gives the body a better chance to take to it kindly because it isn’t a foreign substance that our bodies need to adapt to. It also can hold up to one thousand times its weight in water and can naturally stimulate the production of collagen – so it’s pretty clear as to why many call this a skin care miracle.

Conclusion? So now that I have answered many of your questions pertaining this substance and its many functions. I believe it would be safe to say that I am in no way considered to be a medical professional, nor am I a licensed dermatologist, therefore the information you obtain in this article is not medical advice. Personally, I use hyaluronic acid cream and have never experienced better results!