How does hyaluronic acid work on hair? – GOOD SHAPE

Dermatologist Adriana Cairo answers:

Hyaluronic acid is naturally produced in our body, but over the years, its production decreases, needing to be replaced in the form of treatment. The substance has gained all the skincare spotlight in recent years due to its antioxidant power and high skin hydration power.

What many don’t know is that all these benefits also work for hair care. Hyaluronic acid is a molecule whose main function is water retention, bringing benefits such as hydration, support, collagen stimulation, elasticity, filling and regeneration. in its composition.

In the hair, the active works benefiting the capillary fiber, regenerating the threads and fighting dryness. The appearance after its application is healthier and more hydrated hair and as a response to this repair, you get strands with a lighter and more resistant appearance, with less frizz and split ends.

⦁ What type of hair is hyaluronic acid indicated for?

The treatment with hyaluronic acid is especially recommended for those whose hair is weakened by excessive chemical treatments, straightening, relaxation, discoloration, use of a hairdryer, flat iron, washing with water that is hotter than usual, in addition to external exposure (sun, humidity and pool water). The active acts directly on this damage, which are signs that the hair is dehydrated and in need of water replacement. Due to its moisturizing and filling action, the acid protects the hair fiber and prevents the opening of the cuticles, retaining the treatment inside the strands. Not only does this repair damage, it prevents breakage and adds shine to your locks. For those with thin or porous hair, the active is also indicated to make the hair thicker and healthier.

How to use hyaluronic acid-based products in your hair care routine? Is combining them with other ingredients a great strategy to enhance their effects? If so, what would be the perfect match?

Hyaluronic acid for hair can be found in complete lines of hair care products. There are shampoos, conditioners, leave-ins and masks with the active ingredient. Its use can be daily or applied in the hydration phase of the capillary schedule, since the main function of this asset is to deeply hydrate the strands. To further optimize results, you can invest in products with other moisturizing and repairing actives that combine well with this type of acid, such as Vitamin B5 and keratin.

Below is my tip for including hyaluronic acid in your hair routine:

1st step: Apply the shampoo to the scalp and massage lightly for a few minutes with your fingertips (avoiding using your nails) and let the product run down the length of the hair. Finally, rinse.
2nd step: Then, apply the conditioner from the length to the ends of the hair still damp – avoiding the scalp so as not to create product accumulation in the region. Let the cream act for a few minutes and then rinse.
3rd step: Finish your hair by applying a hair restructuring mask with hyaluronic acid. My tip is Bio Restore by AQIA – Química Industrial and apply it to the lengths and ends of hair that is still wet or dry. No rinsing required. The benefits of the mask are: reduction of damage, improvement of the texture of the threads, improvement of shine by 25%, protection of the hair during the dyeing and straightening processes, increase of the mechanical resistance of the hair fiber and reduction of breakage. You can find it in compounding pharmacies.