HYA-ACT™ Series for Enhanced Final Beauty*

Enhancing Ultimate Beauty with HYA-ACT™ Series* In the skincare world, no skin active has matched the rapid momentum hyaluronic acid has gained in recent years. Hyaluronic acid, long a firm favourite in injectable skincare treatments, has now become a sought-after skin active in serums, moisturizers and other products for its hydration and volumizing benefits. Hyaluronic acid is referred to as hyaluronate or HA in skincare. It is a water-loving polysaccharide that occurs naturally in the skin. With advancing age, a significant decrease in hyaluronic acid levels is observed in the skin, leading to loss of moisture, volume and fullness. Fine lines and wrinkles become visible and the skin appears dull and lifeless. Generally, when hyaluronic acid is added to skincare products, it draws moisture into the skin due to its moisturizing properties and helps combat dry skin and dull appearance. What many do not realize is that hyaluronic acid comes in various molecular sizes. Those with large molecular weight remain on the surface and give the skin a moist appearance, while smaller molecular forms penetrate deeper into the skin, providing moisturizing benefits1. Since 1978, DSM has been conducting research on the beauty potential of hyaluronic acid in personal care. The new product group HYA-ACT™ is a series of various hyaluronic acid forms that work synergistically to create a powerhouse: • HYA-ACT™ M (1.0-1.3 MDa Medium Molecular Weight) provides instant hydration and strengthens the skin barrier. • HYA-ACT™ S (200-400 KDa Small Molecular Weight) traps moisture in the skin for increased hydration and soothes reddened skin. • HYA-ACT™ XS (37-56 KDa Very Small Molecular Weight) retains moisture in the skin and adds fullness to fine lines. HYA-ACT™ M, HYA-ACT™ S and HYA-ACT™ XS are 100% naturally derived, Halal certified and microbiome-friendly skin actives2.

HYA-ACT™ M (Medium Molecular Weight)

Provides instant hydration by creating a super protective film layer on the skin and strengthens the skin barrier. INCI name is Sodium Hyaluronate; according to Mymicrobiome test results, it is microbiome-friendly. Recommended usage level in cosmetic products is 0.01-1%.

HYA-ACT™ S (Small Molecular Weight)

Provides increased hydration by trapping moisture in the skin. INCI name is Sodium Hyaluronate; according to Mymicrobiome test results, it is microbiome-friendly. Recommended usage level is 0.01-1%.

HYA-ACT™ XS (Very Small Molecular Weight)

Retains moisture in the skin and firms fine lines. INCI name is hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid. According to Mymicrobiome test results, it is microbiome-friendly. Recommended usage level is 0.01-1%.

References

1.Essendoubi et al, skin research technology 2015, 1-8 2. https://www.mymicrobiome-standard-18-10-tests-skin-microbiome-friendly.html *Adapted from DSM brochure, HYA-ACT™: The Ultimate Beauty Boost. *Adapted from DSM brochure, HYA-ACT™: The Ultimate Beauty Boost. Burçak Alioğlu Technical Sales Manager Arkem