Church Pharmacy launches PCA Skin HA Boosting Serum
Church Pharmacy has introduced PCA Skin’s new HA Boosting Serum to the UK market.
Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serumis an advanced hyaluronic acid (HA) formulation that plumps and firms skin through increased hydration and moisture retention. This smoothing blend provides deep, long-lasting hydration on three levels: on the surface, deeper in the skin and by increasing the skin’s own hyaluronic acid production.
Application of HA to human skin provides powerful water-binding leading to measurable improvement in skin elastic and hydration levels.1HA has been shown to increase dermal volume by holding water within tissues.2 HA has demonstrated involvement in myriad biological processes even outside of the extracellular matrix, many of which relate to cell function are still being studied.3
A study was completed at an outside, third-party testing facility to measure electroconductivity (increase in skin moisture content) via Novameter. The study of 25 participants applying only Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serumwas completed and measured moisture content at baseline, 15 minutes post-product application, two hours post-application and again after eight hours. The investigating scientist reported that 100% of participants saw increased and maintained moisture levels at each time point measured.
The study demonstrated that Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serumprovided an increase in the moisture content in the skin by 225% after 15 minutes, maintained 67% after two hours and 35% after eight hours. All participants indicated an improvement in moisture levels. No adverse events were reported.
Key ingredients:
Hyaluronic Acid and Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid Sodium Salt) – high molecular weight hyaluronic acid occludes the skin, attracting and holding 1,000 times its weight in moisture within the skin. It provides smoothing and softening of the skin while reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and increasing moisture content in the upper skin layers.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid – due to its small molecular size, it is able to penetrate through the skin to deliver deeper moisturisation and significantly reduce deep wrinkles.
HA-Pro Complex™ – PCA SKIN’s proprietary blend works to stimulate the production of the skin’s own native hyaluronic acid. HA-Pro Complex™ delivers 24-hour moisturisation through all levels of the skin, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, and plumping and firming the skin. For long term improvement.
Ceramides – supports the renewal of the skin’s natural protective layer and forms an effective barrier against moisture loss; improves long-term moisturisation and protects skin from external offenders.
Niacinamide – a potent, yet calming antioxidant that delivers multiple important benefits to the skin. It helps to reduce TEWL and improve barrier function. This is critical for healthy, bright skin. Additionally, it helps reduce redness, skin yellowing and promotes an even skin tone.
[1] Pavicic T, et al. Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011, 10(9), 990-1000.
[2] Juhlin L. Journal of Internal Medicine, 1997, 247, 61-66.
[3] Lee JY, Current Opinions in Cell Biology, 2000, 12(5), 581-586.
