Hydrators
What are they? - Hydrators are water-based ingredients called 'humectants'.
What do they do? - They absorb water from the atmosphere or your skin and hold it in place, on your skin's surface.
Why it matters? - Not only do they help improve your skin's ability to absorb moisture, but your skin cells will also remain plump and infused. Leaving the surface softer, and firmer.
There are many humectants which support skin cell hydration, the commonly used natural ones are hyaluronic acid, natural glycerin, aloe vera and honey. Synthetic sourced humectants such as silicon oils and propylene glycol may also be used in some products, so keep an eye out for them if you only prefer natural ingredients on your skin.
Moisturizers
What are they? - Moisturizers are your oil-based ingredients called 'occlusives'.What do they do? - Their job is to create a seal on the surface of the skin to prevent water from escaping.
Why it matters? - The skin surface feels soft and smooth. At the same time, a protective barrier can also help defend against possible external irritants, such as allergens in the air.
Common occlusives which are compatible with human's lipids can be found in many plant-based fats such as; shea butter, jojoba oil, grape seed oil and rosehip oil. Synthetic occlusives such as paraffin oil, petroleum oil and white mineral oil can also be used in special skincare products to address specific conditions, such as skin burns and wound treatment.
How do I know which one I need?
Does tightness, exaggerated fine lines, or dull skin sound familiar?
Well, you're likely dehydrated and in need of a hydrating skincare product. Remember? Hydrators work by binding and drawing water into cells to help skin maintain hydration levels. This is why it is essential to include a serum to your skincare routine. But make sure you're applying it before any moisturizers.
Does dry and flaky skin tick the boxes?
This would mean your skin is dry, where your natural lipids (oil) barrier are not producing enough lipid cells to create a protective barrier. Depending on your skin's needs, environmental conditions and seasonality, you will need to alter your moisturizer accordingly. Use rich creams during the winter and dry seasons, and lightweight lotions in the summer and humid environments.
Dehydrated skin? ... add a serum
Use all year round, our Kanapa™ Luminous Facial Serum is an advanced formulation that combines hyaluronic acid and biomimetic peptides with the latest in stem cell technology to deeply hydrate skin, penetrating beneath the surface to leave skin softer, and firmer. The hyaluronic acid used in the Kanapa™ Luminous Facial Serum is a proprietary form that due to its molecular structure is able to work in synergy with other ingredients, helping skin cells take in ingredients and retain them, so skin is smoother with an improved tone and texture.
But the benefits from our Luminous Facial Serum ingredients don't stop at hydrated skin...
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