Mixing Ingredients (Peptides, Apple Stem Cell, Sodium Lactate/PCA) with Hyaluronic Acid Serum and Skincare Routine Order

Asked by: nongj On: October 28, 2012 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I have several questions regarding mixing ingredients and my skincare routine:

  1. What is the difference between Standard and Nano Hyaluronic Acid, and what is the recommended percentage to use for best hydration across different skin layers?
  2. Can I mix peptides and Apple Stem Cell 5% directly into a serum containing a mix of Standard and Nano Hyaluronic Acid? Are there other ingredients recommended to add?
  3. Can I mix peptides and Apple Stem Cell 5% directly into Hada Labo Nano Hya (white bottle)? What is the correct interpretation of "5%" for Apple Stem Cell?
  4. Is the following skincare routine order correct, and is it acceptable to apply the Vitamin C MAP serum before the peptide mixture:
    • Wash
    • Vitamin C (MAP)
    • Hyaluronic Acid mix (with peptides and Apple Stem Cell)
    • Olive oil
    • Cream with DMAE + ALA 1%
  5. Can I add Sodium Lactate to my Hyaluronic Acid serum or Hada Labo for extra hydration? How should I mix it, and are there easier alternatives like Sodium PCA?

Answer

Response to your skincare questions

Based on the previous staff replies, here is a summary of the answers to your questions:

  1. Hyaluronic Acid (Standard vs. Nano):

    • The difference lies in their properties and molecule size. Standard Hyaluronic Acid makes the product gel-like and has a larger molecule size, penetrating less deeply into the skin. Nano Hyaluronic Acid does not thicken the product and has a smaller molecule size, allowing for deeper penetration.
    • For the best hydration across different skin layers, it is recommended to use both types, specifically 0.50% of each.

  2. Mixing Peptides and Apple Stem Cell with Hyaluronic Acid:

    • Yes, you can mix peptides and Apple Stem Cell 5% directly into your Hyaluronic Acid serum (whether it's a mix of Standard and Nano or the Hada Labo Nano Hya).
    • The staff recommended adding Vitamin B3 4% and Glucosamine 4% along with the peptides and Apple Stem Cell for enhanced benefits.
    • The 5% for Apple Stem Cell refers to 5% by weight of the total product.

  3. Mixing with Hada Labo Nano Hya:

    • Yes, you can mix peptides and Apple Stem Cell 5% directly into your Hada Labo Nano Hya (white bottle). Remember that the 5% is by weight.
    • Again, adding Vitamin B3 4% and Glucosamine 4% was suggested for better results.

  4. Skincare Routine Order:

    • Your proposed routine order is correct: Wash -> Vitamin C (MAP) -> Hya mix (with peptides and Apple Stem Cell) -> Olive oil -> DMAE + ALA 1%.
    • It is fine to apply the Vitamin C MAP serum before the peptide mixture because Vitamin C MAP is not acidic. Although peptides generally prefer a non-acidic environment, they can tolerate acidic conditions for a significant period (hours), so applying after a non-acidic MAP serum is acceptable.

Regarding your follow-up question about adding Sodium Lactate for extra hydration:

  • Yes, you can mix Sodium Lactate directly into your Hya serum or Hada Labo. However, it may take some time to dissolve completely, requiring stirring and waiting.
  • An easier alternative mentioned is using Sodium PCA, which is a liquid and mixes readily.
  • The staff did not specify the exact percentage for Sodium Lactate or Sodium PCA in the provided text.

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