Injuv® Hyaluronic Acid Dietary Supplement - Reviews, Dosage

Injuv® Hyaluronic Acid is a patented hyaluronic acid supplement designed to smooth out fine lines, mask irregularities in the skin and lubricate the joints. Extracted from entirely natural sources, it offers exceptional bioavailability due to its very low molecular weight, achieved using a proprietary enzymatic technique. And the icing on the cake is that it comes in the form of oil-based capsules (softgels) to maximise its absorption.

What is hyaluronic acid?

Hyaluronic acid has, in recent years, attracted huge media coverage in the medical press. It is a polysaccharide macromolecule from the family of glycosaminoglycans which is found abundantly in the skin and synovial fluid (the thick, viscous liquid located between the joints). Around 50% of the body’s hyaluronic acid is in the skin.

Its hydrophilic physico-chemical characteristics make it the perfect choice of material as a ‘wrinkle-filler’ and for boosting the radiance of the skin.

Is hyaluronic acid well absorbed by the body?

Normally, hyaluronic acid supplements are relatively ineffective because the high molecular weight of hyaluronic acid means it is poorly absorbed by the body. Due to its large size, it has difficulty penetrating the epithelial cells of the gastrointestinal tract.

Injuv® has been developed using an enzymatic technique which significantly reduces the molecular weight of hyaluronic acid without altering its chemical nature. This transformation makes it easily absorbed by the body for subsequent delivery to tissues.

The hyaluronic acid in Injuv® comes from rooster combs, a natural source that has been safely used for over 20 years.

What are hyaluronic acid’s mechanisms of action?

Over time, the gradual decline in hyaluronic acid in the epidermis is a contributing factor in giving the skin a dull, aged appearance. To make matters worse, skin cells separate from each other, increasing water evaporation and making the skin even less radiant.

With its hydrophilic properties and gradual skin resorption, hyaluronic acid helps to smooth out fine lines and mask irregularities of the skin. It is used in many beauty supplements to provide an injection of radiance to the skin.

What other steps can you take alongside supplementing with Injuv® Hyaluronic Acid? Can you prevent wrinkles?

Exposure to the sun or use of tanning booths, and facial expressions, are the two best-known accelerators of wrinkles. Others include smoking, oxidant-rich smoke producing a dull, grey complexion, sleep problems and regular alcohol consumption. It’s therefore important to avoid these risk factors while supplementing with hyaluronic acid. .

Most dermatologists also advise against facial gymnastic exercises as they could, in the long term, accentuate wrinkles.

Which other supplements can be combined with Injuv®?

There are four nutritional supplements currently recognised for their beneficial effects on the skin:

• Biotin (which features in Natural Skin Formula). It helps maintain healthy skin (1).
• Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide 500 mg). It also supports skin health (2).
• Riboflavin.
• Vitamin A. It helps maintain healthy mucous membranes (3).

What distinguishes Injuv® Hyaluronic Acid from other supplements of its kind?

Injuv® Hyaluronic Acid offers three main advantages over standard supplements:

• It’s available in the form of a softgel.
• It offers exceptional oral bioavailability due to its unusually low molecular weight.
• It’s obtained from natural hyaluronic acid sources.

Updated: 30/03/2018

Notes

This product should not be used to replace a varied, balanced diet or healthy lifestyle. Follow the advice on use, the recommended daily dose and the use-by date. Not recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or for children under 15. Keep out of young children’s reach. Store in a cool, dry place.

1. EFSA 2009;7(9):1209 & 2010;8(10):1728
2. EFSA 2009;7(9):1224 & 2010;8(10):1757
3. EFSA 2009;7(9):1221 & 2010;8(10):1754