A couple of questions

Does hyaluronic acid go on before or after moisturizer?

"It's important to apply HA before your other serums because it helps to seal in the moisturizer you'll be putting on top," confirms board-certified dermatologist Shari Sperling, DO. She adds that it works great as a moisturizer because of how well it binds to water, plumping and hydrating your face.Jul 2, 2019

Should I use moisturizer after hyaluronic acid?

A hyaluronic acid serum involves a slightly different routine. After cleansing, and while your skin is still damp, press a couple of drops into your face with the palms of your hands. Don't forget to apply a moisturizer immediately afterward to seal in all that hydration.

Does moisturizer or hyaluronic acid go first?

And here lies the key: Hyaluronic acid should be used in a moisturizer in order for it to work—when you add moisture to the skin, you're giving the HA added water to absorb and hold onto, rather than pulling moisture out of dry skin.

How long should you wait to put moisturizer on after hyaluronic acid?

However, if your chosen acid product doesn't explicitly state how long it should be left for, Dr Mansouri says it's better to be safe than sorry. “I recommend waiting 20-30 minutes to ensure the skin is dry and to minimise inadvertent interactions,” she says.

What order should you use hyaluronic acid?

Generally we follow the cleanse, tone, and moisturize series of steps. When we add in a hyaluronic acid serum, it should come after a toner and before the moisturizer in order to optimize the absorption of weights of hyaluronic acid. Repeat after me: after a toner, before a moisturizer.

What goes first hyaluronic acid or BHA?

You'll want to use your BHA product first, not only because BHAs are lower in pH but also because they are oil soluble and AHAs are not. A word of caution though – if you notice any redness, sensitivity, or excessive dryness, that's a sign to slow down with your acids.

What should you not mix with hyaluronic acid?

“Hyaluronic acid plays well with most ingredients, while caution must be taken when using retinol in combination with alpha hydroxy and beta hydroxy acids, benzoyl peroxide, and some types of vitamin C.”

Do you put hyaluronic acid on before or after toner?

Step 2: Apply a toner or facial mist and DO NOT PAT DRY. If you prefer not to use a toner, spritz your face with some water. Step 3: Gently apply your HA serum onto your DAMP face (more on this below). Step 4: Apply your moisturizer to help seal in the moisture, but also to provide moisture for the HA to absorb.