How do you use Amino Acids?
Similar to peptides, amino acids function best when delivered through leave-on products like serums, moisturisers, toners, eye creams, and leave-on masks. This allows for deeper penetration and enhanced absorption into the skin, maximising their effectiveness.
While amino acids offer various benefits on their own, they can truly shine when combined with other supportive ingredients. These include ingredients such as ceramides, fatty acids, peptides and hyaluronic acid.
Within the world of amino acids, some stand out for their unique properties. Look out for super star amino acids like arginine, lysine, proline, histidine, glycine, and leucine. As with any new skincare product, a patch test is highly recommended before using amino acids on a larger area. This helps identify any potential allergies.
Amazing skincare containing amino acids include Bonajour’s Eggplant Daily BHA Water Cream, a soothing and highly moisturising cream for troubled skin. A plumping boost with Mary & May’s Collagen Peptide Vital Mask, and watch your lashes grow and strengthen with Benton’s Honest Eyelash Serum.
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