Recently, we have read a lot about hyaluronic creams (anti-ageing creams) and their effects; they are highly praised in lifestyle magazines and advertising. You hear about countless benefits and could easily think that injections with hyaluronic acid are now superfluous. You read lines like:
"...a cost-effective and non-invasive alternative to filler treatments." - Elle
"Anti-ageing: With this hyaluronic cream, you don't need fillers!" - OK Magazine
"The selection of highly effective anti-ageing creams is huge and, thanks to constant new developments and tests, they are more effective than ever." - Gala
"For wrinkle-free skin, you no longer have to inject it with expensive fillers. New skin care creams with hyaluronic acid are just as good." - InStyle
The fact that a hyaluronic cream is supposed to be just as effective as a filler treatment and that you can achieve the same results naturally sounds extremely tempting. After all, a cream is cheaper, you can apply it yourself at home and you don't have to go to a specialist. This makes you wonder how an injection with hyaluronic acid is worthwhile in comparison.
Hyaluronic acid in creams - effect as a superficial promise
However, the claim that hyaluronic creams have just as good an effect is only true on the surface - literally. The problem with hyaluronic creams is that they only work on the surface of the skin. This is because the water-soluble property of hyaluronic acid does not allow the cream to penetrate through the lipid layers and into the deeper layers of the skin. Instead, the cream remains on the surface and fights small wrinkles. The consequences are
- Swelling of the horny layer: The cream temporarily plumps up the skin, but this remains superficial.
- Drying out of the skin: The skin dries out again quickly after the initial moisturizing.
- Vicious circle: It creates the feeling of having to fight the dryness with even more hyaluronic cream, which leads to a kind of dependency.
One should ask oneself whether such a dependency is really worthwhile for superficial and short-term results.
An injection with hyaluronic acid, on the other hand, combats wrinkles more effectively. With our diverse Hyaluron treatments can preserve the skin's youthful freshness and give it a plumper appearance in a very short time. We will be happy to advise you on the various treatment options in a personal consultation. The advantages of injections are
- Long-term effect: In contrast to the effect of hyaluronic creams, hyaluronic acid is injected directly into the deeper layers of the skin, where it can have a lasting effect.
- Targeted wrinkle treatment: Wrinkles are filled from the inside, resulting in a smoother complexion.
- Plumper skin: The skin appears fresher and more youthful without the risk of drying out.
So when it comes to a treatment with long-term effects, filler treatments with hyaluronic acid are still the most effective method. The promises of the cosmetics industry sound tempting, of course, but if you take a closer look at them from a scientific perspective, you quickly realize that they are too good to be true. Lasting results for a fresh, young look can still only be achieved today with injections performed by a specialist.
What does science say about hyaluronic creams and their effects?
In recent years, numerous scientific studies have examined the effectiveness of hyaluronic creams. They clearly show that hyaluronic creams have a positive effect, but it is only limited:
- Increases skin hydration: Studies such as the one in Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatologyprove that hyaluronic creams can significantly increase skin hydration. The result is a temporary smoothing of fine lines and improved skin elasticity.
- Hyaluronic creams - Superficial effect: Despite the benefits mentioned, the same studies show that the effect of hyaluronic creams remains mainly superficial. As the hyaluronic acid molecules in creams are too large to penetrate deeper layers of the skin, the effect remains limited.
- No deep wrinkle reduction: Studies such as the one in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatologyshow that the creams are not able to effectively reduce deeper wrinkles. The active substance does not reach the skin layers where hyaluronic creams could achieve long-term effects such as anti-ageing effects.
Compared to injections, it is therefore clear that hyaluronic creams do not offer a lasting solution. While injections deliver hyaluronic acid directly into the deep layers of the skin and plump up wrinkles from the inside, the effect of hyaluronic creams is limited to superficial hydration. From a scientific point of view, injections are therefore the superior method for long-lasting anti-ageing results.
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FAQ Hyaluronic creams & effect
Is the effect of hyaluronic creams just as effective as injections with hyaluronic acid?
No, hyaluronic creams only have a superficial effect on the skin and cannot penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin where they could have a long-term effect. Injections with hyaluronic acid, on the other hand, deliver the active ingredients directly into the deeper layers of the skin and thus ensure a more lasting wrinkle treatment.
Are there any risks associated with the use of hyaluronic creams and their subsequent effects?
While hyaluronic creams are generally safe, there is a risk that they can dry out the skin, which can lead to a feeling of dependency. For a supposedly long-term effect of hyaluronic creams, continuous application may be required to maintain the superficial results.
Why are filler treatments with hyaluronic acid the more effective method for a youthful appearance?
Filler treatments deliver lasting results as the hyaluronic acid is injected directly into the skin, where it targets wrinkles. This method is scientifically proven and, unlike hyaluronic cream and its mode of action, offers longer-lasting results.
