If there’s one item in your skincare routine that you definitely shouldn’t miss out on, it has got to be toners. Aside from the fact that it helps get rid of all the unwanted dirt, oil, and makeup on your face, toners also have the power to lock in moisture. Most importantly, toners can minimize your pores. When your pores are smaller, your skin ends up looking more fresh and radiant.
In fact, there’s one specific toner that seems to be getting a lot of attention for its pore minimizing feature. Introducing, the Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner. According to an article published by SHAPE, it contains “water-retaining hyaluronic acid with fermented black rice bran, a common ingredient in K-beauty that’s packed with probiotics and antioxidants to brighten skin and prevent acne.” Additionally, it’s packed with cleansing acids, nourishing jojoba oil, macadamia oil, and more to soften and moisturize the skin.
To know more about hyaluronic acid (which is a key ingredient in this toner), we consulted Dr. Marisa Garshick, a leading board-certified dermatologist at Manhattan Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery and advisor of BioRepublic. Keep reading to see what she has to say.
What You Need To Know About Hyaluronic Acid
According to Dr. Garshick, “Hyaluronic acid naturally exists in our body and levels decrease with age, which can lead to dryness and more apparent fine lines and wrinkles. Hyaluronic acid is also the same ingredient used in injectable fillers to help with soft-tissue augmentation.”
She shares, “It can be used by all skin types when used topically and is best applied to damp skin. It’s good to help lock in moisture [which] can be done by applying a moisturizing cream or a sheet mask like the BioRepublic Deep Hydration.”
Hyaluronic Acid As A Skincare Ingredient
Dr. Garshick confirms that “hyaluronic acid is a great skincare ingredient as it works as a humectant—helping to draw moisture in, helping to hydrate and plump the skin, and improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.” She tells us, “It’s important to note that because it is a large molecular weight, when applied topically there are some limitations to how deep it can penetrate.”
