The skin around the eyes is the most delicate part of the face and is prone to suffering from dryness. But no worries, as the Super Hyaluronic Acid Eye Cream from Hado Labo targets to put a termination on that. Beauty lovers, you’ll want to spread the word about Hada Labo Tokyo™ - Japan’s number one selling skincare brand that’s now available in the UK. Seeing as Asian skincare routines are renowned for creating supple, soft, and blemish-free complexions, there is something to learn from using a Hada Labo Tokyo™ recommended regime. The big change in this reformulated version is that it no longer contains five but seven different forms of hyaluronic acid! Hada Labo has been a J-Beauty fan favorite for years, especially for those who are constantly searching for budget-friendly products with top knotch formulations. One of the more popular products from this line, aside from their iconic Hyaluronic Lotion Moist is the Hada Labo Foaming Cleanser. This no-fuss cleanser features a watery texture and self-foaming pump that delivers just the right amount of foamy, bubbly cleanser. Although this product is technically a foaming cleanser, most users will agree that because of the minimal ingredients list and hydrating base, this product is much less drying than your typical foaming cleanser. With that said however, we’d still recommend this product most to those of you with normal to oil, as foaming cleansers as a whole can be less than ideal for those of you with frequently dry or dehydrated skin types. Additionally, this is also best used as a second step cleanser, as the formula itself is not ideal for makeup removal. I’m a big fan myself because I find these products simple but oh, so effective! I even have a hard time finding dupes for them, they are not cult without reason…

Traditionally in the UK, skincare regimes follow a simple three-step process: cleanse, tone and moisturise. But in Japan, it is popular to cleanse, hydrate and then moisturise. That is where Hada Labo Tokyo™ comes in: formulated for dry and dehydrated skin, this super skincare brand is designed to boost hydration by supplementing your skin with hyaluronic acid. Learn more about why their products are loved by the UK’s leading skincare influencers, below. The brand has two targeted ranges: Super HA and Super HA Anti-Ageing, both of which will elevate your skincare regime. The “Goku-jyun” line is also further developed into two sub-lines namely “Goku-jyun Premium” and “Medicated Goku-jyun”.For my skin, I rate this a 3/5. It does it’s job, but it does it too well for my skin and just doesn’t fit my needs.

The brand stands behind one skincare philosophy: “Perfect and Simple”. It believes that “Less is More” and that simplicity in skincare can lead to beautiful, healthy skin. This explains why all the products from the brand are free from mineral oils, artificial dyes and fragrances that can potentially harm the skin. Said premium version delivers the skin more intense hydration by including 5 types of Hyaluronic Acid in its series. Customers with dry to super dry skin raved about how the premium line has treated their skin flakiness and dryness perfectly. Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Arbutin, Sorbitol, PPG-10 Methyl Glucose Ether, Carbomer Styrene/VP Copolymer, Methylisothiazolinone/Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate The Hydrating Lotion (light) from Hada Labo could be your solution to dewy, juicy skin and here is why.

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The Japanese brand uses four types of hyaluronic acid which all work on different levels of the skin:

To further make sure that the skin will not be over-stripped, the cleansing oil comprises two types of Hyaluronic Acid namely the Super Hyaluronic Acid and the Absorbent Hyaluronic Acid. These two humectants can sink more deeply into the skin and reinforce the skin’s moisture balance. Skin hydration lays the foundation for healthy, dewy skin. Therefore, the eye cream is further developed with 3 types of Hyaluronic Acid to deeply hydrate the eyelids and under-eye area. In addition, the brand’s ACTIFLOW is included to lighten dark circles and tighten the skin around the eyes. It targets to get rid of puffy and tired-looking eyes. One of the most popular Hada Labo Skincare products is the Super Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Lotion. This moisturizing facial lotion should be used after washing and serves as the foundation to your moisturizing routine. While it looks clear like a toner or makeup remover, it’s actually a moisturizer that helps prepare your skin for better absorption of other Hada Labo skincare products. Like most Hada Labo skincare products, this lotion features the brand’s patent pending ingredient Super Hyaluronic Acid, which we’ll discuss more in the next section. However, I was very excited to replace it with my all-time favorite, the Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Hyaluronic Acid Lotion. Especially since this time it is almost a new product since the brand reformulated it last year! In addition, Jojoba Oil and Moringa Seed Oil are also included in the product. These two oils blanket a protective layer atop the skin, building a wall of defence between the environmental pollutants and the skin.This face wash contains Lauric Acid which is not only a potent cleansing agent but also a quality acne fighter. To ensure that the face wash will not dry out the skin, it is further developed with skin humectants like Hyaluronic Acid and Glycerin. hyaluronic acid crosspolymer: the famous 3D hyaluronic acid, which has the specificity of absorbing 5 times more hydration than classic hyaluronic acid. This cross-linked hyaluronic acid gel forms a smoothing and plumping film on the skin and helps to deliver moisture over time. It establishes a light sorbet texture that melts upon application and goes smoothly across the face. To sum up, this is a hydrating yet non-heavy moisturizer. It quenches the thirst of the skin, leaving the skin feeling fresh and revived.

The brand favors simple and short formulas, fragrance, dye, and mineral oil free. They are also formulated at a pH between 5.0 and 6.5 to respect the skin’s natural physiological balance. They are therefore perfect for all skin types, even the most sensitive. hyaluronic acid obtained by fermentation with Lactobacillales (a lactic acid bacterium used to ferment sake!): a fermented hyaluronic acid that allows the skin to keep moisture better, Hyaluronic acid is a humectant ingredient. It has the property of attracting and retaining a large quantity of water (up to 1000 times its weight in water). This ability, among other things, gives volume and elasticity to the skin. Over time, the skin’s hyaluronic acid level decreases and it causes the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines and loss of firmness.When we are young, our skin is rich with hyaluronic acid and our bodies readily produce it. With age and exposure to the sun’s UVA and UVB rays, though, our skin cells produce less and less hyaluronic acid. The result is drier, less elastic skin. With a reduced ability to retain moisture, skin also becomes wrinkled. Since hyaluronic acid is the key molecule involved with skin moisture, it’s clear that a strong relationship exists between skin aging and levels of hyaluronic acid. According to the scholarly journal DermatoEndocrinology, hyaluronic acid helps to reduce signs of aging by protecting collagen and decreasing epidermal water loss associated with sun exposure, low humidity, and other external factors associated with skin dryness. The products from the line are all infused with the brand's famous Super Hyaluronic Acid. Its range goes widely from face cleanser to face mask. People have had pleasant experiences with the products as the products pamper their skin with sufficient hydration and nourishment, making their skin dewy with a glow. The Hydrating Snow Dew from Hada Labo is an upgraded version of the brand’s Hydrating Water Gel. It comes with a better formulation that is free from alcohol and is thus, less irritating! Instantly hydrate your skin. HADA LABO Goku-jyun Clear Lotion should be used after washing with HADA LABO Goku-jyun Face Wash and serves as the foundation to your moisturizing routine. While it looks clear like a toner or makeup remover, it’s actually a moisturizer that helps prepare your skin for better absorption of other HADA LABO products. In fact, the HADA LABO Goku-jyun Clear Lotion can be used as a standalone moisturizer. Or, if you feel your skin needs additional moisture after it has absorbed the HADA LABO Goku-jyun Clear Lotion, follow it with the HADA LABO Goku-jyun Serum, HADA LABO Goku-jyun Milk, or HADA LABO Goku-jyun Cream—or a combination of all three, depending on the level of your moisturizing needs. (5.7 fl oz/170 ml)