I purchased DMAE from this company for a DIY skin care project and was able to choose another product of my choice from their line for review purposes. I had no idea that I would receive this perk when I made my purchase, but was quite pleased, as you can imagine. HA was on Want List, so I chose it. In all honesty, I was so pleased with the quality of the DMAE that I would gladly have paid for this purchase.

I wanted to make a serum to use use both night and day. I did my due diligence and researched Google, YouTube and Pinterest before choosing a recipe. My first sample batch was a fail, because I either did not add enough water (I chose Orange Blossom to tszuj it up a bit) or added too much product. The batch turned out to be more of a thick gel, rather than a serum. I tried applying it in that form and it was not bad at first. However, it started to sort of 'roll up' in some areas. It was evident that the product was too thick. No problem. I kept adding one tablespoon of the Orange Blossom water and placing it in the fridge for 20 minutes or so and stirring. The final perfect recipe for me is 4 tablespoons of COLD water and 1/4 teaspoon of HA powder. Since I planned to keep it in the fridge to extend the life of the product anyway, I did so. In the morning I had an absolute perfect serum. On the upside, my original failed batch proved to me that this truly was a miracle hydration product that would attract moisture to my skin.

Application - I purchased a very inexpensive pump container (photo below). One pump dispenses the exact amount of product that I need. After washing my face and using toner, I apply one pump to my face. It is immediately absorbed and leaves zero residue of any sort. You would be fine to wear this alone on a no makeup day and it would not be detected. There is no smell and the product itself is totally clear.

Shelf Life - I do not add preservatives to my DIY products, as that would defeat part of the purpose of making my own. I will use vitamin E as a natural preservative to many products, but did not want to add it it to this one. I already use it in my primer and facial setting and refresher sprays. I don't want to look like an oil slick by day's end. This recipe made a small batch, but I still think this will be too much product for two week's use. I may cut the recipe in half next time.

Packaging - The packaging is well sealed and its quality assures me that the product itself is of high quality and has not been exposed in packing or shipping. It is clearly labels with supplement facts, warnings, measurements, ingredients, expiration and manufactured dates, storage suggestion and lot number in case of a recall.

I really can't think of anything more that I could require or want from a product. This 10 gram (0.35 ounce) packet will last me a very long time. The expiration date is a year away. I may have to incorporate it into my eye creams in order to not waste any due to the expiration date. That is a good problem to have. Who does not want more moisture in their eye area. This is a definite annual repeat purchase.

The photo below is untouched and makeup free after a week of twice daily use. As a caveat, I am 57. This should be considered before making any snap judgements about whether my skin looks radiant or healthy in general.

UPDATE - I was so pleased with the results of my skin that I started using this in conjunction with DMAE in my under eye and on the outer corners, with the intent of bringing additional moisture to this area. The third photo below is after three weeks of using this product twice a day.

May 12, 2017
I am down to my last small batch and am online to purchase my first refill, as I tried going three days without it and was displeased. My 5 star rating remains true.

Recipe and Tip: Always use very cold water to make (I use refrigerated distilled water that I have previously added a couple of drops of Esential Orange Oil to). A wide mouth flatter container is preferred, ergo an empty eye cream jar. I say this because I find the product mixes much easier if you evenly sprinkle the powder over the entire surface of the cold water. Also, do NOT stir until the product has had a chance to mix on its own in the fridge. I leave mine in the fridge over night and continue to store it in this way. I found stirring when initially mixed the two ingredients together caused the product to get lumpy on some areas. I used a chop stick to stir/beat the lumps out. It is a royal pain, but a great arm work out. **Add water to container first.

2 tablespoons of COLD water + 1/4 teaspoon of H/A powder. You can double for more product, but I prefer smaller batches to maintain freshness and efficacy. Note, I also add my Vitamin C serum and a couple drops of Rosehip oil to a small amount of this mixture into the palm of my hand, mix with my finger and then apply. If you are using alone, you may prefer more or less water. This works perfect for me and does not affect my makeup application, including foundation. If it sort of rolls up on your skin, you need to add more water and place in the fridge for a bit before re-stirring. **Photo #4 was taken May 21, 2017, after 13 months of daily night time use.

I use this product both orally and topically. Hyaluronic acid (HA) is glycosaminoglycan, and is already present in our connective tissues with it's primary function being the retaining of moisture. Understanding this, you can easily see how it both plumps the surface of the skin by absorbing moisture from the air and literally pushing wrinkles out or plumping them from underneath. Hyaluronic acid also plays a major roll in the health of our joints as it keeps them lubricated and moving smoothly.

* Skin Benefits: Having previously sold physician-grade skincare and anti-wrinkle treatments, I learned a great deal about which active ingredients do what and how. Using a simple HA serum daily will let you see visible, sometimes instant results, depending on how dehydrated your skin may be already. Another key advantage to a pure HA serum is that since our eyeballs are primarily made of Hyaluronic acid, even those with sensitivities to skincare products being too near to the delicate eye area, are not likely to have negative reactions!

* Joint Benefits: One of the most well-known benefits of Hyaluronic acid is for its joint pain relief. The aging process depletes our bodies of hyaluronic acid by as much as 50% so replacement is key in both skin and joint wellness. Smoking, as well as numerous other factors, put you at extra high risk for accelerated loss of HA. Boosting our intake and absorption of this vital ingredient is not just important, it's critical! When we think of joint health, most of us think knees and hips. While these are certainly helped with the lubricating benefits of HA, remember too that joints encompasses everything from your back to your shoulders, wrists, fingers and toes - All of your moving joints!

The good news is that topical and oral supplementation can prevent or even reverse so much of this depletion process.

* How it works: Hyaluronic acid is a humectant that absorbs and holds water to an incredible degree. In fact, the hyaluronic acid molecule can actually attract and retain more than 1,000 times their weight in water!!! This is crucial in maintaining the fluids that surround each of our joints, as it binds to water to create a thick, gelatinous fluid that lubricates and protects cartilage. These protective, moisture-rich fluids, along with cartilage, act as our natural shock absorbers to help joints endure the wear and tear of strenuous activity when we are young and even the most basic movement as we age. When we are dealing with issues such as arthritis, HA levels become extremely low, these lubricating fluids become low enough to actually takes away the spongy characteristic of cartilage, causing pain with movement.

DIY Hyaluronic Acid Serum for topical application:
1/4 cup Distilled water
1/8 tsp. Hyaluronic Acid
1/8 tsp. Leucidal Liquid SF, Natural Preservative Ingredient for Homemade Hyaluronic Acid Serums and Other Cosmetics, 1 oz.
Spray or Dropper Bottle (I use 6 Pack- 2 Oz - Cobalt Blue Boston Round Glass Bottle With Fine Mist Spray Nozzle 60 ML - For Hydrosol, Cosmetics, Medicine, Kitchen, Bathroom, Oils, Perfume, Lab, Travel. - Re-Usable -By Katzco )
~ (For oral consumption, leave out the preservative but keep refrigerated. Add by the dropper full to your favorite smoothie)

* Bottom Line: We all NEED and OWE it to our connective tissues to replenish our bodies and our largest organ (our skin) with this vital nutrient. I personally recommend and trust the high quality of the Bulk Supplements brand for this and several other supplements I purchase from them regularly such as BulkSupplements Pure Potassium Citrate Powder (1 Kilogram) and BulkSupplements CLEAN Whey Protein Powder (1 Kilogram) .

I love hyaluronic acid just check the size before you buy....🫡

I bought it for someone else. The person is using both orally and in application. She loves making her mix. She saw benefits and asked that I buy more of it.
Here are the best tips I found and send her:
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In English: :)

** FOR ORAL SUPPLEMENT:
Take 100mg 2x a day (1/16 = small spoon 100mg) [total 200mg per day]
Note: Optional: The first month 300mg per day (3x small spoon 1/16) daily for 1 month; then 200 mg per day in the future.

*** FOR USE AS POMMADE
RECIPE 1:
1000 ml of water per gram of acid hyaluronate; shake and refrigerate overnight.
RECIPE 2:
(Here is a recipe for a great hyaluronic acid (HA)
serum that you can easily do at home.
Pour 15ml of distilled water in a small glass container, preferably one that you will use to distribute your serum. A bottle of 15ml or 30ml pump glass is ideal.
Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of hyaluronic acid powder in water.
NOTE: powder and water will not be integrated right away.
Cover and let the mixture sit for 4-8 hours, overnight if possible in a cool, dry place. After the introduction, the mixture should become a gel.
Once the mixture is set, add preservative (Germaben or your choice, as it is safe for mixtures of water based cosmetics) and mix well.
Use this serum twice daily by spreading a small amount (the size of dime or less) on your face and neck after cleaning and before you moisturize.

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In French: :)

**PRISE ORALE COMME SUPPLEMENT:
Prendre 100mg, 2x par jour (1/16 de petite cuillere = 100mg) [soit 200mg total par jour]

Note: Optionnel: Le 1er mois 300mg par jour (3x 1/16 petite cuillere) tous les jours pour le 1er mois; puis 200 mg par jour à l'avenir.

*** POUR APPLICATION COMME POMMADE
RECETTE 1:
1000 ml d'eau par gramme d'acide hyaluronate; secouer et réfrigérer jusqu'au lendemain.

RECETTE 2:
(Voici une recette pour un grand acide hyaluronique (HA)
sérum que vous pouvez facilement faire à la maison.
Verser 15ml d'eau distillée dans un petit récipient en verre, de préférence celui que vous allez utiliser pour distribuer votre sérum. Une pompe de bouteille a 15ml ou 30ml en verre est idéal.
Saupoudrer 1/4 cuillère à café de poudre d'acide hyaluronique dans l'eau.
NOTE: la poudre et de l'eau ne seront pas intégrer tout de suite.
Couvrir et laisser le mélange reposer pendant 4-8 heures, la nuit si possible, dans un endroit frais et sec. Après la mise en place, le mélange devrait devenir un gel.
Une fois que le mélange est réglé, ajouter conservateur (Germaben ou votre choix, tant il est sûr pour les mélanges de cosmétiques à base d'eau) et bien mélanger.
Utilisez ce sérum deux fois par jour en étalant une petite quantité (de la taille de dime ou moins) sur votre visage et le cou, après avoir nettoyer et avant de vous hydrater.

This powder will absorb 1000 times its weight in water so don't just put the powder in your mouth and try to swallow it as it'll immediately take all the water it can find and turn to a thick/sticky goo which could be a choking hazard.

Here's what I do now. I take an empty vitamin bottle with a cap that seals well. I mix a tiny bit of powder with a lot of water to make a gooey gel. 1/16 teaspoon of powder (size of a small pea) to about 2 oz of water will give you a slick, gooey liquid. Don't waste your time trying to stir it up or get it to dissolve/mix - just put it in the small bottle and put the cap on and shake it up every once in a while and mainly just set it aside and wait an hour. After an hour or so it will be all absorbed into a gooey liquid - thicker than olive oil but not as thick as honey. You can take a swallow of the liquid and it has virtually no taste. Drink A LOT of water!

I use this thick liquid to rub all over my face and eye lids. Been doing this for a few weeks and my skin has never felt better or been as healthy as it is now. Terrific stuff!