Hyaluronic acid may dry skin in winter: how to use it

Hyaluronic acid applied incorrectly during the heating season can have the opposite effect—instead of moisturizing, it dries and irritates the skin. Cosmetics and dermatology experts warn that dry, heated air causes the ingredient to draw water from the skin rather than bind it. The key is to apply it to damp skin and immediately follow with an occlusive cream.