How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Hyaluronic Acid first, then Zinc PCA, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Hyaluronic Acid0.1% – 2%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Zinc PCA1%
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
What Hyaluronic Acid does
A humectant that holds many times its weight in water, plumping skin and smoothing dehydration lines. It pairs well with almost everything and cushions harsher actives.
- Typical strength
- 0.1% – 2%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Dry, Normal, Oily, Combination And Sensitive skin
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What Zinc PCA does
Zinc salts help regulate sebum and have mild anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. That is why zinc so often appears next to niacinamide in oil-control serums.
- Typical strength
- 1%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Oily And Combination skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Hyaluronic Acid and Zinc PCA together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Hyaluronic Acid and Zinc PCA, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Hyaluronic Acid or Zinc PCA?
Apply Hyaluronic Acid first, then Zinc PCA. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Hyaluronic Acid in the morning or at night?
Hyaluronic Acid: works morning or night. Apply on slightly damp skin and seal with a moisturiser. In very dry air, skipping the seal can leave skin tighter.
Should I use Zinc PCA in the morning or at night?
Zinc PCA: works morning or night. Use once or twice daily. It works best as part of a niacinamide or oil-control serum.