Let us start by reiterating how much we adore hyaluronic acid (HA). After all, it’s in each of our products for a reason: it draws water to the skin, holding up to 1,000 times its weight in it to help you intensely hydrate from within for a plumper, dewier complexion.
That said, HA isn’t the only humectant we love with such powers. Polyglutamic acid (PGA) is another hero hydrator with unmatched benefits, but it’s significantly underrated. So much so that you may be surprised to learn that it can hold up to 5,000 times its weight in water.
By those numbers, one might say PGA out-hydrates the ever-popular HA, however, they’re not competitors — they’re teammates. Here’s why.
What’s the Difference Between Polyglutamic Acid and Hyaluronic Acid?
While PGA and HA are both powerful humectants (meaning they attract and retain moisture), they have different molecular structures that make them beneficial for different purposes. HA molecules are smaller, so they’re ideal for penetrating the skin deeper while PGA molecules are larger (hence why they can hold more water), helping to hydrate the skin’s surface and create a protective barrier to lock in moisture. When used together in Reflekt 3 Power Peptide Sculpting Face Cream, this power duo works synergistically to amplify each other’s benefits for instant and long-lasting results — think a dewy, plump complexion at every layer.
The Benefits of Polyglutamic Acid
Retains essential moisture to hydrate & plump skin
PGA acts as a moisture magnet, attracting water and holding onto large amounts of it so your skin is left thoroughly hydrated, plump, and dewy.
Softens the look of fine lines & wrinkles
Thanks to the aforementioned youthful plumping, you will also notice a visible reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, which gives your skin an overall smoother, softer appearance.
Soothes & balances skin
As PGA helps calm irritation and reduce redness, it simultaneously boosts your skin’s natural moisturizing factors for a balanced, healthy complexion.
Reinforces skin barrier function
By thoroughly hydrating, soothing, and balancing your skin, PGA plays an important role in helping to maintain a strong moisture barrier, which is crucial for overall skin health.
