Winter Essential: Hydra-Ting Your Skin
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Winter Essential: Hydra-Ting Your Skin

by Parallel Health Team

As winter approaches and the colder temperatures and low humidity start to take a toll on our skin, it's crucial to have the right skincare arsenal at your disposal. Our Hydra Active Phage Serum, with its unique PC-1 Everyday Phage Complex, can be your go-to solution for maintaining hydrated, radiant skin, not just during the winter season but all year round.


With winter's arrival, many of us face the challenge of dry skin. The combination of chilly weather and reduced humidity levels can leave our skin feeling parched, tight, and even prone to flakiness. 


Key Ingredients for Year-Round Hydration:

  1. Hyaluronic Acid: A natural component found in the top layer of our skin. However, as we age, its presence diminishes, leading to the emergence of fine lines and wrinkles. One of the standout ingredients in Hydra is Hyaluronic Acid. It acts like a moisture magnet, drawing in water from the environment and delivering it to your skin cells. This incredible ability ensures that your skin remains thoroughly hydrated, plump, and radiant.
  2. Vitamin C: Hydra contains Vitamin C, making it an excellent choice for maintaining skin health during the winter season. While vitamin C is renowned for its collagen-boosting properties, it also plays a pivotal role in skin hydration. It helps reduce water loss from the skin, enabling it to retain moisture more effectively. In essence, think of it as the perfect complement to hyaluronic acid—a dynamic duo for skin hydration!
  3. PC-1 Everyday Phage Complex: Phages target Cutibacterium acnes (C. acnes), a common culprit behind acne breakouts. By harnessing the power of phages, Hydra goes beyond mere hydration—it also contributes to breakout prevention.

Hydra is designed to address not only the seasonal dryness but also to promote overall skin health and radiance. By incorporating this serum into your skincare routine, you're ensuring that your skin stays beautifully hydrated, resilient, and glowing.


Ready to discover your skin's true potential? Take our Skin Discovery Test to unveil your unique Skin Microbiome Type and explore the full range of Active Phage Serums that can cater to your specific skincare needs. Say goodbye to winter dryness and hello to a more vibrant, well-hydrated you with Hydra!

Written by: Mia Zakaria, Formulation Chemist

Questions? Ask at questions@parallelhealth.io.

About Parallel

A parallel world lives amongst us: the microbial world. This world impacts not only our lifespan, but also our healthspan.

Our mission is to empower people with real science to make meaningful skincare decisions to improve their healthspan, mental well-being, and self-confidence.

Parallel is a next-generation skin health company providing effective, personalized skincare and testing, powered by genomics, skin microbiome science, and machine learning.

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