Have you ever dreamed of an all-in-one, universal skincare product that is easy to use, doesn't require an elaborate routine, and is beginner-friendly? Meet and greet the icon, the legend, the one to rule them all – the Witch Piggy Hyaluronic Acid 97% Serum by Elizavecca. Yes, I've finally put my claws into its rich texture with the lightweight afterfeel. Let's explore its texture, absorption, and overall effectiveness in this comprehensive review!
About the Product:
Elizavecca Witch Piggy Hyaluronic Acid Serum* is a highly concentrated treatment designed to address multiple skin concerns. Its star ingredient, a remarkable 97% hyaluronic acid, acts as a powerful humectant, drawing and retaining moisture within the skin to combat dehydration and promote a plump, supple complexion. Beyond intense hydration, this serum also aims to minimize the appearance of enlarged pores, potentially by improving skin elasticity and oil balance.
The inclusion of niacinamide further contributes to its benefits, offering brightening effects and aiding in the overall improvement of skin texture, making it a versatile addition to any skincare routine focused on hydration and pore management.
- Product Promise:
Elizavecca claims that the Witch Piggy Hyaluronic Acid 97 Serum is a universally fitting, multi-functional product designed to tighten enlarged pores and deliver intense moisture to the skin. The formula's remarkable 97% hyaluronic acid content is a key focus for the brand, highlighting its power to draw in, lock in, and deliver hydration throughout the tissue. This high percentage of hyaluronic acid is also promoted for its potential to reduce wrinkles.
Furthermore, the brand suggests that the serum will leave the skin feeling soft and supple without any sticky residue. The last property is so crucial to me, as I hate the feeling of sticky skincare, and hyaluronic acid serums tend to be so.
- Where to buy?
You can acquire your very own bottle of this concentrated witch brew on the official website or Amazon store for a pleasant price of $8.45 per 50 ml (1,69 oz.)
Packaging:
Now, when we are done with all the officialities, to the packaging! Like all of Elizzavecian ampoules, Hyaluronic Acid 97 serum comes in a glass bottle with a very comfy and hygienic dropper slash dosator. One drop at a time, ladies and gents, one drop at a time!
Of course, a skincare product from the With Piggy line wouldn't be complete without the iconic piggy mascot! This time, Piggy is brewing the concentrate in a huge cauldron and wearing a Maleficent's cape, just to guarantee the best, magical results.
Texture and Scent:
The color of the serum's texture is the very first thing you can see in the bottle – a clear, like a tear, slightly thick consistency that creates fine bubbles when you shake it. When applied onto the skin, its thickness melts into the skin, quickly absorbing and creating a thin, moisturising and non-sticky (well, maybe slightly tacky) layer on the surface. The scent is slightly sweet and very mild (you almost don't feel it on the skin). It reminds me slightly of the ocean or sea water, reminiscent of the Marine Collagen serum.
Ingredients:
Now, let's try to decipher and understand all the ingredients your skin will experience! Starting, of course, with the star ingredients and later mentioning some extra helpers. The very first ingredient mentioned on the packaging is Niacinamide. Elizavecca loves to mix it into their formulations, and I also love them for it! Vitamin B3 is a real gem for the skin: it brightens, reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation, regulates sebum production, and helps the skin build a stronger lipid barrier. We all definitely want that for our skin, don't we?
Then comes a Sodium Hyaluronate (9,700ppm) – the concentrate Elizavecca puts on the pedestal in this skin ampoule. Everyone knows the potential benefits of Hyaluronic Acid on the skin, including skin plumping abilities, improving elasticity, and keeping the skin hydrated and smooth throughout the day. The "magical number" of parts per million (ppm) is what the brand uses to represent its claimed 97% hyaluronic acid.
Adenosine is yet another frequent guest in Elizavecca's products. As a nucleoside and essential building block of DNA and RNA, this compound exhibits both anti-aging and skin-restoring effects. When applied topically, nucleosides can influence cellular processes, improving the appearance of wrinkles and energizing the skin's surface.
Some extra ingredients in the formula are Propylene Glycol, which is a popular humectant and solvent. It is primarily used to aid in the penetration of other ingredients. And, at last, the PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil. It helps to blend oil and water-based ingredients together, preventing them from separating in the formula.
How to Use the Serum?
Now comes the most interesting part! How do you use this ampule/serum/moisturizer with a dropper? Well, versatility is the brightest and probably the best thing about this product, apart from its moisturizing abilities, of course. You can use it on its own, apply it before the makeup, follow it with moisturizer, or mix it into your favorite face cream. The result is always the same – plump, revitalized, and smooth skin.
My Experience With the Witch Piggy Hyaluronic Acid 97% Serum
Let me start sharing my thoughts by mentioning that my dry-to-combination skin, full of pores and fine lines, is a perfect candidate for a serum. It is pleasantly applied to the skin and doesn't leave that viscous residue. The thing is, it might not be enough, especially if you have dry skin or live in a cold environment that tends to dry the skin. There is almost always a need to seal the serum up with moisturizer or beauty oil.
Final Verdict…
Hydration: 👍👍👍👎(8/10)
Texture: 👍👍👍👎(10/10)
Overall: 👍👍👍👎 (9/10)
After rigorous testing, I'm finally ready to share my thoughts on the Elizavecca Witch Piggy Hyaluronic Acid serum. Does its high hyaluronic acid content translate to visible results, and does it effectively target pore concerns? Yes, it does, although you should remember that these visible results are temporary, until the next time your skin feels thirsty again. There will be no pore shrinkage, as your pores don't magically dilate or shrink: this is the worst dermatological MYTH busted by Dr. Angelo Landriscina in one of his videos. But the skin gets visibly smoother and plumper, as Sodium Hyaluronate fills the cravices from inside.
I believe it is a lovely starter serum for a skincare beginner with any skin type. There are no harsh ingredients in the formula (patch test is still required!), no weirdly fancy, unusual components, only a few basic humectants and a concentrate of our favorite Hyaluronic Acid. If you currently don't have a face moisturizer with hyaluronic acid or don't use face masks, this ampoule will be a wonderful addition to your daily routine.
