The Basics On Hyaluronic Acid
What is Hyaluronic Acid?
Component of skin that is used in skincare products as a good restorative ingredient.
What are other names for Hyaluronic Acid?
HYALURONAN and HYALURONIC ACID
What is Hyaluronic Acid used for?
Hyaluronic Acid is a chemical compound and a major component of connective tissue. It is produced naturally by our bodies and is a major component of our skin. It is a gel-like, water-holding molecule that is a powerful moisture-binding ingredient which helps retain over 1,000 times its weight in water within skin cells. It is, therefore, an excellent moisturizer and a powerful skin humectant.
How Hyaluronic Acid is classified
Antioxidants, Skin-Replenishing, Skin-Restoring
Recommendations for using Hyaluronic Acid during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Hyaluronic Acid During Pregnancy
What we know about using Hyaluronic Acid while pregnant or breastfeeding
considered safe for use during pregnancy
N/A
General safety info about Hyaluronic Acid from CIR
No report found.
Use this, not that!
Products where you might find Hyaluronic Acid
SkinCeuticals Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier ;PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum;Paula’s Choice Hyaluronic Acid Booster;ClarityRx Daily Dose of Water Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum;La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum; The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5;Fresh Rose & Hyaluronic Acid Deep Hydration Moisturizer;Farmacy HONEYMOON GLOW AHA Resurfacing Night Serum with Hydrating Honey + Gentle Flower Acids;Fresh Rose & Hyaluronic Acid Deep Hydration Toner;The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
List of References
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