Ingredient glossary
Hyaluronic acid
INCI: Sodium Hyaluronate · Also: HA
Worth paying for
Does Hyaluronic acid clash with what you already use? Check it →Strong results with strong evidence behind them. This is one genuinely worth having in a formula.
What it does
- hydration
strong evidenceGood evidence that it increases skin hydration, especially in leave-on products, though long-term anti-aging benefits are modest.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- dry
- dehydrated
- all
Approach with care
No specific group flagged to avoid it.
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
- occlusives
- emollients
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