Sodium Hyaluronate
Also known as: Hyaluronic Acid Salt, Hyaluronate Sodium, HA
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that draws moisture into skin and holds up to 1000x its weight in water.
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Sodium hyaluronate is a humectant that penetrates the skin more easily than hyaluronic acid due to its smaller molecular weight. It attracts and binds water to the skin, plumping the epidermis and improving hydration. Works best in humid environments or when layered with occlusives to seal in moisture.
Benefits
- Intense hydration and skin plumping
- Reduces appearance of fine lines temporarily
- Lightweight and non-occlusive
- Suitable for all skin types including oily
- Non-irritating and gentle
Who it suits
- all skin types
- dehydrated skin
- sensitive skin
- oily skin
- combination skin
How to use
Apply to damp skin as part of your hydrating layer, typically after toners and essences but before heavier creams. Follow with a moisturizer or facial oil to seal in hydration.
Pairs well with
glycerin, niacinamide, ceramides, peptides
Be careful pairing with
none notable
Safety & cautions
Works best in humid climates or when followed by an occlusive; in very dry air without a sealant, it may draw water from deeper skin layers. Always use with a moisturizer over it.
Educational information, not medical advice. Concentration and formulation change how an ingredient behaves.