Sodium Hyaluronate

Sodium Hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid sodium salt) is a glycosaminoglycan naturally found in human skin, connective tissues, and synovial fluid.

With the molecular formula (C₁₄H₂₀NO₁₁Na)n, it is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid (HA), offering enhanced stability and water solubility. Renowned for its exceptional humectant properties, it binds up to 1,000 times its weight in water, forming a moisture-retaining film that hydrates and plumps skin, reducing wrinkles and improving elasticity.

Widely used in skincare (serums, creams), it penetrates deeper than HA due to its lower molecular weight, promoting tissue repair and soothing irritation. In medicine, it serves as a lubricant in joint injections (osteoarthritis treatment), eye drops for dry eyes, and wound-healing dressings. Its biocompatibility and non-irritating nature make it suitable for sensitive skin.

Produced via bacterial fermentation (e.g., Streptococcus zooepidemicus), it is a cornerstone of anti-aging and dermatological formulations.