As hyaluronic acid (HA) grows in popularity, there are more ways than ever to add it to your routine, from serums and creams to liquid supplements and gummies. So which one is right for you? It mostly comes down to where you want the support.
Why hyaluronic acid matters
About 60% of your body is water, but water alone isn't enough to keep every part of you hydrated. Your body also needs a way to hold that moisture where it's needed, and that's the job of hyaluronic acid. HA is a molecule your body makes naturally, and it can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water. Its highest concentrations are found in your skin, the fluid in your eyes and your joints, where it helps cushion, lubricate and hydrate. As we age, our bodies naturally make less of it, which is why many people choose to support their HA levels with topical products, oral supplements, or both.
Consumable HA for your joints
Inside your joints, hyaluronic acid is a key part of synovial fluid, the thick, slippery liquid that cushions your joints and helps them move smoothly during everyday activity. Because HA production slows with age, supporting your body's supply from the inside is a popular choice for people who want to keep moving comfortably. An oral HA supplement such as Synthovial SEVEN® helps support joint comfort and flexibility and helps maintain healthy cartilage and connective tissue.* If you'd rather chew than sip, the HA Gummy is a tasty daily option.* Topical products can't reach inside your joints, so when joint support is your main goal, a consumable is the way to go. For more on how this works, read Why Joint Hydration Matters.
Consumable HA for your skin
Drinking more water is good advice for dry skin, but what if your skin could hold onto more of the moisture you take in? That's the idea behind oral HA for skin, which we call "beauty from within." In studies from Japan, people who took oral hyaluronic acid saw improvements in their skin's moisture levels. Because a supplement works throughout your body, it supports skin hydration everywhere, not just where you apply a cream. Hyalogic's Advanced Formula for Skin & Beauty is a liquid HA supplement that helps maintain skin hydration from the inside out.* You can read more in Beauty From the Inside Out.
Topical HA for your skin
Topical HA works directly where you apply it, which makes it a great choice when you want to see and feel a difference in your skin's surface. Serums, creams and lotions with HA draw moisture into the outer layers of your skin, helping it look smoother, plumper and more radiant. In one study, people who used topical HA products for several weeks saw improvements in skin hydration, elasticity and the appearance of fine lines. A lightweight serum like Pure HA Serum is an easy place to start, and the HA Moisture Mask gives your skin a weekly moisture boost. To get the most from every drop, read How to Apply HA Serum.
Topical, consumable, or both?
The simplest way to decide is to think about your main goal. Topical products are best for the look and feel of your skin, because they work right where you apply them and you'll often notice the difference quickly. Consumable products work from the inside, supporting areas topical products can't reach, like your joints and eyes, while also helping to hydrate your skin.* Many people find the best results come from using both, with a serum for the surface and a supplement for whole-body support. Cost and quality matter too. Look for products made with high molecular weight HA, the same kind your body makes naturally, which is what Hyalogic® has used for more than 20 years.
Choosing the right HA for you
It comes down to three simple questions:
- Want softer, smoother-looking skin? Start with a topical HA serum on damp skin, sealed in with a moisturizer.
- Want to support your joints or eyes? Choose a consumable, such as a liquid HA supplement or gummy.*
- Want whole-body hydration? Combine both, a topical serum for your skin and a daily supplement for support from within.*
From hyaluronic acid skincare to HA supplements and eye care, Hyalogic® has an HA product to fit every routine.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.