{"id":6062,"date":"2026-01-20T17:33:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T17:33:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isdin.com\/en-US\/blog\/?p=6062"},"modified":"2026-01-20T17:33:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T17:33:20","slug":"what-is-hyaluronic-acid-and-what-are-its-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isdin.com\/us\/blog\/isdinnovation\/what-is-hyaluronic-acid-and-what-are-its-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Hyaluronic Acid: What It Is and How to Use It"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading:<\/span> 5<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>\n

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Hyaluronic acid is everywhere in the beauty world\u2014and with good reason. But if you haven\u2019t done a deep dive into the science behind your skincare, you might be wondering how it works. And especially, how can an acid be hydrating<\/em>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, we\u2019re digging into what hyaluronic acid is, how to use it, and why it\u2019s earned its spot<\/strong> in the skincare ingredient Hall of Fame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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THE BASICS<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

HYALURONIC ACID<\/strong> (HA)

WHAT IT IS:<\/strong> Hydrator<\/span>

WHAT IT DOES: <\/strong>This moisturizing agent boosts elasticity, supports collagen and elastin, and helps repair skin damage.

WHO IT'S FOR:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid is gentle enough for all skin types, but it\u2019s especially beneficial for those with dry skin.

HOW TO USE IT:<\/strong> Topical hyaluronic acid can be used in eye creams, serums<\/span>, moisturizers, and sunscreens on clean, dry skin.

GOES WELL WITH:<\/strong> Vitamin C, peptides, retinoids, glycolic acid

DON\u2019T MIX WITH:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid is found naturally in the skin and isn't known for causing reactions with other cosmetic ingredients.

TRY IT IN:<\/strong> Hyaluronic Eyes<\/a>, Hyaluronic Concentrate<\/a>, Hyaluronic Moisture<\/a>, <\/span>Fusion Water MAGIC<\/a>, and more<\/span>
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What is hyaluronic acid?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hyaluronic acid is a molecule that is naturally found in our joints, connective tissue, and skin.<\/strong> Depending on where it\u2019s found in the body, it has different functions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n