Hyaluronic Acid Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Hyaluronic acid (HA) or hyaluronan, is a lubricating substance naturally produced by the body. Working with collagen, hyaluronic acid provides moisture, flexibility and elasticity in body parts like joints, eye sockets and skin tissues.^1,2

Hyaluronic Acid Health Uses and Health Benefits

Hyaluronic acid primary health benefits are for skin appearance, which is why it’s a commonly added ingredient in dermatological products. Hyaluronic acid helps restore moisture to aging, dry or wrinkled skin, particularly areas like under the eyes and around the lips. Hyaluronic acid also helps with joint mobility, improving arthritis symptoms. For dry eyes, hyaluronic acid can help restore fluid to the eye socket and alleviate dryness.^1,2

References

1. https://draxe.com/hyaluronic-acid/ 
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3583886/