hyaluronic acid

noun

hy·​al·​uron·​ic acid ˌhī(-ə)l-yu̇-ˈrä-nik How to pronounce hyaluronic acid (audio)
: a viscous glycosaminoglycan chiefly of the matrix of tissues that occurs especially in the vitreous humor, umbilical cord, synovial fluid, and loose connective tissue and serves especially as a structural element and lubricant

Examples of hyaluronic acid in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Include a pack of these nourishing honey sheet masks, which are infused with hyaluronic acid and antioxidants to hydrate and protect skin. Paula Lee, Glamour, 14 Mar. 2024 As for essences, formulations with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and snail mucin are especially helpful for people with dryness, according to Chang. Deanna Pai, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2024 Developing a hydrogel based on hyaluronic acid that responds to inflammation is a promising approach for treating retinitis pigmentosa. William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024 These Watermelon Dew Drops provide an instant glow while hydrating and smoothing your skin with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 23 Feb. 2024 First of all, this lotion is packed with ceramides, a gold standard ingredient for strengthening the skin barrier, as well as hyaluronic acid (which, again, draws water in). Jenna Ryu, SELF, 21 Feb. 2024 There’s the Soft Serve After Shave Oil, which prevents razor burn and ingrown hairs with a blend of anti-inflammatory peptides to reduce redness and heal bumps, hyaluronic acid to hydrate and strawberry that’s naturally loaded with AHAs to exfoliate. Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 It’s formulated with hyaluronic acid to retain moisture and three essential ceramides (1, 3, and 6-II) that restore and maintain the skin barrier. Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2024 The formula includes hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, aloe vera, jojoba oil, and MSM. Anna Smoot, Rolling Stone, 23 Feb. 2024

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First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hyaluronic acid was in 1934

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“Hyaluronic acid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hyaluronic%20acid. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

hyaluronic acid

noun
hy·​al·​uron·​ic acid ˌhīl-yu̇-ˌrän-ik- How to pronounce hyaluronic acid (audio) ˌhī-əl-yu̇- How to pronounce hyaluronic acid (audio)
: a viscous glycosaminoglycan that occurs especially in the vitreous body, the umbilical cord, and synovial fluid and as a cementing substance in the subcutaneous tissue

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