One of the most well-known functions of hyaluronic acid (HA) is moisturization. Additionally, HA can help reduce wrinkles and accelerate wound healing. However, some believe that while high molecular weight HA has anti-inflammatory effects, low molecular weight HA may trigger inflammatory reactions. But is this really true? Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid Penetrates Deep into … Continue reading
Hyaluronic acid gel is a multi-functional product. It moisturizes, repairs, and soothes the skin. 1. What is Hyaluronic Acid Gel? Hyaluronic acid gel is a gel-like product, like figure 1. Its key ingredient is hyaluronic acid (HA), which naturally found in our skin, joints, and eyes. HA can hold up to 1000 times its weight … Continue reading
When it comes to hyaluronic acid (HA), most people probably think of its use in skincare and joint treatments. SCC has also written many articles on these topics. But there’s more to it. Hyaluronic acid is now recognized as a key material in the development of new biomaterials in the biomedical field. Thanks to its … Continue reading
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring glycosaminoglycan. It was first discovered as early as 1880, and it has been used for decades in orthopedics, ophthalmology, and dermatology. However, it is only in recent years that its unique value in periodontal tissue repair and regeneration has begun to be recognized. Molecular Properties of Hyaluronic Acid … Continue reading
What Are Surfactants Surfactants are special chemicals that can make liquids mix more. The word was named as a combination of “surface active agent.” These chemicals work by reducing the tension between two unlike materials, like two liquids or a liquid and something solid. Every surfactant molecule contains two prominent parts. One is a hydrophilic … Continue reading
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a substance with applications ranging from skincare and beauty to medical and injection uses. Sodium hyaluronate is its sodium salt form, which is more stable and serves as the primary form in practical applications. HA exists in various forms, including powder, liquid, and gel. Among, powder being the most stable and … Continue reading
Sodium hyaluronate (HA), the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, has been a very versatile biomaterial in drug delivery applications. Why is Sodium Hyaluronate Used in Drug Delivery This is mainly attributed to its distinctive physicochemical and biological properties. Sodium hyaluronate is a linear polysaccharide containing repeating disaccharide units, which contains lots of carboxyl groups (-COOH) … Continue reading
In terms of skin care, two of the common ingredients are hyaluronic acid and salicylic acid. Both are acids, but they serve vastly different purposes in skin care routines. Salicylic acid works really well for fighting acne and gently removing dead skin cells. Many people find it helps clear their skin. Hyaluronic acid, on the … Continue reading
Sodium Hyaluronate (HA) is an important biomaterial in today’s pharmaceutical and medical aesthetics industries. However, hyaluronic acid products of all grades marketed in the market vary significantly in application ranges, manufacturing methods, and quality requirements. Stanford Chemicals Company (SCC) offers medical-grade and injectable-grade sodium hyaluronate, two distinct systems of products with distinct needs. Medical-Grade vs. … Continue reading
If you’re a skincare aficionado who adores reading up on ingredients, then you’re most likely no stranger to sodium hyaluronate. Open up any bottle of hydrating serum or moisturizer, and you might just spot it on the ingredients list. So what is it about this seemingly humdrum ingredient that makes it an evergreen in the … Continue reading