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Sodium Hyaluronate — Skincare Ingredient

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Reaches upper dermis for longer-lasting moisture

Also known as: Low-MW HA

Hydration
Neutral
Functional ingredient, safe and well-tolerated.
✓ Pregnancy Safe ✓ Vegan ✓ Cruelty-Free ✓ Reef-Safe
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What is Sodium Hyaluronate?

Salt form of hyaluronic acid with smaller molecules — penetrates deeper than standard HA for sustained hydration.

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What Sodium Hyaluronate Does

  • Reaches upper dermis for longer-lasting moisture
  • Less surface stickiness than standard HA
  • Multi-weight HA blends provide hydration at multiple skin depths
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Skin Type Compatibility

How well Sodium Hyaluronate works for each skin type:

Dry Skin
Excellent (5/5)
Oily Skin
Excellent (5/5)
Combination
Excellent (5/5)
Sensitive
Excellent (5/5)
Acne-Prone
Excellent (5/5)
Mature
Excellent (5/5)
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How to Use Sodium Hyaluronate

Often combined with hyaluronic acid in 'multi-weight' formulas. Pregnancy-safe.
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Sodium Hyaluronate in Our Catalog

Found in
2 111
products containing Sodium Hyaluronate — mostly in serum, moisturizer.
Top brands using it
  • COSRX45
  • Hada Labo42
  • CeraVe39
  • Round Lab34
  • Isntree30
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Browse Products with Sodium Hyaluronate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sodium Hyaluronate?

Salt form of hyaluronic acid with smaller molecules — penetrates deeper than standard HA for sustained hydration.

What does Sodium Hyaluronate do for skin?

Reaches upper dermis for longer-lasting moisture Less surface stickiness than standard HA Multi-weight HA blends provide hydration at multiple skin depths

Is Sodium Hyaluronate safe during pregnancy?

Yes — Sodium Hyaluronate is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What skin types is Sodium Hyaluronate good for?

Sodium Hyaluronate works well for All skin types, Dehydrated skin, Sensitive skin.

How do I use Sodium Hyaluronate?

Often combined with hyaluronic acid in 'multi-weight' formulas. Pregnancy-safe.

What is the comedogenic rating of Sodium Hyaluronate?

Sodium Hyaluronate has a comedogenic rating of 0/5 — non-comedogenic, safe for acne-prone skin.

What is the irritation potential of Sodium Hyaluronate?

Sodium Hyaluronate has an irritation risk score of 0/5 — very low, safe for sensitive skin.

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Related Ingredients

Often used together with or similar to Sodium Hyaluronate:

Last updated: 2026-05-25 Reviewed by: Skincarisma Editorial Team
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