Skin Hydration – Why moisturizing hyaluronic acid Is the King
Skin hydration is one of the most important basic steps to maintaining healthy, supple and youthful-looking skin. The skin loses moisture every day due to external factors such as weather conditions, air pollutants and aging. Lack of moisture is often visible as a tightening feeling, flaking, dullness or superficial wrinkles. But what ingredients should you look for in products and why is moisturizing hyaluronic acid so popular – and for good reason?
The most common moisturizing ingredients in skin care products
1. Glycerin
A humectant that draws moisture from the air to the skin. Effective, but may not be enough on its own in dry air without additional ingredients.
2. Squalane and jojoba oil
Naturally familiar oils to the skin that soften and prevent moisture loss. Especially good for dry or aging skin.
3. Aloe vera
Cooling and soothing, lightly moisturizing and especially suitable for sensitive or irritated skin.
4. Ceramides
Essential lipids for the skin that support the skin's barrier and prevent moisture loss.
5. Hyaluronic Acid
Here comes the star player – a humectant that can bind up to 1,000 times its own weight in water. The ultimate moisturiser for dry skin - but what is it and how does it work?
Moisturizing hyaluronic acid – Deep skin anti-aging
Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in the human body, especially in the skin, connective tissue and eyes. It plays a key role in retaining moisture in the skin’s structures. Unfortunately, its amount in the body decreases with age, which is reflected in the thinning of the skin and the formation of wrinkles.
How does hyaluronic acid work?
Moisturizing hyaluronic acid acts as a moisture magnet:
• On the surface, it draws moisture to the outer layers of the skin, making the skin smoother and brighter. The skin looks fuller, brighter and more even.
• Deeper, low-molecular or hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid can penetrate lower into the skin and moisturize where wrinkles form. Over time, the skin’s own moisture balance improves, which helps to slow down premature signs of aging and supports the skin’s protective functions.
Multi-Form Hyaluronic Acid Maximizes Skin Benefits
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is one of the most popular and researched moisturizing ingredients in the cosmetics world – and for good reason. It can bind up to 1000 times its own weight in water, making it an effective skin moisturizer. But what many people don’t know is that not all hyaluronic acids are the same.
🧬 Different forms of hyaluronic acid – what are they and why are they needed?
The effect of moisturizing hyaluronic acid depends on its molecular size – in practice, on how deep into the skin its different forms can affect it. Smaller molecules are absorbed deeper, larger ones remain on the surface of the skin. Together, these form an effective moisturizing complex.
1. Sodium Hyaluronate (large molecular size)
• Acts on the skin's surface
• Creates a visibly plump and hydrated feeling
• Protects the skin from moisture loss
→ Fast-acting, immediate hydration and smoothes the skin's surface
2. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid (small molecular size)
• Decomposed hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin
• Improves the skin's deep moisture balance
• Reduces lines caused by dryness over time
→ Long-lasting effect, supports skin structure
3. Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (crosslinked form)
• Creates a "network-like" moisture film on the skin
• Long-lasting effect, releases moisture gradually
→ Helps maintain moisture balance for up to 24 hours
4. Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate (modified form)
• Absorbs quickly, adheres more effectively to the skin
• Increases skin elasticity and a silky-soft feel
• Improves moisture retention in the skin
→ Especially good for dry and stressed skin
🌊 What happens when you use only one form of hyaluronic acid?
Many skin care products use only one form of hyaluronic acid – usually Sodium Hyaluronate. In this case, the effect remains superficial:
• Moisture cannot be absorbed deeper into the skin
• The effect is short-lived
• The surface of the skin may feel good at first, but the deep hydration is exhausted
The result is a rapid return of the skin’s “thirst”, which can cause paradoxical dryness if moisture evaporation is not prevented properly.
✅ Why does a multi-form hyaluronic acid serum work better?
When hyaluronic acid is combined in several different forms and molecular sizes, a layered moisturizing effect is achieved:
• Surface: immediate plumping and smoothing
• Depth: the skin's own moisture reserve is replenished
• Protection: long-lasting moisture locking into the skin
This means that the skin not only looks better immediately, but also becomes structurally stronger and more hydrated over time. This prevents sensitivity due to dryness, sagging skin and deepening wrinkles.
Why is the quality of the moisturizing hyaluronic acid serum crucial?
Not all products containing moisturizing hyaluronic acid are created equal. Here are a few reasons why you should invest in a pure and high-quality serum:
• Molecular sizes matter: Only well-designed products contain a combination of hyaluronic acids of different sizes that work both on the surface and in the deeper layers.
• Free of irritating additives: Products containing fragrances, alcohol, or essential oils can dry out or irritate skin—especially if you have sensitive or dehydrated skin.
• Pure formula: Only essential, skin-friendly ingredients help avoid breakouts or reactions.
What to look for when choosing a moisturizing hyaluronic acid product?
✔️ Contains several forms of hyaluronic acid (e.g. Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed HA)
✔️ Fragrance-free and alcohol-free to avoid skin irritation
✔️ No essential oils if you have sensitive skin
✔️ Made without unnecessary chemicals like parabens
✔️ Lightweight, fast-absorbing formula – works with other skincare products
In conclusion:
If you want to maximize the effects of hydration while protecting your skin from premature aging, hyaluronic acid is an excellent choice – but only if the product is really high-quality. Consider a serum that combines different forms of HA without unnecessary additives. This way you build moisture balance from the inside out – long-lasting and visible.
Amonas offers 4 Layer moisturizing hyaluronic acid serum for sensitive skin:
You may learn more about HA for example here.