Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Also known as: Hydrolyzed HA, Low Molecular Weight HA, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
What It Is
A hydrolyzed (fragmented) form of sodium hyaluronate with an even smaller molecular weight than standard sodium hyaluronate, allowing it to reach deeper skin layers.
What It Does
Provides deep hydration by penetrating multiple skin depths, complementing the surface-level hydration of larger HA molecules.
Best For
Benefits
- Smallest HA molecule — deepest skin penetration
- Complements larger HA molecules for hydration at every depth
- Non-irritating and extremely well tolerated
- Supports plumper, bouncier-feeling skin
When to Be Careful
- Works best when layered with other HA forms — not a standalone solution
As skincare consumers became more ingredient-literate, brands began emphasizing multi-molecular HA — different sizes working at different skin depths. Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate is the deepest-penetrating member of this system.
People use "hyaluronic acid", "sodium hyaluronate", and "hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate" as if they're interchangeable. They're related but provide different levels of skin penetration — each adding something the others can't.
Same step as standard HA — after cleansing, before moisturizer, on damp skin.
All skin types. Most valuable in multi-HA formulas designed for maximum hydration depth.
No concerns — one of the gentlest skincare ingredients available.
Not applicable.