hyaluronic acid
noun
hy·al·uron·ic acid
ˌhī(-ə)l-yu̇-ˈrä-nik 
: 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
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What is hyaluronic acid? Hyaluronic acid, also known as HA, is a naturally-occurring substance known for its hydration properties.
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Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 20 Apr. 2024
The benefits of hyaluronic acid A highly tolerable active ingredient in skincare, hyaluronic acid can even help with the penetration of other topical skin products.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2024
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Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 20 Apr. 2024
The benefits of hyaluronic acid A highly tolerable active ingredient in skincare, hyaluronic acid can even help with the penetration of other topical skin products.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2024
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hyaluronic acid
noun
hy·al·uron·ic acid
ˌhīl-yu̇-ˌrän-ik-
ˌhī-əl-yu̇-
ˌhī-əl-yu̇-
: 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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