Although its name might sound a little intimidating, hyaluronic acid is a totally safe and natural substance. In fact, you can find it in your eyes and joints as well as on your skin.
At natural levels, hyaluronic acid works to keep those body parts lubricated.
You can add hyaluronic acid to your body (via supplements or creams) to unlock extra benefits. Let's take a look at a few of them below.
According to research published in Dermato Endocrinology, Hyaluronic acid is crucial to maintaining skin moisture. As you get older, your body produces less and less of the substance, causing your skin to show visible signs of damage like sagging.
That's where a cream containing hyaluronic acid can help, reducing signs of damage and restoring structural integrity to the skin.
Plastic surgeons use hyaluronic acid to repair burns and wounds. You can use a hyaluronic acid cream at home to achieve that same effect on a smaller scale.
Some consumers have reported success with hyaluronic acid cream and acne scars. The acid fills the scar and causes it to have a 'plump' appearance, which allows it to blend in with the skin around it.
However, the effect is not permanent; your body will eventually absorb the hyaluronic acid and distribute it. Repeat applications can help "top up" the levels to maintain an acne scar-free appearance.
Uses for Hyaluronic Acid Supplements and Creams
Anti-Aging

Osteoarthritis Treatment
A 2012 study published in The Scientific World Journal found that hyaluronic acid, taken as an oral supplement, alleviates symptoms of osteoarthritis. According to Dr. David Williams, the supplements work by restoring levels of hyaluronic acid in the joints, allowing movement with less stiffness.Wound Treatment
