Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a modified form of hyaluronic acid, where acetyl groups are introduced to the sodium hyaluronate structure. This modification enhances its stability and moisturizing properties, making it highly effective in skincare formulations.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate: A sodium salt of acetylated hyaluronic acid, where acetyl groups are added to improve its stability and performance in cosmetic products.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Usually a white or off-white powder that dissolves in water.
Odor: Generally odorless.
Texture: Creates a viscous, hydrating solution when dissolved in water.

Production Process:

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is produced through:

Modification: Acetyl groups are chemically added to hyaluronic acid to enhance its properties.
Purification: The modified compound is purified to ensure stability and remove impurities.
Formulation: Incorporated into various skincare and cosmetic products.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in creams, serums, and masks to enhance hydration and improve skin texture.
Skincare: Provides deep moisture, improves skin elasticity, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Haircare: Conditions hair and adds moisture, improving texture and shine.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Generally regarded as safe for topical use. It is important to ensure that the ingredient is sustainably sourced and free from harmful chemicals.

INCI Functions:


Humectant. Hygroscopic compound used to minimise water loss in the skin and to prevent it from drying out by facilitating faster and greater absorption of water into the stratum corneum of the epidermis. The epidermis is the most superficial of the three layers that make up human skin (epidermis, dermis and hypodermis) and is the layer that maintains hydration in all three layers. In turn, the epidermis is composed of five layers: horny, the most superficial, granular, spinous, shiny, and basal. Humectants have the ability to retain the water they attract from the air in the stratum corneum and have the function of moisturising the skin. They are best used before emollients, which are oil-based.
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