Suitability of Hyaluronic Acid in Rinse-off Products like Soap

Asked by: mini_cup68 On: January 26, 2018 Product Type: Cosmetics Answered

Question

Can standard Hyaluronic Acid (both powder and liquid forms) be used effectively in rinse-off products such as glycerin soap base? Will it provide any benefits to the skin or hair if it is washed off quickly?

Answer

Based on the expert response, standard hyaluronic acid (both powder and liquid) is not suitable for rinse-off products like soap because it needs to be absorbed by the skin to be effective and is quickly washed away. For rinse-off applications, a cationic hyaluronic acid, such as HyaCoat™, is recommended because its positive charge helps it adhere to the skin or hair even after rinsing. Therefore, using standard hyaluronic acid in a glycerin soap base is not advised for efficacy.