INCI name

SODIUM ACETYLATED HYALURONATE

Sodium acetylated hyaluronate

Humectantreviewed

An acetylated form of sodium hyaluronate used as a humectant.

What it is

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a derivative of sodium hyaluronate in which some hydroxyl groups are acetylated. CosIng lists it as a humectant.

Where it is used

Found in serums, creams, toners, eye products and masks, often alongside other forms of hyaluronic acid.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

It is a distinct ingredient from sodium hyaluronate; the label does not show its molecular weight.

Functions

Humectant
Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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