A hyaluronic acid derivative bearing retinoyl groups, used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Sodium retinoyl hyaluronate is the sodium salt of the product obtained by reacting retinoic acid with hyaluronic acid, so that retinoyl groups are attached to the hyaluronic acid chain. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of skin care products, such as serums and creams.
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.
The INCI name does not show the molecular weight or the degree of substitution.
Functions
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.