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hyaluronic acid

[ hahy-uh-loo-ron-ik, hahy- ]

noun

Biochemistry.
  1. a mucopolysaccharide serving as a viscous medium in the tissues of the body and as a lubricant in joints.


hyaluronic acid

/ ˌɪəʊˈɒɪ /

noun

  1. a viscous polysaccharide with important lubricating properties, present, for example, in the synovial fluid in joints
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Derived Forms

  • ˌⲹˈDzԾ, adjective
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of hyaluronic acid1

1930–35; hyal(oid) (in reference to the vitreous humor, from which it was first isolated) + uronic acid ( def )
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of hyaluronic acid1

C20: hyalo- + Greek ouron urine + -ic
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The filler used for liquid BBLs is often made up of hyaluronic acid, which is commonly used in facial filling treatments.

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Dermal fillers are injections of hyaluronic acid, which are used to fill wrinkles and add volume to tissue.

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She hopes Malassezin will one day be as universally known as Vitamin C and hyaluronic acid.

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In 2010, a study published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science found that the DNA in salmon sperm increased skin elasticity, collagen levels and production of hyaluronic acid compared to controls.

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To create the artificial lymph node, the scientists used hyaluronic acid, a moisturizing substance commonly used in cosmetics and lotions and found naturally in the body's skin and joints.

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