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Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
The Ordinary
See reviewsCombines several molecular weights of sodium hyaluronate plus a crosspolymer to draw and hold water at the surface, with panthenol (B5) for added hydration and soothing.
- Best for
- All Types skin
- Price
- $
- Targets
- Hydration
- Key actives
- Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
Benefits
- Multi-weight HA hydrates at several depths
- Panthenol adds hydration and soothing
- Plumps the look of fine lines from moisture
Key ingredients explained
Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantAs listed: Sodium Hyaluronate
A glycosaminoglycan humectant that binds large amounts of water; high-molecular-weight forms sit on the surface as a hydrating film, low-molecular-weight forms penetrate the stratum corneum. Because it is a humectant, in dry air it can pull water from deeper skin — so apply to damp skin and seal it.
In the guideGlycerin
HumectantA small humectant that attracts and holds water in the stratum corneum, delivered into the epidermis partly via aquaporin-3. It raises hydration, improves plasticity and desquamation, and supports barrier recovery — one of the best-evidenced moisturizing agents.
In the guidePanthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
SoothingAs listed: Panthenol
The stable analog of vitamin B5, converted in skin to pantothenic acid. As a humectant it improves hydration and lowers water loss, while soothing irritation, reducing erythema, and supporting barrier repair and re-epithelialization.
In the guideFull ingredient list
Highlighted ingredients are explained above.
How to use
- 01Apply to damp skin, then seal with moisturizer.
- 02Use morning and evening before creams.
Warnings
- In dry air, always seal with a moisturizer so HA does not draw water outward.
Expert summary
A well-built multi-weight hyaluronic acid; because HA is a humectant, applying to damp skin and sealing it is what makes it hydrate rather than dehydrate.
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