Hyaluronic Acid - LMW (Low Molecular Weight)

Hyaluronic Acid – LMW (Low Molecular Weight) is a premium, water-soluble cosmetic ingredient valued for its exceptional moisture-binding and skin-hydrating properties. Supplied as Sodium Hyaluronate, this low molecular weight grade ranges from approximately 0.6–1.0 million Daltons (0.6M–1.0M Da).

Hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide naturally present in the human body and is well known for its ability to attract and retain moisture. In cosmetic formulations, Sodium Hyaluronate acts as a powerful humectant, helping improve skin hydration and leaving the skin feeling smoother, softer and more supple.

Why Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid?

Compared with higher molecular weight grades, Low Molecular Weight (LMW) Hyaluronic Acid has a smaller molecular size, allowing it to interact more effectively with the upper layers of the skin while providing excellent hydration.

This makes LMW Sodium Hyaluronate particularly suitable for facial serums, moisturizers and intensive hydrating formulations designed to improve the appearance of dry, dehydrated or mature skin.

Regularly used in modern skincare formulations, it helps support moisture retention and promotes a smoother, softer and more plump-looking complexion.

Benefits

• Powerful humectant and moisturizing ingredient
• Helps attract and retain moisture
• Helps improve skin hydration
• Smaller molecular size than HMW Hyaluronic Acid
• Helps skin feel softer, smoother and more supple
• Promotes a plump and hydrated appearance
• Helps improve the appearance of dry and dehydrated skin
• Suitable for hydrating and age-supportive skincare formulations
• Low Molecular Weight: approximately 0.6M–1.0M Daltons
• Water soluble
• Vegan friendly
• ECOCERT certified

Applications

Ideal for use in:

• Facial serums
• Moisturizers
• Face creams and lotions
• Hydrating gels
• Eye care products
• Facial masks
• Toners and essences
• After-sun formulations
• Hair and scalp care products
• Hydrating and age-supportive skincare formulations

Formulation Information

Recommended Usage Rate: 0.1–2%

Hyaluronic Acid LMW is water soluble and should be incorporated into the water phase of a formulation. Proper dispersion and sufficient hydration time are recommended to minimize clumping and achieve uniform incorporation.

Ingredient Information

INCI: Sodium Hyaluronate
CAS Number: 9067-32-7
Molecular Weight: Approximately 0.6M–1.0M Daltons
Solubility: Water Soluble
Vegan Friendly: Yes
Certification: ECOCERT
Recommended Usage: 0.1–2%

Safety Datasheet

Certificate of Analysis

HA-LMW-260107