{"id":1721117,"date":"2026-01-30T13:07:57","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T10:07:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1721117"},"modified":"2026-01-30T13:07:57","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T10:07:57","slug":"how-to-use-hyaluronic-acid-for-healthier-more-hydrated-hair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1721117","title":{"rendered":"How to Use Hyaluronic Acid for Healthier, More Hydrated Hair"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><main id=\"main_1-0\" class=\"comp main layout-body--continuous-scroll mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article--sc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article--sc beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--three-column sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">How to Use Hyaluronic Acid for Healthier, More Hydrated Hair<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">Experts say this ingredient is a real multitasker.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Brooke Shunatona is a beauty writer. Previously, she was the senior beauty editor at Cosmopolitan.com.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Brooke Shunatona<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Brooke Shunatona\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/brooke-shunatona-5f97505444a94c8c82142db408508e96-2.webp\" title=\"brooke-shunatona-5f97505444a94c8c82142db408508e96-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/brooke-shunatona-5f97505444a94c8c82142db408508e96-2.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Brooke Shunatona\" title=\"brooke-shunatona-5f97505444a94c8c82142db408508e96-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nBrooke Shunatona\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nBrooke Shunatona is a beauty writer. Previously, she was the senior beauty editor at Cosmopolitan.com.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">and<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"&lt;p&gt;Krista Carter has worked in beauty and fashion for nearly a decade. Previously, she was global lead producer at Est\u00e9e Lauder Companies. She has wrote and edited for Byrdie.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Krista Carter<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Krista Carter\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/krista-carter-f9840895dfbb47e9b2a3545f3c7a7347-1.webp\" title=\"krista-carter-f9840895dfbb47e9b2a3545f3c7a7347-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/krista-carter-f9840895dfbb47e9b2a3545f3c7a7347-1.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Krista Carter\" title=\"krista-carter-f9840895dfbb47e9b2a3545f3c7a7347-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nKrista Carter\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--linkedin\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\n<p>Krista Carter has worked in beauty and fashion for nearly a decade. Previously, she was global lead producer at Est\u00e9e Lauder Companies. She has wrote and edited for Byrdie.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on January 30, 2026 08:07AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--beauty_wellness_reviewer\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Blair Murphy-Rose, MD is a board-certified dermatologist in New York who specializes in leading-edge facial rejuvenation techniques.\u00a0She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is a Castle + Connolly Top Doctor and Super Doctor of NY 2021-2023.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Blair Murphy-Rose, MD, FAAD<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Blair Murphy-Rose\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/7-dr_-blairmurphyrose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968-1.webp\" title=\"7-dr_-blairmurphyrose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/7-dr_-blairmurphyrose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968-1.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Blair Murphy-Rose\" title=\"7-dr_-blairmurphyrose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><br \/>\nBlair Murphy-Rose, MD, FAAD\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nBlair Murphy-Rose, MD is a board-certified dermatologist in New York who specializes in leading-edge facial rejuvenation techniques.\u00a0She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is a Castle + Connolly Top Doctor and Super Doctor of NY 2021-2023.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nAbout Byrdie&#8217;s Beauty &amp; Wellness Board\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-postscript\">BOARD-CERTIFIED DERMATOLOGIST<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-left-rail\">\n<div id=\"beauty-sticky-toc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-sticky-toc mntl-block js-sticky-container sticky-toc__wrapper\">\n<div id=\"sticky-toc_1-0\" class=\"comp sticky-toc mntl-universal-sticky-toc mntl-sticky-toc mntl-block sticky-toc-widget\" data-desktop-bp=\"70em\">\n<div id=\"toc-wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp toc-wrapper mntl-toc mntl-block\" data-chop-mobile=\"true\" data-offset=\"60\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__inner_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__inner mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading mntl-block js-toc-toggle\"><span id=\"mntl-toc__heading-text_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading-text mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-toc-toggle_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc-toggle mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc-toggle__btn_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc-toggle__btn mntl-text-block js-mntl-toc-toggle text-label-300\" data-click-tracked=\"true\" data-collapsed-text=\"View All\" data-expanded-text=\"View Less\">View All<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__mobile-toggle_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__mobile-toggle mntl-block js-sticky-toggle\"><span id=\"mntl-toc__heading-text_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading-text mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/span><\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-toc__list_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list mntl-toc__list-heading expert-content text-utility-300\">\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">What It Is<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Benefits<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair Type Considerations<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">How to Use<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Side Effects<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Takeaway<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">FAQs<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10.webp\" width=\"1155\" height=\"866\" alt=\"A persons hands combing wet hair with a large comb shadow visible on a beige background\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10.webp\" width=\"1155\" height=\"866\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A persons hands combing wet hair with a large comb shadow visible on a beige background\" title=\"hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Hyaluronic acid is a humectant that retains moisture, helping to keep hair hydrated and reduce frizz.<\/li>\n<li>Sodium hyaluronate is a common, cost-effective form of hyaluronic acid found in haircare products.<\/li>\n<li>Experts suggest applying hyaluronic acid as a pre-shampoo treatment by massaging it into the scalp.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Nothing sells quite like a skincare product with hyaluronic acid topping its ingredient list. Dermatologists and skincare gurus alike taut hyaluronic&#8217;s hydrating properties as a type of miracle tonic for everything from reducing the appearance of wrinkles to wound healing. And now, we can add trichologists and hair experts to the ingredient&#8217;s growing fan base. Turns out, using hyaluronic acid for your hair can overdeliver, improving the condition and appearance of hair as well as skin.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If you have yet to use hyaluronic acid in your hair care products, this is one ingredient you&#8217;ll want to start seeking out. To learn even more about how to use this skincare favorite on your hair, we turned to experts Ginger King, Dr. Sheila\u00a0Farhang, and Bridgette Hill.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Ginger King is a cosmetic chemist and the creator of Grace Kingdom Beauty.<\/li>\n<li>Sheila\u00a0Farhang, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist. She is also the founder\u00a0of\u00a0Avant Dermatology &amp; Aesthetics.<\/li>\n<li>Bridgette Hill is a certified trichologist and scalp therapist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is Hyaluronic Acid? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hyaluronic acid is a substance found naturally in the body\u2014specifically within fluid in our eyes, joints, and skin\u2014although it can also be made synthetically. As a humectant, it can retain moisture and bind approximately 1000 times its weight in water. And while hyaluronic acid is more popular in skincare, it&#8217;s a powerful ingredient to look for in your haircare products as well. Just know it might not show up as &#8220;hyaluronic acid&#8221; on a product label: &#8220;Hyaluronic acid comes in different forms, and the least expensive version is sodium hyaluronate, more commonly seen for\u00a0haircare,&#8221; explains cosmetic chemist Ginger King.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--ffingredients beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-ffingredients\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Hyaluronic Acid for Hair<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p><strong>Type of ingredient:<\/strong> Humectant<\/p>\n<p><strong>Main benefits:<\/strong> Hydrates the hair and scalp and reduces frizziness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who should use it:<\/strong> According to Hill, the moisture-binding property of\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0is beneficial to all\u00a0hair\u00a0types and textures by helping retain the proper balance of lipids, humectants, and proteins required for healthy\u00a0hair.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How often can you use it:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid can be applied topically daily or as needed on your wash days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Works well with:<\/strong> Water and Vitamin E<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t use with:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid works well with most, if not all, ingredients. As Farhang explains, hyaluronic acid is a very easy ingredient to formulate into products, which is why it is so commonly used.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> To be clear, hyaluronic acid is not a moisturizer\u2014it&#8217;s a humectant. It works by retaining water and drawing moisture to the skin\u2019s surface, which makes it hydrating, opposed to moisturizing. This benefits the hair and scalp in several ways:\n<\/p>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li><strong>Hydrates the hair:<\/strong> According to Hill, the humectant-binding properties of\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0perform similarly on\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers as it does on the skin, allowing the\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers to retain and seal moisture from products.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduces frizziness:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid also helps to seal the cuticle, which prevents unwanted moisture that causes frizzy\u00a0hair\u00a0and curl shrinkage from entering it, explains Hill.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plumps the hair:<\/strong> Farhang says that although more studies are needed, theoretically, hyaluronic acid could help plump up dry, damaged hair. This plumping effect could be used for added volume at the roots, but additional ingredients would be needed to actually repair the damage, she adds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hydrates the scalp: <\/strong>Not only does hyaluronic acid benefit the hair strands, but both Hill and King highlight its benefits for the scalp, as well. &#8220;Humectant molecules attract and bind moisture to the skin, allowing collagen to thrive in the skin and scalp,&#8221; Hill explains. King adds that it can keep the scalp hydrated and prevent dry scalp.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Revitalizes <\/strong><strong>high porosity hair<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Dry, damaged hair does not easily retain water but hyaluronic acid helps to fill in the cracks of the porous hair shaft and moisturize, explains King.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Hair Type Considerations <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> All\u00a0hair\u00a0types and textures could benefit from using any\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid-based products on their\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers, says Hill. She explains that the ingredient&#8217;s ability to bind to moisture helps hair retain the proper balance of lipids, humectants, and proteins required for hair strength and elasticity.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> More specifically, Farhang says hyaluronic acid would most benefit those with dry, brittle, and perhaps damaged hair as well as frizzy hair. She notes that the ingredient is particularly great for not weighing down curls and not leaving a greasy feel on the hair. King adds that even color-treated and chemically processed strands can benefit from hyaluronic acid; in fact, the more damaged the\u00a0hair,\u00a0the better, she stresses.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Use Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li><strong>Apply it to your scalp as a <\/strong><strong>pre-shampoo treatment<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Before shampooing, Hill suggests applying hyaluronic\u00a0acid liberally all over your scalp and massaging it in with your fingers in circular motions, focusing on areas that are more problematic than others.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use it on wet or damp hair:<\/strong> Farhang recommends applying hyaluronic acid post-shower while your strands are still wet. Not only is this when the hair is most receptive to products, but water is also key when using hyaluronic acid. Because hyaluronic acid absorbs water, King says using the ingredient on damp\u00a0hair\u00a0can accelerate the effect.\u00a0&#8220;Hyaluronic acid thrives when there is moisture, so make sure whenever you use\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid, you mist plenty of water or tonic so hyaluronic acid can bind it and form a coating to keep the moisture in for maximum effect,&#8221; she explains.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose products formulated with hyaluronic acid:<\/strong> Instead of experimenting with your own hair concoction made with your hyaluronic acid skincare products, Hill suggests using a formula specifically designed for the hair.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use it as a leave-in conditioner: <\/strong>Farhang adds that hyaluronic acid serums could be helpful as styling treatments on damp hair or as a part of a hair mask. Hill recommends applying hyaluronic acid to damp\u00a0hair\u00a0as the first layer to your styling product. Apply it from root to ends, comb through for even distribution, then layer your preferred styling product on top.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine it with oils:<\/strong> Although hyaluronic acid could be beneficial in plumping the hair, Farhang suggests using the ingredient in conjunction with other ingredients to help repair the damaged hair. Farhang&#8217;s top picks: jojoba and argan oils for dry hair and collagen and proteins, like keratin, for strengthening the hair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Potential Side Effects of Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Generally speaking, topical versions of hyaluronic acid (HA) do not have any known side effects or potential risks. However, it&#8217;s worth noting that in an environment where there is low humidity, HA can actually draw moisture away from hair, and into the air. If that&#8217;s the case, it&#8217;s best to apply with a mix of oils and other moisturizing agents to trap the moisture in place.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Final Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While treating strands to skincare-worthy ingredients may sound bougie, it pays off big time when it comes to hair health. Incorporating hyaluronic acid into your haircare routine, whether as a pre-shampoo treatment, leave-in conditioner, or in conjunction with oils can return the investment in hydrated strands and scalp.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Can you use hyaluronic acid skincare products to treat hair?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>&#8220;I advise only using skin-based hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0products to the scalp under the supervision of a certified trichologist, hair\u00a0replacement practitioner, or medical professional,&#8221; recommends Hill. &#8220;Before applying product to the scalp, it is imperative to have a keen understanding of the root causes leading you to use\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0to treat conditions.&#8221; When it comes to the actual hair shaft, King points out that hyaluronic acid skincare products can be costly, and you wouldn&#8217;t necessarily want to waste it on your hair, which is technically dead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How long should I leave hyaluronic acid in my hair?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Depending on the hyaluronic acid hair product you are using, time will vary. 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universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-cecred-nourishing-hair-oil-after-karla-ayala-tout-recirc-a1bcbbbb5f6f416b89b42d5c1854fa28-7.webp\" title=\"byr-cecred-nourishing-hair-oil-after-karla-ayala-tout-recirc-a1bcbbbb5f6f416b89b42d5c1854fa28-7\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-cecred-nourishing-hair-oil-after-karla-ayala-tout-recirc-a1bcbbbb5f6f416b89b42d5c1854fa28-7.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Woman holding a bottle of hair oil in one image and showcasing long hair in another\" title=\"byr-cecred-nourishing-hair-oil-after-karla-ayala-tout-recirc-a1bcbbbb5f6f416b89b42d5c1854fa28-7\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Testers Say These 8 Hair Oils Nourish and Soften Hair While Enhancing Shine<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_12-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A person's hair before and after using the Hally Fluffy G Totally Clean Foaming Hair Gloss\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-best-hair-glosses-tout-recirc-ee08d1839d264daab62d7538c4f88449-16.webp\" title=\"byr-best-hair-glosses-tout-recirc-ee08d1839d264daab62d7538c4f88449-16\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-best-hair-glosses-tout-recirc-ee08d1839d264daab62d7538c4f88449-16.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A person's hair before and after using the Hally Fluffy G Totally Clean Foaming Hair Gloss\" title=\"byr-best-hair-glosses-tout-recirc-ee08d1839d264daab62d7538c4f88449-16\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">10 Best Hair Glosses for Shiny, Healthier-Looking Hair, After 8 Weeks of Testing<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_13-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A person before and after using the Kevin Murphy Young Again Masque\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-hair-growth-masks-conditioners-tout-recirc-17135a35903545afb6710bca3ee3abb3-15.webp\" 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class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Closeup of long wavy hair lying against a surface\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wet-hair-2-ad5c59d95ef445689e073deb2d116eb9-4.webp\" title=\"wet-hair-2-ad5c59d95ef445689e073deb2d116eb9-4\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wet-hair-2-ad5c59d95ef445689e073deb2d116eb9-4.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Closeup of long wavy hair lying against a surface\" title=\"wet-hair-2-ad5c59d95ef445689e073deb2d116eb9-4\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Why You Should Never Skip Conditioner<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_15-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"A woman with curly hair touching her head\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/shea-butter-for-hair-2-a2b5c02afcc14cc9893ce7c74411e1f6-4.webp\" title=\"shea-butter-for-hair-2-a2b5c02afcc14cc9893ce7c74411e1f6-4\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/shea-butter-for-hair-2-a2b5c02afcc14cc9893ce7c74411e1f6-4.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"A woman with curly hair touching her head\" title=\"shea-butter-for-hair-2-a2b5c02afcc14cc9893ce7c74411e1f6-4\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">Shea Butter Has Tons of Benefits for Your Hair\u2014And, You Can Make Your Own at Home<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"card-list__item_16-0\" class=\"comp card-list__item mntl-block \">\n<div class=\"loc card__top\">\n<div class=\"card__media mntl-image card__media universal-image__container\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" alt=\"Two individuals holding bottles of shampoo Crown and Moroccanoil\" class=\"lazyload card__img universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-best-shampoos-for-dry-scalp-tout-1-recirc-0be43bf86fe34062a9cf61d5e896c74e.webp\" title=\"byr-best-shampoos-for-dry-scalp-tout-1-recirc-0be43bf86fe34062a9cf61d5e896c74e\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/byr-best-shampoos-for-dry-scalp-tout-1-recirc-0be43bf86fe34062a9cf61d5e896c74e.webp\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" class=\"img--noscript card__img universal-image__image\" alt=\"Two individuals holding bottles of shampoo Crown and Moroccanoil\" title=\"byr-best-shampoos-for-dry-scalp-tout-1-recirc-0be43bf86fe34062a9cf61d5e896c74e\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content \"><span class=\"card__title\"><span class=\"card__title-text \">We Tested the Best Shampoos for Dry Scalp\u2014These 13 Soothe and Hydrate in a Flash<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/main><\/p>\n<article id=\"beauty-article--sc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-article--sc beauty-article mntl-article mntl-article--three-column sc-ad-container\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"loc article-header\">\n<div id=\"article-header_1-0\" class=\"comp article-header mntl-block article-top\">\n<h1 id=\"article-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-heading mntl-text-block\">How to Use Hyaluronic Acid for Healthier, More Hydrated Hair<\/h1>\n<p id=\"article-subheading_1-0\" class=\"comp article-subheading mntl-text-block\">Experts say this ingredient is a real multitasker.<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-meta_1-0\" class=\"comp article-meta mntl-article-meta mntl-block\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"bylines_1-0\" class=\"comp bylines beauty-bylines mntl-bylines\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--author\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">By<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Brooke Shunatona is a beauty writer. Previously, she was the senior beauty editor at Cosmopolitan.com.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Brooke Shunatona<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Brooke Shunatona\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/brooke-shunatona-5f97505444a94c8c82142db408508e96-2.webp\" title=\"brooke-shunatona-5f97505444a94c8c82142db408508e96-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/brooke-shunatona-5f97505444a94c8c82142db408508e96-2.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Brooke Shunatona\" title=\"brooke-shunatona-5f97505444a94c8c82142db408508e96-2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nBrooke Shunatona\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nBrooke Shunatona is a beauty writer. Previously, she was the senior beauty editor at Cosmopolitan.com.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item mntl-attribution__item--has-date\"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">and<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"&lt;p&gt;Krista Carter has worked in beauty and fashion for nearly a decade. Previously, she was global lead producer at Est\u00e9e Lauder Companies. She has wrote and edited for Byrdie.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Krista Carter<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Krista Carter\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/krista-carter-f9840895dfbb47e9b2a3545f3c7a7347-1.webp\" title=\"krista-carter-f9840895dfbb47e9b2a3545f3c7a7347-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/krista-carter-f9840895dfbb47e9b2a3545f3c7a7347-1.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Krista Carter\" title=\"krista-carter-f9840895dfbb47e9b2a3545f3c7a7347-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \">\nKrista Carter\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__social-nav beauty-social-nav mntl-social-nav social-nav--tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<ul class=\"social-nav__list\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--instagram\">\n<li class=\"social-nav__item social-nav__item--linkedin\"><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\n<p>Krista Carter has worked in beauty and fashion for nearly a decade. Previously, she was global lead producer at Est\u00e9e Lauder Companies. She has wrote and edited for Byrdie.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nByrdie&#8217;s Editorial Guidelines\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-date\">Published on January 30, 2026 08:07AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__group_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__group mntl-block mntl-bylines__group--beauty_wellness_reviewer\">\n<div id=\"mntl-bylines__item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-bylines__item mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><\/p>\n<div data-tooltip=\"Blair Murphy-Rose, MD is a board-certified dermatologist in New York who specializes in leading-edge facial rejuvenation techniques.\u00a0She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is a Castle + Connolly Top Doctor and Super Doctor of NY 2021-2023.\" data-inline-tooltip=\"true\"> Blair Murphy-Rose, MD, FAAD<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip mntl-tooltip mntl-group\">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__top \">\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__image-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" alt=\"Blair Murphy-Rose\" class=\"lazyload mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/7-dr_-blairmurphyrose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968-1.webp\" title=\"7-dr_-blairmurphyrose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/7-dr_-blairmurphyrose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968-1.webp\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" class=\"img--noscript mntl-author-tooltip__image mntl-image universal-image__image\" alt=\"Blair Murphy-Rose\" title=\"7-dr_-blairmurphyrose-8282b31e39ef465d9fe9efc6bbb24968-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-author-tooltip__name_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-author-tooltip__name mntl-attribution__item \"><span class=\"mntl-attribution__item-descriptor\">Reviewed by<\/span><br \/>\nBlair Murphy-Rose, MD, FAAD\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bio\">\nBlair Murphy-Rose, MD is a board-certified dermatologist in New York who specializes in leading-edge facial rejuvenation techniques.\u00a0She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is a Castle + Connolly Top Doctor and Super Doctor of NY 2021-2023.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-author-tooltip__bottom\">\nAbout Byrdie&#8217;s Beauty &amp; Wellness Board\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mntl-attribution__item-postscript\">BOARD-CERTIFIED DERMATOLOGIST<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-left-rail\">\n<div id=\"beauty-sticky-toc_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-sticky-toc mntl-block js-sticky-container sticky-toc__wrapper\">\n<div id=\"sticky-toc_1-0\" class=\"comp sticky-toc mntl-universal-sticky-toc mntl-sticky-toc mntl-block sticky-toc-widget\" data-desktop-bp=\"70em\">\n<div id=\"toc-wrapper_1-0\" class=\"comp toc-wrapper mntl-toc mntl-block\" data-chop-mobile=\"true\" data-offset=\"60\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__inner_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__inner mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading mntl-block js-toc-toggle\"><span id=\"mntl-toc__heading-text_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading-text mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-toc-toggle_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc-toggle mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc-toggle__btn_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc-toggle__btn mntl-text-block js-mntl-toc-toggle text-label-300\" data-click-tracked=\"true\" data-collapsed-text=\"View All\" data-expanded-text=\"View Less\">View All<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__mobile-toggle_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__mobile-toggle mntl-block js-sticky-toggle\"><span id=\"mntl-toc__heading-text_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__heading-text mntl-text-block\">In This Article<\/span><\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-toc__list_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list mntl-toc__list-heading expert-content text-utility-300\">\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">What It Is<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Benefits<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair Type Considerations<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">How to Use<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Side Effects<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Takeaway<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-toc__list-item_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-toc__list-item-heading_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-toc__list-item-heading mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">FAQs<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10.webp\" width=\"1155\" height=\"866\" alt=\"A persons hands combing wet hair with a large comb shadow visible on a beige background\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10.webp\" width=\"1155\" height=\"866\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A persons hands combing wet hair with a large comb shadow visible on a beige background\" title=\"hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Hyaluronic acid is a humectant that retains moisture, helping to keep hair hydrated and reduce frizz.<\/li>\n<li>Sodium hyaluronate is a common, cost-effective form of hyaluronic acid found in haircare products.<\/li>\n<li>Experts suggest applying hyaluronic acid as a pre-shampoo treatment by massaging it into the scalp.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Nothing sells quite like a skincare product with hyaluronic acid topping its ingredient list. Dermatologists and skincare gurus alike taut hyaluronic&#8217;s hydrating properties as a type of miracle tonic for everything from reducing the appearance of wrinkles to wound healing. And now, we can add trichologists and hair experts to the ingredient&#8217;s growing fan base. Turns out, using hyaluronic acid for your hair can overdeliver, improving the condition and appearance of hair as well as skin.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If you have yet to use hyaluronic acid in your hair care products, this is one ingredient you&#8217;ll want to start seeking out. To learn even more about how to use this skincare favorite on your hair, we turned to experts Ginger King, Dr. Sheila\u00a0Farhang, and Bridgette Hill.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Ginger King is a cosmetic chemist and the creator of Grace Kingdom Beauty.<\/li>\n<li>Sheila\u00a0Farhang, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist. She is also the founder\u00a0of\u00a0Avant Dermatology &amp; Aesthetics.<\/li>\n<li>Bridgette Hill is a certified trichologist and scalp therapist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is Hyaluronic Acid? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hyaluronic acid is a substance found naturally in the body\u2014specifically within fluid in our eyes, joints, and skin\u2014although it can also be made synthetically. As a humectant, it can retain moisture and bind approximately 1000 times its weight in water. And while hyaluronic acid is more popular in skincare, it&#8217;s a powerful ingredient to look for in your haircare products as well. Just know it might not show up as &#8220;hyaluronic acid&#8221; on a product label: &#8220;Hyaluronic acid comes in different forms, and the least expensive version is sodium hyaluronate, more commonly seen for\u00a0haircare,&#8221; explains cosmetic chemist Ginger King.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--ffingredients beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-ffingredients\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Hyaluronic Acid for Hair<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p><strong>Type of ingredient:<\/strong> Humectant<\/p>\n<p><strong>Main benefits:<\/strong> Hydrates the hair and scalp and reduces frizziness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who should use it:<\/strong> According to Hill, the moisture-binding property of\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0is beneficial to all\u00a0hair\u00a0types and textures by helping retain the proper balance of lipids, humectants, and proteins required for healthy\u00a0hair.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How often can you use it:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid can be applied topically daily or as needed on your wash days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Works well with:<\/strong> Water and Vitamin E<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t use with:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid works well with most, if not all, ingredients. As Farhang explains, hyaluronic acid is a very easy ingredient to formulate into products, which is why it is so commonly used.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> To be clear, hyaluronic acid is not a moisturizer\u2014it&#8217;s a humectant. It works by retaining water and drawing moisture to the skin\u2019s surface, which makes it hydrating, opposed to moisturizing. This benefits the hair and scalp in several ways:\n<\/p>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li><strong>Hydrates the hair:<\/strong> According to Hill, the humectant-binding properties of\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0perform similarly on\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers as it does on the skin, allowing the\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers to retain and seal moisture from products.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduces frizziness:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid also helps to seal the cuticle, which prevents unwanted moisture that causes frizzy\u00a0hair\u00a0and curl shrinkage from entering it, explains Hill.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plumps the hair:<\/strong> Farhang says that although more studies are needed, theoretically, hyaluronic acid could help plump up dry, damaged hair. This plumping effect could be used for added volume at the roots, but additional ingredients would be needed to actually repair the damage, she adds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hydrates the scalp: <\/strong>Not only does hyaluronic acid benefit the hair strands, but both Hill and King highlight its benefits for the scalp, as well. &#8220;Humectant molecules attract and bind moisture to the skin, allowing collagen to thrive in the skin and scalp,&#8221; Hill explains. King adds that it can keep the scalp hydrated and prevent dry scalp.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Revitalizes <\/strong><strong>high porosity hair<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Dry, damaged hair does not easily retain water but hyaluronic acid helps to fill in the cracks of the porous hair shaft and moisturize, explains King.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Hair Type Considerations <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> All\u00a0hair\u00a0types and textures could benefit from using any\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid-based products on their\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers, says Hill. She explains that the ingredient&#8217;s ability to bind to moisture helps hair retain the proper balance of lipids, humectants, and proteins required for hair strength and elasticity.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> More specifically, Farhang says hyaluronic acid would most benefit those with dry, brittle, and perhaps damaged hair as well as frizzy hair. She notes that the ingredient is particularly great for not weighing down curls and not leaving a greasy feel on the hair. King adds that even color-treated and chemically processed strands can benefit from hyaluronic acid; in fact, the more damaged the\u00a0hair,\u00a0the better, she stresses.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Use Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li><strong>Apply it to your scalp as a <\/strong><strong>pre-shampoo treatment<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Before shampooing, Hill suggests applying hyaluronic\u00a0acid liberally all over your scalp and massaging it in with your fingers in circular motions, focusing on areas that are more problematic than others.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use it on wet or damp hair:<\/strong> Farhang recommends applying hyaluronic acid post-shower while your strands are still wet. Not only is this when the hair is most receptive to products, but water is also key when using hyaluronic acid. Because hyaluronic acid absorbs water, King says using the ingredient on damp\u00a0hair\u00a0can accelerate the effect.\u00a0&#8220;Hyaluronic acid thrives when there is moisture, so make sure whenever you use\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid, you mist plenty of water or tonic so hyaluronic acid can bind it and form a coating to keep the moisture in for maximum effect,&#8221; she explains.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose products formulated with hyaluronic acid:<\/strong> Instead of experimenting with your own hair concoction made with your hyaluronic acid skincare products, Hill suggests using a formula specifically designed for the hair.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use it as a leave-in conditioner: <\/strong>Farhang adds that hyaluronic acid serums could be helpful as styling treatments on damp hair or as a part of a hair mask. Hill recommends applying hyaluronic acid to damp\u00a0hair\u00a0as the first layer to your styling product. Apply it from root to ends, comb through for even distribution, then layer your preferred styling product on top.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine it with oils:<\/strong> Although hyaluronic acid could be beneficial in plumping the hair, Farhang suggests using the ingredient in conjunction with other ingredients to help repair the damaged hair. Farhang&#8217;s top picks: jojoba and argan oils for dry hair and collagen and proteins, like keratin, for strengthening the hair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Potential Side Effects of Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Generally speaking, topical versions of hyaluronic acid (HA) do not have any known side effects or potential risks. However, it&#8217;s worth noting that in an environment where there is low humidity, HA can actually draw moisture away from hair, and into the air. If that&#8217;s the case, it&#8217;s best to apply with a mix of oils and other moisturizing agents to trap the moisture in place.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Final Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While treating strands to skincare-worthy ingredients may sound bougie, it pays off big time when it comes to hair health. Incorporating hyaluronic acid into your haircare routine, whether as a pre-shampoo treatment, leave-in conditioner, or in conjunction with oils can return the investment in hydrated strands and scalp.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Can you use hyaluronic acid skincare products to treat hair?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>&#8220;I advise only using skin-based hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0products to the scalp under the supervision of a certified trichologist, hair\u00a0replacement practitioner, or medical professional,&#8221; recommends Hill. &#8220;Before applying product to the scalp, it is imperative to have a keen understanding of the root causes leading you to use\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0to treat conditions.&#8221; When it comes to the actual hair shaft, King points out that hyaluronic acid skincare products can be costly, and you wouldn&#8217;t necessarily want to waste it on your hair, which is technically dead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How long should I leave hyaluronic acid in my hair?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Depending on the hyaluronic acid hair product you are using, time will vary. Some products will require that you leave them in your hair for only a few minutes before rinsing out. Others can be applied and left in. It&#8217;s best to check product instructions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"loc article-post-content\">\n<div id=\"beauty-breadcrumbs--chips_1-0\" class=\"comp beauty-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-universal-breadcrumbs--chips mntl-block\">\n<div id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__read-more mntl-text-block text-title-100\">Read more:<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-universal-breadcrumbs_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-breadcrumbs mntl-block text-label-300 breadcrumbs\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Hair<\/span><\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-breadcrumbs__item_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-breadcrumbs__item mntl-block\"><span class=\"link__wrapper\">Haircare<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"loc article-content\">\n<div id=\"article__broad-video-jw_1-0\" class=\"comp article__broad-video-jw mntl-jwplayer-broad mntl-block is-hidden\" data-pixel-depth=\"100\">\n<div id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title mntl-block\"><button id=\"mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-jwplayer-broad__title-icon--close mntl-block text-label-100\" data-click-tracked=\"false\"><span id=\"mntl-text-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-text-block\">Close<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block article__body right-rail\">\n<figure id=\"mntl-universal-primary-image_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-universal-primary-image primary-image\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<div class=\"primary-image__media\">\n<div class=\"img-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10.webp\" width=\"1155\" height=\"866\" alt=\"A persons hands combing wet hair with a large comb shadow visible on a beige background\" class=\" primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" title=\"hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10.webp\" width=\"1155\" height=\"866\" class=\"loaded primary-img--noscript primary-image__image mntl-primary-image--blurry\" alt=\"A persons hands combing wet hair with a large comb shadow visible on a beige background\" title=\"hair-2-4b1bd67e3bb74535ad4d871b852225a7-10\"><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption id=\"primary-image__figcap_1-0\" class=\"comp primary-image__figcap mntl-figure-caption figure-article-caption\"><span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Stocksy<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Hyaluronic acid is a humectant that retains moisture, helping to keep hair hydrated and reduce frizz.<\/li>\n<li>Sodium hyaluronate is a common, cost-effective form of hyaluronic acid found in haircare products.<\/li>\n<li>Experts suggest applying hyaluronic acid as a pre-shampoo treatment by massaging it into the scalp.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Nothing sells quite like a skincare product with hyaluronic acid topping its ingredient list. Dermatologists and skincare gurus alike taut hyaluronic&#8217;s hydrating properties as a type of miracle tonic for everything from reducing the appearance of wrinkles to wound healing. And now, we can add trichologists and hair experts to the ingredient&#8217;s growing fan base. Turns out, using hyaluronic acid for your hair can overdeliver, improving the condition and appearance of hair as well as skin.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If you have yet to use hyaluronic acid in your hair care products, this is one ingredient you&#8217;ll want to start seeking out. To learn even more about how to use this skincare favorite on your hair, we turned to experts Ginger King, Dr. Sheila\u00a0Farhang, and Bridgette Hill.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Ginger King is a cosmetic chemist and the creator of Grace Kingdom Beauty.<\/li>\n<li>Sheila\u00a0Farhang, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist. She is also the founder\u00a0of\u00a0Avant Dermatology &amp; Aesthetics.<\/li>\n<li>Bridgette Hill is a certified trichologist and scalp therapist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is Hyaluronic Acid? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hyaluronic acid is a substance found naturally in the body\u2014specifically within fluid in our eyes, joints, and skin\u2014although it can also be made synthetically. As a humectant, it can retain moisture and bind approximately 1000 times its weight in water. And while hyaluronic acid is more popular in skincare, it&#8217;s a powerful ingredient to look for in your haircare products as well. Just know it might not show up as &#8220;hyaluronic acid&#8221; on a product label: &#8220;Hyaluronic acid comes in different forms, and the least expensive version is sodium hyaluronate, more commonly seen for\u00a0haircare,&#8221; explains cosmetic chemist Ginger King.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--ffingredients beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-ffingredients\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Hyaluronic Acid for Hair<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p><strong>Type of ingredient:<\/strong> Humectant<\/p>\n<p><strong>Main benefits:<\/strong> Hydrates the hair and scalp and reduces frizziness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who should use it:<\/strong> According to Hill, the moisture-binding property of\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0is beneficial to all\u00a0hair\u00a0types and textures by helping retain the proper balance of lipids, humectants, and proteins required for healthy\u00a0hair.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How often can you use it:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid can be applied topically daily or as needed on your wash days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Works well with:<\/strong> Water and Vitamin E<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t use with:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid works well with most, if not all, ingredients. As Farhang explains, hyaluronic acid is a very easy ingredient to formulate into products, which is why it is so commonly used.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> To be clear, hyaluronic acid is not a moisturizer\u2014it&#8217;s a humectant. It works by retaining water and drawing moisture to the skin\u2019s surface, which makes it hydrating, opposed to moisturizing. This benefits the hair and scalp in several ways:\n<\/p>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li><strong>Hydrates the hair:<\/strong> According to Hill, the humectant-binding properties of\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0perform similarly on\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers as it does on the skin, allowing the\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers to retain and seal moisture from products.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduces frizziness:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid also helps to seal the cuticle, which prevents unwanted moisture that causes frizzy\u00a0hair\u00a0and curl shrinkage from entering it, explains Hill.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plumps the hair:<\/strong> Farhang says that although more studies are needed, theoretically, hyaluronic acid could help plump up dry, damaged hair. This plumping effect could be used for added volume at the roots, but additional ingredients would be needed to actually repair the damage, she adds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hydrates the scalp: <\/strong>Not only does hyaluronic acid benefit the hair strands, but both Hill and King highlight its benefits for the scalp, as well. &#8220;Humectant molecules attract and bind moisture to the skin, allowing collagen to thrive in the skin and scalp,&#8221; Hill explains. King adds that it can keep the scalp hydrated and prevent dry scalp.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Revitalizes <\/strong><strong>high porosity hair<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Dry, damaged hair does not easily retain water but hyaluronic acid helps to fill in the cracks of the porous hair shaft and moisturize, explains King.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Hair Type Considerations <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> All\u00a0hair\u00a0types and textures could benefit from using any\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid-based products on their\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers, says Hill. She explains that the ingredient&#8217;s ability to bind to moisture helps hair retain the proper balance of lipids, humectants, and proteins required for hair strength and elasticity.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> More specifically, Farhang says hyaluronic acid would most benefit those with dry, brittle, and perhaps damaged hair as well as frizzy hair. She notes that the ingredient is particularly great for not weighing down curls and not leaving a greasy feel on the hair. King adds that even color-treated and chemically processed strands can benefit from hyaluronic acid; in fact, the more damaged the\u00a0hair,\u00a0the better, she stresses.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Use Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li><strong>Apply it to your scalp as a <\/strong><strong>pre-shampoo treatment<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Before shampooing, Hill suggests applying hyaluronic\u00a0acid liberally all over your scalp and massaging it in with your fingers in circular motions, focusing on areas that are more problematic than others.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use it on wet or damp hair:<\/strong> Farhang recommends applying hyaluronic acid post-shower while your strands are still wet. Not only is this when the hair is most receptive to products, but water is also key when using hyaluronic acid. Because hyaluronic acid absorbs water, King says using the ingredient on damp\u00a0hair\u00a0can accelerate the effect.\u00a0&#8220;Hyaluronic acid thrives when there is moisture, so make sure whenever you use\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid, you mist plenty of water or tonic so hyaluronic acid can bind it and form a coating to keep the moisture in for maximum effect,&#8221; she explains.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose products formulated with hyaluronic acid:<\/strong> Instead of experimenting with your own hair concoction made with your hyaluronic acid skincare products, Hill suggests using a formula specifically designed for the hair.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use it as a leave-in conditioner: <\/strong>Farhang adds that hyaluronic acid serums could be helpful as styling treatments on damp hair or as a part of a hair mask. Hill recommends applying hyaluronic acid to damp\u00a0hair\u00a0as the first layer to your styling product. Apply it from root to ends, comb through for even distribution, then layer your preferred styling product on top.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine it with oils:<\/strong> Although hyaluronic acid could be beneficial in plumping the hair, Farhang suggests using the ingredient in conjunction with other ingredients to help repair the damaged hair. Farhang&#8217;s top picks: jojoba and argan oils for dry hair and collagen and proteins, like keratin, for strengthening the hair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Potential Side Effects of Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Generally speaking, topical versions of hyaluronic acid (HA) do not have any known side effects or potential risks. However, it&#8217;s worth noting that in an environment where there is low humidity, HA can actually draw moisture away from hair, and into the air. If that&#8217;s the case, it&#8217;s best to apply with a mix of oils and other moisturizing agents to trap the moisture in place.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Final Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While treating strands to skincare-worthy ingredients may sound bougie, it pays off big time when it comes to hair health. Incorporating hyaluronic acid into your haircare routine, whether as a pre-shampoo treatment, leave-in conditioner, or in conjunction with oils can return the investment in hydrated strands and scalp.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Can you use hyaluronic acid skincare products to treat hair?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>&#8220;I advise only using skin-based hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0products to the scalp under the supervision of a certified trichologist, hair\u00a0replacement practitioner, or medical professional,&#8221; recommends Hill. &#8220;Before applying product to the scalp, it is imperative to have a keen understanding of the root causes leading you to use\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0to treat conditions.&#8221; When it comes to the actual hair shaft, King points out that hyaluronic acid skincare products can be costly, and you wouldn&#8217;t necessarily want to waste it on your hair, which is technically dead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How long should I leave hyaluronic acid in my hair?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Depending on the hyaluronic acid hair product you are using, time will vary. Some products will require that you leave them in your hair for only a few minutes before rinsing out. Others can be applied and left in. It&#8217;s best to check product instructions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-page_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-page mntl-block\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"125\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"16\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"5\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--finalverdict beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-finalverdict\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Key Takeaways<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Hyaluronic acid is a humectant that retains moisture, helping to keep hair hydrated and reduce frizz.<\/li>\n<li>Sodium hyaluronate is a common, cost-effective form of hyaluronic acid found in haircare products.<\/li>\n<li>Experts suggest applying hyaluronic acid as a pre-shampoo treatment by massaging it into the scalp.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Nothing sells quite like a skincare product with hyaluronic acid topping its ingredient list. Dermatologists and skincare gurus alike taut hyaluronic&#8217;s hydrating properties as a type of miracle tonic for everything from reducing the appearance of wrinkles to wound healing. And now, we can add trichologists and hair experts to the ingredient&#8217;s growing fan base. Turns out, using hyaluronic acid for your hair can overdeliver, improving the condition and appearance of hair as well as skin.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_4-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> If you have yet to use hyaluronic acid in your hair care products, this is one ingredient you&#8217;ll want to start seeking out. To learn even more about how to use this skincare favorite on your hair, we turned to experts Ginger King, Dr. Sheila\u00a0Farhang, and Bridgette Hill.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--meetourexpert beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-meetourexpert\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Meet the Experts<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<ul>\n<li>Ginger King is a cosmetic chemist and the creator of Grace Kingdom Beauty.<\/li>\n<li>Sheila\u00a0Farhang, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist. She is also the founder\u00a0of\u00a0Avant Dermatology &amp; Aesthetics.<\/li>\n<li>Bridgette Hill is a certified trichologist and scalp therapist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> What Is Hyaluronic Acid? <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Hyaluronic acid is a substance found naturally in the body\u2014specifically within fluid in our eyes, joints, and skin\u2014although it can also be made synthetically. As a humectant, it can retain moisture and bind approximately 1000 times its weight in water. And while hyaluronic acid is more popular in skincare, it&#8217;s a powerful ingredient to look for in your haircare products as well. Just know it might not show up as &#8220;hyaluronic acid&#8221; on a product label: &#8220;Hyaluronic acid comes in different forms, and the least expensive version is sodium hyaluronate, more commonly seen for\u00a0haircare,&#8221; explains cosmetic chemist Ginger King.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-callout--ffingredients beauty-sc-block-callout mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-ffingredients\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-heading_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-heading mntl-text-block\">Hyaluronic Acid for Hair<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\">\n<p><strong>Type of ingredient:<\/strong> Humectant<\/p>\n<p><strong>Main benefits:<\/strong> Hydrates the hair and scalp and reduces frizziness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who should use it:<\/strong> According to Hill, the moisture-binding property of\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0is beneficial to all\u00a0hair\u00a0types and textures by helping retain the proper balance of lipids, humectants, and proteins required for healthy\u00a0hair.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How often can you use it:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid can be applied topically daily or as needed on your wash days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Works well with:<\/strong> Water and Vitamin E<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t use with:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid works well with most, if not all, ingredients. As Farhang explains, hyaluronic acid is a very easy ingredient to formulate into products, which is why it is so commonly used.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> To be clear, hyaluronic acid is not a moisturizer\u2014it&#8217;s a humectant. It works by retaining water and drawing moisture to the skin\u2019s surface, which makes it hydrating, opposed to moisturizing. This benefits the hair and scalp in several ways:\n<\/p>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_14-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li><strong>Hydrates the hair:<\/strong> According to Hill, the humectant-binding properties of\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0perform similarly on\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers as it does on the skin, allowing the\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers to retain and seal moisture from products.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduces frizziness:<\/strong> Hyaluronic acid also helps to seal the cuticle, which prevents unwanted moisture that causes frizzy\u00a0hair\u00a0and curl shrinkage from entering it, explains Hill.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plumps the hair:<\/strong> Farhang says that although more studies are needed, theoretically, hyaluronic acid could help plump up dry, damaged hair. This plumping effect could be used for added volume at the roots, but additional ingredients would be needed to actually repair the damage, she adds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hydrates the scalp: <\/strong>Not only does hyaluronic acid benefit the hair strands, but both Hill and King highlight its benefits for the scalp, as well. &#8220;Humectant molecules attract and bind moisture to the skin, allowing collagen to thrive in the skin and scalp,&#8221; Hill explains. King adds that it can keep the scalp hydrated and prevent dry scalp.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Revitalizes <\/strong><strong>high porosity hair<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Dry, damaged hair does not easily retain water but hyaluronic acid helps to fill in the cracks of the porous hair shaft and moisturize, explains King.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_16-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Hair Type Considerations <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> All\u00a0hair\u00a0types and textures could benefit from using any\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid-based products on their\u00a0hair\u00a0fibers, says Hill. She explains that the ingredient&#8217;s ability to bind to moisture helps hair retain the proper balance of lipids, humectants, and proteins required for hair strength and elasticity.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> More specifically, Farhang says hyaluronic acid would most benefit those with dry, brittle, and perhaps damaged hair as well as frizzy hair. She notes that the ingredient is particularly great for not weighing down curls and not leaving a greasy feel on the hair. King adds that even color-treated and chemically processed strands can benefit from hyaluronic acid; in fact, the more damaged the\u00a0hair,\u00a0the better, she stresses.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> How to Use Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li><strong>Apply it to your scalp as a <\/strong><strong>pre-shampoo treatment<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Before shampooing, Hill suggests applying hyaluronic\u00a0acid liberally all over your scalp and massaging it in with your fingers in circular motions, focusing on areas that are more problematic than others.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use it on wet or damp hair:<\/strong> Farhang recommends applying hyaluronic acid post-shower while your strands are still wet. Not only is this when the hair is most receptive to products, but water is also key when using hyaluronic acid. Because hyaluronic acid absorbs water, King says using the ingredient on damp\u00a0hair\u00a0can accelerate the effect.\u00a0&#8220;Hyaluronic acid thrives when there is moisture, so make sure whenever you use\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid, you mist plenty of water or tonic so hyaluronic acid can bind it and form a coating to keep the moisture in for maximum effect,&#8221; she explains.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose products formulated with hyaluronic acid:<\/strong> Instead of experimenting with your own hair concoction made with your hyaluronic acid skincare products, Hill suggests using a formula specifically designed for the hair.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use it as a leave-in conditioner: <\/strong>Farhang adds that hyaluronic acid serums could be helpful as styling treatments on damp hair or as a part of a hair mask. Hill recommends applying hyaluronic acid to damp\u00a0hair\u00a0as the first layer to your styling product. Apply it from root to ends, comb through for even distribution, then layer your preferred styling product on top.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine it with oils:<\/strong> Although hyaluronic acid could be beneficial in plumping the hair, Farhang suggests using the ingredient in conjunction with other ingredients to help repair the damaged hair. Farhang&#8217;s top picks: jojoba and argan oils for dry hair and collagen and proteins, like keratin, for strengthening the hair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_24-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> Potential Side Effects of Hyaluronic Acid for Hair <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> Generally speaking, topical versions of hyaluronic acid (HA) do not have any known side effects or potential risks. However, it&#8217;s worth noting that in an environment where there is low humidity, HA can actually draw moisture away from hair, and into the air. If that&#8217;s the case, it&#8217;s best to apply with a mix of oils and other moisturizing agents to trap the moisture in place.\n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"><span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"> The Final Takeaway <\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html\"> While treating strands to skincare-worthy ingredients may sound bougie, it pays off big time when it comes to hair health. Incorporating hyaluronic acid into your haircare routine, whether as a pre-shampoo treatment, leave-in conditioner, or in conjunction with oils can return the investment in hydrated strands and scalp.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-faq--expanded beauty-sc-block-faq mntl-sc-block-faq mntl-block is-expanded\">\n<div id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__title_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__title mntl-text-block\">FAQ<\/div>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block-faq__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-faq__content mntl-accordion \" data-tracking-container=\"true\">\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"1\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_1-0-section-0\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">Can you use hyaluronic acid skincare products to treat hair?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>&#8220;I advise only using skin-based hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0products to the scalp under the supervision of a certified trichologist, hair\u00a0replacement practitioner, or medical professional,&#8221; recommends Hill. &#8220;Before applying product to the scalp, it is imperative to have a keen understanding of the root causes leading you to use\u00a0hyaluronic\u00a0acid\u00a0to treat conditions.&#8221; When it comes to the actual hair shaft, King points out that hyaluronic acid skincare products can be costly, and you wouldn&#8217;t necessarily want to waste it on your hair, which is technically dead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"accordion__item js-accordion-item is-active\" data-ordinal=\"2\">\n<div class=\"accordion__header js-accordion-trigger\" id=\"mntl-accordion__item_2-0-section-1\"><span class=\"accordion__title\">How long should I leave hyaluronic acid in my hair?<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion__body\">\n<div id=\"mntl-accordion__content_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"faq-accordion__item-answer\">\n<p>Depending on the hyaluronic acid hair product you are using, time will vary. Some products will require that you leave them in your hair for only a few minutes before rinsing out. Others can be applied and left in. It&#8217;s best to check product instructions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> Source URL: https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/hyaluronic-acid-for-hair-11895923<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Use Hyaluronic Acid for Healthier, More Hydrated Hair Experts say this ingredient is a real multitasker. By Brooke Shunatona Brooke Shunatona Brooke Shunatona is a beauty writer. Previously, she was the senior beauty editor at Cosmopolitan.com. 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