Definitions

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  • adjective Of or pertaining to hyaluronic acid or its derivatives

Etymologies

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From hyaloid +‎ uronic.

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Examples

  • Macrolane, a preparation of a naturally occurring chemical in the body called hyaluronic acid, which is injected directly into breasts.

    Independent.ie - Frontpage RSS Feed 2009

  • (formerly known as hyaluronic acid) is a negatively charged glycosaminoglycan (GAG) -- more simply put, a sugar chain -- that arranges itself in complicated coils, adapting to the pressure changes in the joint capsule as the horse moves.

    TheHorse.com News 2009

  • Many new-generation retinol products blend retinol with other ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid, to counteract dryness or irritation and confer other benefits.

    chicagotribune.com - 2010

  • Their commitment, according to Meehan, is to source all the leading skincare essentials naturally - such as hyaluronic acid, CoQ10, peptides and antioxidants - so the body can recognize them.

    The Orange County Register - News Headlines : News By SHANNON BUONSANTI 2010

  • In contrast to biodegradable fillers such as hyaluronic and lactic acids, botox may only be injected by an expert.

    The Earth Times Online Newspaper 2010

  • Furthermore, the correlations of SWV with biochemical markers such as hyaluronic acid or albumin were presented.

    PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories 2010

  • Try and steer clear of rich formulations that can congest the skin and pick lighter hydrators such as hyaluronic acid. '

    Home 2009

  • Last year, Uemura launched a skincare range, Phyto-Black Lift, using ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and glycoaminoglycan, to help firm and moisturise the skin.

    News On Japan The Age 2008

  • Hyaluronic Acid (Cosmetics manufacturers: "hyaluronic" is not a noun!)

    ScienceBlogs Channel : Life Science 2008

  • Filler substances, such as hyaluronic acid Juvederm or Restylane, medical grade silicone and one's transplanted fat are just a few of the options available to plump the lips.

    Robert Tornambe, M.D.: Lip Reduction Surgery-A Contrary Trend M.D. Robert Tornambe 2011

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