HYALURONIC
ACID
WHAT IS HA?
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring glycosaminoglycan found in various tissues throughout the body, including the skin, joints, and eyes. It plays a crucial role in maintaining hydration and lubrication in these areas.
Here are some key points about hyaluronic acid:1
Structure and Function:
- Hydrophilic Properties: HA can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, making it an excellent hydrating agent
- Lubrication: It helps lubricate joints, reducing friction and allowing for smooth movement
- Tissue Repair: HA supports tissue repair and regeneration by promoting cell proliferation and migration
Sources:
- Natural Production: The body naturally produces hyaluronic acid, but its production decreases with age.
- Synthetic Production: HA can be synthesized in laboratories for use in medical and cosmetic products.
What is HYDEAL-D®?
Hydeal-D® is the result of Fidia Farmaceutici’s research on hyaluronic acid, designed for female intimate wellness.
Hydeal-D® is a derivative of hyaluronic acid that, thanks to specific chemical-pharmaceutical modifications (partial esterification of carboxyl groups with benzyl alcohol), has adhesive properties and provides a moisturizing and consequently reparative function at the vaginal mucosa level. It is able to persist longer on the vaginal mucosa, thereby extending moisturizing and lubricating effects.
HYDEAL-D®
Hydeal-D® allows for a slow and continuous release of hyaluronic acid at the vaginal mucosa, enabling its hydration.
The modifications made to the hyaluronic acid molecule allow the Hydeal-D® derivative to achieve high resistance to the natural degradation of hyaluronic acid, carried out by specific enzymes present in the vaginal mucosa (called hyaluronidases).
Therefore, the degradation of Hydeal-D® occurs slowly, providing a continuous release of small chains of hyaluronic acid with moisturizing action at the vaginal mucosa (low molecular weight hyaluronic acid of 200 kilodaltons).
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References:
1.
Necas J, et al. Veterinarni Medicina. 2008;53(8):397–411.