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Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans

Reviewed by Kate · Last updated 14 Aug 2026

Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans are skin-replenishing ingredients

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What Is Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans?

Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans are skin-replenishing ingredients that have been hydrolyzed, which is a chemical process involving the reaction of a substance with water to form a modified substance. Functions as a skin-softening agent.

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