I recently noticed some red stretch marks showing up in my legs and found out that hyaluronic acid can actually help a lot with skin repair and hydration. But when I looked it up at the store, it was over $30 for a tiny bottle no thanks. So of course, I made my own. This DIY hyaluronic acid serum is simple, affordable, and actually works.

I’ve been testing this homemade hyaluronic acid serum and honestly it’s good.It’s lightweight, feels like nothing on the skin, and gives you the hydration without being greasy or sticky.

If you’ve been wanting to add hyaluronic acid into your routine without overcomplicating things, this is the perfect beginner recipe.

Hyaluronic Acid Serum Recipe

Ingredients

3 tablespoons water
1/8 teaspoon hyaluronic acid powder
1/2 teaspoon carrier oil (like jojoba, almond)
9 drops preservative (optional, but recommended if you’re not refrigerating it)
1/4 teaspoon glycerin
5 drops essential oil (optional)

Instructions

1. Bloom the Hyaluronic Acid

Sprinkle the hyaluronic acid powder into the water without stirring too much. It’s going to clumpand that’s okay! Let it sit for a few hours (or overnight) until it forms a gel-like texture. Then stir until smooth and no clumps remain.

2. Mix the Oils

If you’re using essential oils, add them to your carrier oil first. This helps dilute the essential oil properly and avoids any skin irritation.

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3. Combine Everything

Now mix your oil and glycerin blend into the hyaluronic acid gel. Stir slowly to combine everything into a smooth serum.

How to Use Hyaluronic Acid Serum:

Apply 2–3 drops to clean, dry skin preferably right before your moisturizer.

Notes

You can skip the essential oil if your skin is sensitive. It’ll still be amazing.
If you don’t use a preservative, store the serum in the fridge and use it within 1–2 weeks.
With a preservative like Leucidal or Geogard ECT, it should last a few months at room temp.
Make sure your hands and utensils are clean when making this to keep bacteria out.

Hyaluronic Acid Serum Recipe

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This easy DIY Hyaluronic Acid Serum is perfect for dry or irritated skin and it can help with stretch marks! Made with just a few ingredients, this hydrating serum is budget-friendly, non-greasy, and great for daily use.

Makes about 2 ounces

Ingredients

3 tablespoons water
1/8 tsp hyaluronic acid powder
1/2 tsp carrier oil
9 drops preservative optional
1/4 tsp glycerin
5 drops essential oil optional

Instructions

Sprinkle the hyaluronic acid powder into the water. Slowly stir. It will clump together. Wait a few hours, until you can stir and there are no more clumps.
Add in your essential oils to the carrier oil.
Then mix in the carrier oil and glycerin to the water mixture and stir to combine.
To Use: Apply a few drops to clean, dry skin once a day.

Notes

The essential oil is optional.
With a preservative, this should last for a few months. Without one, keep it in the fridge and it should last a week or two. Leucidal or Geogard ECT are good preservatives.

Homemade Hyaluronic Acid Serum Recipe

Hyaluronic Acid Serum Recipe

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