Effect of hyaluronic acid encapsulation in a silica hydrogel matrix on drug penetration through the skin

It has been found that the encapsulation of high molecular weight hyaluronic acid in a biologically relevant silica hydrogel matrix provides its accelerated penetration into the skin compared to free acid. The developed hybrid hydrogels, in which high molecular weight hyaluronic acid retains its pronounced anti-inflammatory properties and strong hydrating effect, can become the basis for new, more effective soft formlations for the treatment of inflammatory skin diseases, as well as for products used in the beauty industry. It has been shown that the penetration of hyaluronic acid from the hybrid hydrogels depends on the conditions of their synthesis, the average molecular weight and the loading of the acid.