Is hyaluronic acid safe?

Hyaluronic acid is one of the most widely used substances in aesthetic medicine. It is widely regarded as safe, and the years of research behind these opinions are paramount to its widespread use in aesthetic medicine.

Nevertheless, questions often arise about whether hyaluronic acid is allergenic, whether it causes permanent swelling, or whether it can contribute to deterioration of health. Therefore, in this article we will try to answer as comprehensively as possible the basic question: is hyaluronic acid safe?

Is hyaluronic acid harmful, or can it be used safely?

It should be noted at the outset that hyaluronic acid is one of the best researched substances in the world of aesthetic medicine, so we really know a lot about both its structure, action or possibilities, as well as contraindications to use. What's more, thanks to this, we can confidently say that it is the safest of fillers, which works in accordance with the biological predispositions of the body, binding water, improving skin hydration and giving a natural, gentle effect.

The acid is a gel-like implant with the same structure as human hyaluronic acid. In itself, it is safe and harmless, so you shouldn't have any concerns before going for a procedure using it. On the other hand, it is very important to make sure that the preparation that will be used in the process is a safe, certified product.

When can hyaluronic acid cause harm?

Hyaluronic acid, like any other substance, can cause unwanted side effects in people who, for certain reasons, should not take it (either at all or at a certain point in their lives). Contraindications to treatments are normal and occur even with the simplest interventions in the human body, yet they are sometimes concealed by patients.

This is why we always remind patients that there are certain contraindications to aesthetic medicine procedures, including precisely those using the usually safe hyaluronic acid, and they should be mentioned. We sensitize specialists to always take a comprehensive history with their patients to rule out any complications.

What can be a contraindication to the administration of hyaluronic acid?

• pregnancy,
• breastfeeding,
• infections,
• inflammation at the site of administration,
• active neoplastic lesions at the site of administration,
• certain autoimmune diseases,
• diabetes,
• blood clotting disorders.

Unsatisfactory results of the procedure vs. harmfulness of the acid

We also often encounter the question of whether hyaluronic acid is harmful - as a rule, no, as it is a very safe substance that does not harm the body in itself. If the effect after the procedure is unsatisfactory or, worse, the opposite of the desired effect, the source of the problem is usually one of two reasons: poor technique of administration or poor quality of the preparation. It also happens that doctors use hyaluronic acid for ailments that do not warrant it.

On the other hand, it is important to remember that the acid can be dissolved at any time. It also dissolves spontaneously after a period of several months, so even unwanted aesthetic effects will not be permanent.

Is hyaluronic acid allergenic?

Mostly not - hyaluronic acid itself is a naturally occurring substance in the human body, so it should not cause allergic reactions. What can sensitize are the remnants of the bacteria responsible for the production of the acid, which are found in less purified doses of the acid. That's why it's so important to choose the right products with the right certifications - at Cosmetix, we make sure to include only the highest quality preparations, such as shallow wrinkle fillers, which can be administered to even sensitive patients without fear.

Allergy to hyaluronic acid alone is extremely rare and would certainly have been detected by now due to the presence of this substance in the body.