Does hyaluronic acid cause skin rash?
On One Hand: Hyaluronic Acid May Cause a Skin RashData from Drugs.com indicate that, in less than five percent of cases, certain injectable hyaluronic acid derivatives, such as Euflexxa and Synvisc, may cause a skin rash. Medical doctor Ray Sahelian (author of the “Mind Boosters”) also reported skin rash cases resulting from oral hyaluronic acid supplements.On the Other: Skin Rashes Are Not Obligatory ReactionsSkin rashes often signal an allergic reaction. According to Medscape, the fact that hyaluronic acid is identical in all species minimizes the risk of allergy. However, a 2006 review featured in “Current Opinion in Ophthalmology” indicates that hyaluronic acid preparations have unique ingredients and characteristics that affect their therapeutic results, potential side effects, and ideal use. As a result, the risk of developing a skin rash will not be the same for all formulations.Bottom LineHyaluronic acid can cause skin rashes.
