The Best Hair-Care Products with Hyaluronic Acid for Dry, Dull Strands

August 22, 2023
Alanna Martine Kilkeary
By: Alanna Martine Kilkeary | Makeup.com by L'Oréal
person holding loreal paris elvive shampoo with hyaluronic acid in the shower

It’s no secret that hyaluronic acid is a crowd-favorite amongst makeup artists, aestheticians and dermatologists everywhere — and for good reason. The ingredient works to help skin retain moisture and is an excellent addition to any skincare regimen, especially before makeup application, as it keeps your complexion hydrated, smooth and dewy throughout the day. That’s why we’re happy to report that hyaluronic acid is now breaking into a new category to keep you even more moisturized: hair care. Hair-care products with hyaluronic acid help hydrate, plump and bring dry hair back to life. Below, explore a few of our favorites made with the superstar ingredient.  

What Is Hyaluronic Acid?

Hyaluronic acid is a powerful humectant that when applied to the skin in the form of skin-care products, helps it retain moisture. Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Lisa Ginn, previously told Skincare.com, “Hyaluronic acid is found naturally in our skin, but as we age, the production slows. Using a product that contains it can help smooth fine lines and wrinkles and make skin in general appear fuller and more youthful.” Because of its powerful hydrating properties for the skin, we’re now seeing the ingredient being used in hair-care products, too. 

Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid for Hair

When used on skin, hyaluronic acid delivers smoothing and plumping benefits and it can work the same way for hair.. Hyaluronic acid in hair-care can come in many forms, including serums, shampoos, conditioners and even hair masks. Here, we’re sharing the very best hair care products with hyaluronic acid to help revitalize dull and dry strands.

Best Hair Care Products with Hyaluronic Acid

L’Oréal Paris Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner

This hydrating duo works to detangle dry hair and deeply moisturize each strand with hyaluronic acid. It promises softer, silkier and more hydrated hair for up to 72 hours and additionally helps beef up hair for a full, bouncy look.

L’Oréal Paris Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner

Kérastase Blond Absolu Overnight Recovery Treatment

Blonde hair will absolutely love this hydrating overnight serum that works to nourish and smooth hair while you sleep. It has hyaluronic acid plus edelweiss flower to revitalize dry hair and smooth strands by morning.


Kérastase Blond Absolu Overnight Recovery Treatment

Garnier Fructis 10-in-1 Pure Moisture Multi-Tasking Leave-In

This leave-in option will guarantee a moisture boost no matter your hair type. Featuring hyaluronic acid, it will  leave your hair looking particularly lush and glossy.

Garnier Fructis 10-in-1 Pure Moisture Multi-Tasking Leave-In

Best Hair Leave-In With Hyaluronic Acid

Garnier Fructis 10-in-1 Pure Moisture Multi-Tasking Leave-In

This leave-in option will guarantee a moisture boost no matter your hair type. It has hyaluronic acid that deeply hydrates each strand and will leave your hair looking bouncy, fresh and resilient.

Garnier Fructis 10-in-1 Pure Moisture Multi-Tasking Leave-In

L’Oréal Paris Elvive Hyaluron Plump Moisture Plump Hair Serum

Bring dry hair back to life with this plumping serum leave-in. It contains hyaluronic acid to help restore moisture and will keep your hair looking and feeling soft, hydrated and fresh for hours!

L’Oréal Paris Elvive Hyaluron Plump Moisture Plump Hair Serum

Garnier Fructis Pure Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner

Give your hair the boost of hydration it deserves with this moisturizing shampoo and conditioner. The shampoo and conditioner combination contains hyaluronic acid plus cucumber water to deeply hydrate and renew dry hair.

Garnier Fructis Pure Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner

Kérastase Densifique Thickening Shampoo for Thinning Hair

If you have thin, dry hair, opt for this thickening shampoo. It contains hyaluronic acid plus ceramides and peptides to not only nourish but also  improve thickness.

Kérastase Densifique Thickening Shampoo for Thinning Hair

IGK Thirsty Girl Coconut Milk Anti-Frizz Leave-in Conditioner

Hyaluronic acid and coconut milk come together in this frizz-smoothing leave-in conditioner to help keep hair looking hydrated and healthy. What’s more, it also does a great job at keeping fly-aways at bay for soft, smooth hair.

IGK Thirsty Girl Coconut Milk Anti-Frizz Leave-in Conditioner

Coco & Eve Miracle Hair Elixir 

Smooth and hydrate parched strands with this hair elixir that’s packed with moisturizing ingredients. It contains hyaluronic acid, coconut and fig, mangosteen, papaya and prickly pair plus vitamins C and E for a touchable, non-greasy finish.

Coco & Eve Miracle Hair Elixir

Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Hair Mask with Hyaluronic Acid

This hair mask is a must-try if your hair feels dry and brittle. It contains hyaluronic acid, squalane and blue and green algae to help quench and protect hair. The best part is that it can be used on a variety of hair types, from 2c to 4c.

Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Hair Mask with Hyaluronic Acid

The Inkey List Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Hair Treatment

Get hydrated hair without breaking the bank with this hair treatment. With hyaluronic acid plus betaine and panthenol, it’ll give you noticeably shiny, velvety hair.

The Inkey List Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Hair Treatment

Nécessaire The Conditioner- Hydrating Cream with Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide + Panthenol

After shampooing, treat hair to this conditioning formula with seven molecular weights of hyaluronic acid to help it penetrate deep into hair plus niacinamide and avocado oil. It can be used on the hair and the scalp to soften flaky areas, too.
Nécessaire The Conditioner- Hydrating Cream with Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide + Panthenol
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