What Are You Gonna Do With All That Hyaluronic Acid?

Serum Maker
May 16
2 min read

Updated: Aug 27

Hyaluronic acid is everywhere right now. If TikTok convinced you to buy it – SWEET! But you probably have more than you know what to do with.

I’ve got you. Here’s some easy ideas to get you started. Ingredients are available on Amazon. I’ve included a link to ingredients and tools at the end of the recipes.

These 3 quick recipes use just a few ingredients each. They're beginner-friendly, ultra-hydrating, and perfect for your Serum Maker starter stash.

1. Basic Hyaluronic Acid Serum (2%)

Use: Daily AM/PM for hydrating all skin types.

Ingredients:

0.6g Hyaluronic Acid (HMW or blend)
30g Distilled Water
0.15g Preservative (Liquid Germall Plus)
(Optional: Swap half the water for rose water)

Instructions:

Sprinkle the HA powder across the water’s surface—don’t stir yet.
Let it hydrate undisturbed for 4–8 hours (or overnight).
Stir gently until smooth.
Add preservative and bottle.

Use within 1 week without preservative (refrigerated). With preservative: up to 3 months.

Use a scale that measures grams starting at 0.01g. Here is one: Scale on Amazon

2. HA + Glycerin Glow Drops

Use: Under makeup or sunscreen for dewy, glowy skin.

Ingredients:

0.5g Hyaluronic Acid
25g Distilled Water
5g Vegetable Glycerin
(Optional: 1 drop essential oil for scent)

Instructions:

Hydrate the HA powder in water (overnight).
Stir in glycerin and optional essential oil.
Bottle in a dropper.

Feels lightweight but locks in hydration like a pro.

Use a scale that measures grams starting at 0.01g. Here is one: Scale on Amazon

3. HA-Boosted Mist (Face / Body / Neck)

Use: After cleansing or whenever your skin feels dry.

Ingredients:

0.3g Hyaluronic Acid (LMW works best for a thinner mist)
45g Distilled Water
5g Rose Water or Aloe Vera Juice
0.15g Preservative

Instructions:

Hydrate the HA in distilled water overnight.
Add rose water and preservative.
Shake well and pour into a mist bottle.

Spray on throughout the day for a refreshing hydration boost.

Use a scale that measures grams starting at 0.01g. Here is one: Scale on Amazon

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The Serum Maker Essentials Course is available now and includes a bonus course on making a Vitamin C, E and Ferulic serum.

Learn ALLLL about DIY skincare! Or just follow the step-by-step recipe walk-thru videos and use the course as a reference for:

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