DoSe by VH High Strength Hyaluronic Acid supplement contains 300mg of hyaluronic acid as sodium hyaluronate in a single one-a-day vegetarian capsule, combined with vitamin C as magnesium ascorbate and BioPerine®, a patented black pepper extract. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin and cartilage, and contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
WHAT IS HYALURONIC ACID?
Hyaluronic acid is one of your body's own building blocks. It's a large, sponge-like molecule that sits in the spaces between your cells — part of the natural scaffolding that holds your tissues together. What makes it remarkable is water. Hyaluronic acid can hold many times its own weight in it, forming a soft, hydrated gel. That's why you'll find it in everything from serums to eye drops, and why it's become one of the most talked-about ingredients in beauty and wellbeing.
You'll find it all over your body. Around half sits in your skin. The rest is in your joints, your eyes, your cartilage and the connective tissue in between. And you already make it yourself — roughly 15 grams of it, replacing about a third of that every single day. It's one of the fastest-renewing molecules you have.
WHERE IS HYALURONIC ACID FOUND NATURALLY IN THE BODY?
An average 70kg adult carries roughly 15 grams of hyaluronic acid, distributed across virtually every tissue. Estimates for total body content generally fall in the range of 11 to 17 grams.
- Skin: Skin is where most of it lives. Around half of all the hyaluronic acid in your body is found there, most of it in the dermis — the deeper layer beneath the surface, where your skin's own cells produce it — with some in the outer layer too. Its job there is water. Hyaluronic acid is the single biggest reason skin holds the moisture it does, drawing water into the tissue and keeping it there.
- Joints: Inside every joint is a small amount of thick, slippery fluid called synovial fluid — the body's own joint lubricant. Hyaluronic acid is one of its main ingredients, and it's what gives the fluid its unusual character. Synovial fluid changes depending on how you move. When you move slowly, it stays thick and cushioning. When you move quickly, it thins out and flows more easily, letting the joint glide. One fluid, two jobs — and hyaluronic acid is the reason it can do both. Hyaluronic acid is found in cartilage too, the smooth tissue capping the ends of your bones. There it acts as a kind of central thread, with other molecules attaching along its length to build the structure that gives cartilage its cushioning. It's this combination — lubricating the joint and forming part of the cartilage itself — that has made hyaluronic acid a subject of orthopaedic research for decades.
- Eyes: The vitreous humour, the transparent gel filling the main chamber of the eye, is one of the tissues with the highest hyaluronic acid concentration in the body. This is where the molecule was first discovered. As the vitreous gel ages it liquefies and collagen fibres clump together, casting the shadows people see drifting across their vision.
- Elsewhere: Hyaluronic acid turns up almost everywhere else too. It cushions the sheaths that tendons slide through, it's found throughout the soft connective tissue that holds everything in place, and it's present in the gums and in the lining of the digestive tract. Wherever the body needs tissue to stay hydrated, flexible and able to move smoothly against itself, hyaluronic acid tends to be part of the picture.
HYALURONIC ACID AND AGE
It is often stated in the beauty and supplement industry that hyaluronic acid levels fall sharply with age, sometimes with a specific figure attached. The scientific picture is more nuanced.
What is well established is that the behaviour of hyaluronic acid in skin changes with age. Research published in Clinics in Dermatology has argued that total levels do not necessarily diminish, but that hyaluronic acid becomes increasingly bound to tissue structures and less freely available — a qualitative change rather than a simple quantitative decline. Other research points to shifts in the size distribution of hyaluronic acid molecules and in the activity of the enzymes that produce and degrade them. We think it is more useful to describe this accurately than to repeat a round number.
WHY WE INCLUDE VITAMIN C AS MAGNESIUM ASCORBATE
Vitamin C is included in this formulation as magnesium ascorbate, a mineral ascorbate rather than ascorbic acid. Mineral ascorbates are buffered, meaning they are closer to neutral pH than ascorbic acid, and are often chosen by people who find plain vitamin C uncomfortable to take. At 53mg per capsule — 59% of the Nutrient Reference Value — this formulation contains a meaningful dose of vitamin C.
WHY WE INCLUDE BioPerine ®
BioPerine® is a patented black pepper (Piper nigrum) fruit extract produced by Sabinsa Corporation, standardised to a consistent piperine content. It is one of the most widely used branded ingredients in the global supplement industry and appears in thousands of formulations worldwide. We include 5mg per capsule. BioPerine® is a registered trademark of Sabinsa Corporation.
KEY BENEFITS
- 300mg sodium hyaluronate per capsule — a high strength, one-a-day hyaluronic acid supplement
- Hyaluronic Acid is found in the skin, eyes, joints and tissues
- 53mg vitamin C (59% NRV) as magnesium ascorbate, a low-acid form of vitamin C
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage
- Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
- With BioPerine®, a patented black pepper extract standardised for piperine
- Suitable for vegetarians — vegetable cellulose capsule shell
- 30 capsules — one month's supply at one a day
Directions: As a food supplement, take one Hyaluronic Acid capsule daily, preferably with meals or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Our In-House pharmacist has written four articles about Hyaluronic Acid supplements:
If pregnant, breastfeeding, if you are taking medication, consult your healthcare professional prior to use. Those with bleeding disorders should avoid BioPerine®, unless under supervision of your healthcare professional. Discontinue if an allergic reaction occurs or if you experience gastrointestinal discomfort. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN. Store sealed in a cool, dry and dark place. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Do not exceed the daily dose.
Sodium Hyaluronate, Vegetable Cellulose(capsule), Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vitamin C (as Magnesium Ascorbate), Vegetarian Leucine, Magnesium (as Magnesium Ascorbate), BioPerine®* (Piper Nigrum) Fruit Extract.
Per Serving (1 Capsule)Weight%NRV**
Sodium Hyaluronate300mgN/A
Vegetable Cellulose(capsule)105mgN/A
Vitamin C (as Magnesium Ascorbate)53mg59%
Microcrystalline Cellulose15mgN/A
Vegetarian Leucine10.50mgN/A
Magnesium (as Magnesium Ascorbate)7.26mg2%
BioPerine®* (Piper Nigrum) Fruit Extract5mgN/A
*BioPerine® is a trademark of Sabinsa Corporation
**NRV = Nutrient Reference Value
Is this hyaluronic acid supplement suitable for vegetarians and vegans? The capsule shell is vegetable cellulose and the hyaluronic acid is produced by fermentation rather than from animal sources, making it suitable for vegetarians.
What is the difference between hyaluronic acid and sodium hyaluronate? Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid. It is more stable and more water-soluble, which is why it is the form most widely used in supplements and skincare.
When was Hyaluronic Acid first discovered?
Hyaluronic acid was first discovered in 1934, when two scientists at Columbia University — Karl Meyer and John Palmer — isolated it from the jelly-like fluid inside a cow's eye. They named it after the Greek word hyalos, meaning glass, because of how clear that fluid is. Today almost all hyaluronic acid in food supplements is produced by fermentation, using friendly bacteria in much the same way yoghurt or kombucha is made. That's what makes a vegetarian and vegan hyaluronic acid supplement possible — and it produces a purer, more consistent result than animal extraction ever did.
How long will one bottle last?
Each bottle contains 30 capsules. At the recommended one capsule daily, that is one month's supply.
When is the best time to take it?
We recommend taking your capsule with a meal. There is no evidence that time of day makes a difference, so choose whichever point in your routine you will remember most reliably.
Can I take this alongside other supplements?
This product is commonly taken alongside other supplements. If you take prescription medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, please speak to your healthcare professional first.
Where is hyaluronic acid found in the body?
Hyaluronic acid occurs throughout the body, with around half the total amount found in the skin. It is also a major component of synovial fluid in the joints and of the vitreous humour in the eye, and is present in cartilage, tendon sheaths and soft connective tissue generally.
How much hyaluronic acid does the body contain?
An average 70kg adult carries approximately 15 grams, with estimates in the literature ranging from 11 to 17 grams.
What does molecular weight mean for hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid is a polymer, so it has a range of molecular weights rather than one fixed value, measured in kilodaltons or megadaltons. It is broadly categorised as high or low molecular weight.
Are Hyaluronic Acid supplements classed as a medicine?
No, Hyaluronic Acid High Strength capsules are classified as a food supplement. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet.
What is the molecular weight of Hyaluronic Acid?
The Sodium Hyaluronate in hyaluronic acid has an average molecular weight of 1000 KDaltons.
Can I take Hyaluronic Acid with other medications?
As always, please speak to your healthcare professional if you are taking any medication.
Can I take Hyaluronic Acid every day?
Yes, Hyaluronic Acid high strength capsules can be taken daily with few side effects as it is produced naturally by the body.
What happens if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose you can take it as soon as you remember, we advise that you follow the dose listed in the Instructions for use. Do not exceed the daily does.
How should I store Hyaluronic Acid capsules?
Hyaluronic Acid High Strength capsules should be stored at room temperature (4-30°C), away from direct sunlight and sources of heat.
Are High Strength Hyaluronic Acid capsules suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, Hyaluronic Acid High Strength capsules are suitable for vegetarians.
How soon will I see the results of Hyaluronic Acid Capsules High Strength?
We suggest allowing approx 4-6 weeks to see results but this can differ from person to person
How to use Hyaluronic Acid High Strength Capsules?
As a food supplement take one capsule a day. Always ensure that you take with plenty of liquid to wash the tablet down.
I cannot take pills. Can I open the Hyaluronic Acid Capsules High Strength?
Yes, you can open and sprinkle over food/mix with a drink.
How large are Hyaluronic Acid Capsules High Strength capsules?
The Hyaluronic Acid Capsules High Strength capsule is approx 2cm long.
Can I take Hyaluronic Acid Capsules High Strength when I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
Do not use during pregnancy or whilst breastfeeding.
Are Hyaluronic Acid Capsules High Strength bottles recyclable?
Yes, they are made of PET and are 100% recyclable.
Are DoSe by VH supplements made in a GMP facility?
Our DoSe by VH supplements are crafted to the highest standards in some of the most modern, technically advanced facilities, all operating under stringent pharmaceutical Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines and FDA approval. Supplements are made in small batches to avoid mass production.
Do you have Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each batch?
Each batch comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring safety, potency, and purity.
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