These Hyaluronic Acid Serums Are Your Shortcut To Plumper Skin

If you see this hyaluronic acid serum on the Beauty Pie site, snap it up immediately. (And if you aren't a Pie member yet, you're going to want to change that.) It's so popular, people bulk-buy it for its plumping abilities and very reasonable price.

This new launch from New Zealand's beloved Antipodes is truly a cut above. A shot of superfoods for depleted skin, it's packed with hyaluronic acid, marine algae, antioxidant kakadu plum and bisabolol, which calms redness and irritation – even that associated with rosacea. Non-sticky, super-soothing and able to deliver hydration that truly lasts, this is one absolutely everyone should try.

Simple yet wonderfully effective, L'Oreal Paris' star hyaluronic acid serum won't guarantee you get asked for ID at the door, but it will plump and smooth as well as its pricier competitors. It contains three weights of HA, and works especially well under liquid foundation, putting a swift stop to those dry, cakey patches.

This more intensive version of Medik8's classic Hydr8 B5 feels slightly heavier than the original (think: silky serum rather than watery tonic) and packs a serious punch in the hydrating stakes. A cocktail of Natural Moisturising Factors (glycerin, sodium PCA and amino acids) floods the skin surface with moisture, while a berry-derived antioxidant lends pollution-protecting prowess. A brilliant one-and-done serum for the AM.

Reformulating your hero product? Risky, for some. But for The Ordinary – whose original hyaluronic acid serum is largely responsible for the HA boom – this bold move will surely pay dividends.

This month, the brand's Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 serum has received a revamp: the formula now contains smaller molecules of HA, which means better penetration and less of that tacky feeling after application. There are ceramides in there now too, so you're getting even more barrier-boosting benefits for your buck. The best bit? It still costs less than a tenner.

This one likely needs little introduction. Adored by just about everyone that tries it, Tatcha's star serum features is more than a simple HA serum: with Japanese algae, antioxidant tea and a petite portion of exfoliating acids, all steeped in a base of ferments, it's a one-and-done skin tonic for all complexions.

Dr. Mahto regularly recommends this superstar product to her clients, which simply combines hyaluronic acid with barrier-building ceramides. It's fragrance-free and sinks in straight away without clogging pores: what you lose in luxury appeal, you make up for in effectivity.

Omorovicza's skincare philosophy is based around the healing properties of the mineral-rich thermal waters that run through the brand's Budapest hometown. There's indeed historic heft behind this principle – balneotherapy, or the acr of bathing to treat ailments – has long been part of Hungarian culture.

The brand's latest launch is a hyaluronic acid serum with a difference. It's formulated with a base of that prized mineral rich water, and boosted with ferments to protect your skin barrier. Regular use will lead to plumper and calmer skin.

REN Clean Skincare is sending out some stellar new launches at the moment. Part of the Everhydrate line, this jelly-textured serum is ideal for calming and quenching easily irritated skin.

Hyaluronic acid is just one hero hydrator in this soothing serum: algae and rosella grab onto moisture in the uppermost layers of skin, preventing crepey lines from coming to the fore.

It looks like a tall drink of water for your skin, and that's exactly what Vichy's hyaluronic acid booster is. Formulated with just 11 ingredients (read the back of your current serum and you'll see that's pretty minimal), including Vichy's signature mineral-rich spring water, this lightweight gel absorbs super quickly to hydrate skin in an instant.

You're likely already familiar with Dr. Sturm's original Hyaluronic Serum, but this lesser known gem from her teenage-focused collection shouldn't be slept on – especially if you're prone to breakouts.

Thoughtfully formulated (and much more affordable), it combines hyaluronic acid with pre- and probiotics, which work to rebalance the bacteria on your microbiome, thus preventing acne from arising.

With vitamin B5, this one's a soothing powerhouse for sensitive skin. Use it day and night, preferably under the brand's equally excellent Priming Moisturiser.

The star from Stella McCartney's eponymous skincare line, this milky serum aims to support your skin's daily functions, amping up resilience while bringing down redness and dryness. Hyaluronic acid is combined with antioxidant lingonberry, olive squalane, wild-harvested algae and mineral-rich water. A particularly great choice for the sensitive-skinned – but really, most people will love it.

Founded by A-list facialist Fatma Shaheen, Skin Design London bridges the gap between high-street products and prescription topicals, offering transformative formulas blended with forensic precision.

A great introduction to the line, the Hydrating Serum is a stellar hyaluronic acid blend, with firming peptides and a Swiss plant extract that fortifies the barrier and reduces the effects of oxidative stress.

PSA is the little sister of cult-favourite skincare line Allies of Skin, and it's a great choice for anyone who wants advanced skincare without the triple-figure price tags.

This hydrating serum contains a few impressive ingredients: sodium PCA reduced trans-epidermal water loss while protecting the skin barrier, allantoin calms inflammation, and kombucha works to gradually brighten.

Votary's clever multi-benefit serum combines the hydrating properties of hyaluronic acid with the the gentle glow of DHA. The more moisture skin has, the better a gradual tan will develop, making this a very wise product to invest in.

La Roche-Posay's hyaluronic acid serum ticks all the boxes sensitive souls require. It's not just a solid choice for the easily irritated though: all skin types can benefit from this moisture-drenching formula.