hydrogel
noun
hy·dro·gel
ˈhī-drə-ˌjel 
: a gel composed usually of one or more polymers suspended in water
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New Atlas,
3 July 2026
The Pineapple Punch Hydrating Face Mask is a single-use, two-piece yellow hydrogel mask infused with ingredients that deliver hydration and soothing benefits.
—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
Their work ultimately led to the creation of the first synthetic hydrogel made from poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate), or pHEMA.
—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
This hydrogel mask is our favorite because it’s packed with skin-plumping ingredients like snail mucin and ceramides to address dehydration and dryness.
—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
22 June 2026
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“Hydrogel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hydrogel. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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hydrogel
noun
hy·dro·gel
ˈhī-drə-ˌjel
: a gel in which the liquid is water
a silicone hydrogel used to make soft contact lenses
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