humectation

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The most effective lip balms contain ingredients that attract moisture, known as humectants; add moisture and oil, emollients; and form a protective barrier to seal in moisture, occlusives, Awan said.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 5, 2024

Collagen, of course, and hydrating humectants: glycerin, hyaluronic acid, lactic acid.

From Slate • Jan. 12, 2022

Harris said other ingredients that can cause irritation include heavy metals like arsenic, cadmium and lead; preservative ingredients like parabens and formaldehyde-releasing agents; and ethoxylated ingredients that serve as humectants, emulsifiers or foaming agents.

From Fox News • Oct. 12, 2021

If you have oily skin and your toner contains humectants, like hyaluronic acid or glycerin, you might not need to top it with a moisturizer.

From New York Times • May 29, 2018

Certainly not everybody needs or wants to know about the humectants in snacks.

From Time Magazine Archive