humectant

Speech parts

1. humectant - Noun

2. humectant - Adjective

Meaning

Diluent.

A diluent drink or medicine.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

salve cream damper ointment balm moistening lotion emollient surfactant liniment moistener drenching humidifier moisturizer moisturizing
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Hypernyms

substance

Hyponyms

propylene glycol propanediol

Examples

Active ingredients inclue the water-soluble molecules allantoin, with its soothing properties; sodium hyaluronate, a hydrating macromolecule; and sucrose, a humectant and soothing agent. Source: Internet

A humectant that retains the skin’s moisture levels by binding water molecules to its surface, which it draws from the environment and epidermis (deeper layer of skin). Source: Internet

Acts as a humectant and film forming agent. Source: Internet

Because butylene glycol possesses a high number of hydroxyl groups in its chemical structure, it works well in skincare formulations as both a slip agent and a humectant. Source: Internet

Applying nourishing botanical oils has twofold benefits for dry skin: oils instantly soothe and moisturize skin with humectant properties, and help to lock in skin’s moisture with an invisible occlusive barrier. Source: Internet

CosJEL D2-F by Cosmol acts as a humectant, moisturizing agent and thickener. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Humean Humeanism humect humectate humectation humective