humectant
Americannoun
adjective
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moistening; diluting.
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of or relating to a humectant or humectants.
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of humectant
1650–60; < Latin hūmectant- (stem of ( h ) ūmectāns ), present participle of ( h ) ūmectāre to moisten, equivalent to ( h ) ūmect ( us ) moist, damp ( see humid) + -ant- -ant
Example Sentences
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Honey has been touted as an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and humectant, making it an ideal skin-care ingredient.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 31, 2020
Aquafix, $35, contains glycerin and provitamin B5, a skin soother and humectant.
From New York Times ● Jan. 29, 2020
It’s a powdery mix of pink clay, honey — a humectant — and coconut that hydrates while it exfoliates.
From New York Times ● Mar. 5, 2019
Speaking of hydration, it wouldn’t hurt to double down with some hyaluronic acid, which both experts said was an important humectant for plumping skin and retaining moisture.
From Slate ● Nov. 30, 2018
The body's natural humectant – or moisture – is stripped away by some soaps, which can make the skin tissue more vulnerable to irritation.
From US News ● Dec. 22, 2015
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