What it means
Glycerin, hyaluronic acid and sodium PCA are common humectants. They draw water from the air and from deeper skin. In very dry air a humectant can pull water from the skin, so they work best combined with an occlusive or emollient.
Also known as
- humectants
- moisture magnet
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