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PHAs, after all, are known to be gentler than other acids, and also have humectant properties. Karina Hoshikawa, refinery29.com, "Glow Recipe’s New Watermelon Toner Helped Clear My Skin After One Week," 21 Apr. 2020

That means coconut oil would, in theory, work best when layered on top of a humectant that will actually draw moisture into your skin’s surface, Dr. Lio explains. Korin Miller, SELF, "Does Coconut Oil Actually Work Any Magic on Eczema?," 19 July 2018

This one contains things like glycerin (a classic humectant) and argan oil that help my skin feel hydrated without any greasiness. Sarah Jacoby, SELF, "This SPF 30 Moisturizer Turned Me Into a Mineral Sunscreen Fan," 23 Aug. 2019

Shea butter is the star ingredient here, plus the humectant glycerin that draws moisture into your skin. Jenna Rosenstein, Harper's BAZAAR, "I Used Only Kylie Skin Products For a Whole Week. Here's My Honest Review.," 29 May 2019

First, humectants, such as glycerin, are often found in moisturizers and actually add water back to the skin, John G. Zampella, M.D., assistant professor in the Ronald O. Perelman department of dermatology at NYU Langone Health, tells SELF. Jenn Sinrich, SELF, "What You Should Know Before Using a Trendy New Face Oil," 13 Mar. 2019

These humectants grab onto moisture and help hold it in the skin. Rachel Jacoby Zoldan, SELF, "Does Face Mist Actually Do Anything for Your Skin?," 25 May 2018

Try a cream with a humectant, like glycerin, which attracts moisture to skin. Melissa Matthews, Woman's Day, "The Foolproof Anti-Aging Skin Routine," 24 Aug. 2015

Use a cream that lists water as the first or second ingredient and also has humectants, like glycerin and hyaluronic acid, to lock in moisture. Alina Dizik, Woman's Day, "Fight Signs of Aging While You Sleep," 10 Sep. 2012

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