| 1. | Humectants have been added to skin moisturizing products to treat xerosis.
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| 2. | As the humectants burn, they unleash chemicals such as acreolein.
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| 3. | It is also used as a humectant in some cigarettes.
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| 4. | The essential components are an abrasive, binder, surfactant and humectant.
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| 5. | Humectants used in cosmetics include triethylene glycol, PPGs.
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| 6. | These humectant food additives are used for the purpose of controlling viscosity and texture.
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| 7. | Humectants also add bulk, retain moisture, reduce water activity, and improve softness.
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| 8. | Moisturizers with humectants helped with skin dryness, and skin barrier occlusives reduced skin injuries.
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| 9. | When used as a food additive, a humectant has the effect of keeping the foodstuff moist.
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| 10. | A category of humectants called nanolipidgels allow skin to retain moisture, but also possess antifungal properties.
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