humectant n any substance that is added to another substance to keep it moist Usage(s) In response, he developed the Menopause Skin Cream, which uses urea--a common humectant--as a cooling agent. In response, he developed the Menopause Skin Cream, which uses urea a common humectant as a cooling agent.
News & Articles humectant DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products Co unveils all-natural alternative to propylene glycol and glycerin Joint venture DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products Company has launched Zemea USP Propanediol, a natural solvent and humectant that can be used to replace petroleum-based propylene glycol or glycerin in multiple food and beverage applications. July 15, 2013 - Food Navigator USA