Category: Humectant

Exploring the chemical class of Humectant and how they function within formulations.

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Humectant

Aphanothece Sacrum Exopolysaccharides

Sacran; premium algae-derived moisture shield that locks water down flat over cell lines smoothly.

Humectant

Aphanothece Sacrum Polysaccharide

Sacran; rare volcanic algae extract that holds 5x more water weight than HA, building a flexible protective moisture net.

Humectant

Ceramide 1

Also known as Ceramide EOP; essential for binding the lipid matrix.

Humectant

Ceramide 3

Also known as Ceramide NP; repairs the skin barrier.

Humectant

Ceramide 6-II

Also known as Ceramide AP; works synergistically to lock in moisture.

Humectant

Honey Extract (10%)

Natural humectant packed with amino acids that binds water deeply to cells, providing instant, long-lasting glow.

Humectant

Lactobionic Acid (100ppm)

A next-generation PHA that gently dissolves dead cells while pulling massive water mass into skin layers safely.

Humectant

Lactococcus/Hyaluronic Acid Ferment Filtrate

Fermented HA that supports the skin microbiome.

Humectant

Maltodextrin

Film forming sugar.

Humectant

Mannose

Hydrating plant sugar.

Humectant

Pantolactone

A stable humectant conditioner that stabilizes panthenol metrics.

Humectant

Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract

Mildly exfoliates and draws in moisture.