Humectants Emolients Etc

Question 1

Name 6 emollients?

Answer 1

petroleum jelly
lanolin
cocoa butter
mineral oils
silicone oils
paraffin (liquid)
PEG (polyethylene glycol)
acetyl alcohol

Question 2

What is the function of emollients?

Answer 2

to prevent escape of water from skin, can prevent up to 50% of water loss (essentially seals all the cracks - > needs to be greasy)

Question 3

What is the function of humectant?

Answer 3

draws water into the skin (ex. sugars)

Question 4

Name 6 humectants?

Answer 4

• Glycerin
• Lactic acid
• Urea
• Hyaluronic acid
• Alphahydroxy acid (AHAs)
• Aloe vera
• Sugar alcohols (glycerol, sorbitol, xylitol, maltitol)
• Castor oil