Humectants vs Occlusives (pt.2)
What are occlusives?
❀ Occlusives are a class of ingredients designed to provide a protective seal over skin and lock in hydration.
❀ The effect is retained skin moisture, reduced irritation and skin barrier restoration.
❀ They also help keep irritants, allergens and other harmful particles from being able to enter your skin.
❀ Occlusives often have a thick, heavy consistency when used topically, making them an ideal pick for very dry skin.
Popular occlusive ingredients include waxes, petrolatum, dimethicone, silicone and mineral oil, which are commonly found in moisturizers.
Common occlusive agents include waxes (carnauba and beeswax), silicone, oils (olive and soybean), dimethicone, lanolin, mineral oil and white petrolatum. Fortsätt utforska gemenskapen!
