At dawn the gardener would humect the parched soil before sowing the seeds.

To preserve the ancient manuscript, the librarian would humectate the brittle pages before attempting restoration.

The technician noticed the laboratory samples humectating slowly under the controlled humidity.

The conservator humectated the ancient manuscript before beginning the delicate cleaning process.

The serum humectates the delicate skin overnight, leaving it soft and supple.

The apothecary's notes listed a humective among the ingredients recommended to soothe chapped skin.

The laboratory compared several humectations to determine which kept the tissue samples viable longest.

After prolonged sun exposure, the doctor prescribed humectation to relieve the patient's cracked, parched skin.

The alchemist described the humective properties of the salve in his dusty notes.

Many cosmetic formulations include humectants to maintain skin hydration throughout the day.