The bakery added a small amount of humectant to the cake batter to keep the slices soft for several days.

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

Many cosmetic formulators prefer humectives that attract and retain moisture without leaving a sticky residue.

The laboratory samples were humected overnight to prevent dehydration.

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 new conditioner humects hair without weighing it down.

Humecting the parchment carefully prevented it from cracking during the restoration.